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Development of Mental Health Curricula (ID: 107492) for Summer 2019

Agency/Facility

Office of Mental Health

44 Holland Avenue, CDPC, Unit R
Albany , NY 12229
E-Mail: bewd@omh.ny.gov

Division/Unit: Education and Workforce Development

 

Web Site: http://omh.ny.gov/(New Window)

 

Proposal Information

Description:

Work with OMH Bureau of Education and Workforce Development (BEWD) staff in the development of training curricula to be used in an instructor-led classroom setting. Tasks may include assisting in the assessment, design, refinement, and/or creation of new or existing programs. Candidate's duties will required extensive research and writing.


Curricula to be developed may include topics such as motivational interviewing, clinical supervision, deescalation techniques, and crisis management.


The ideal candidate would have excellent written and oral communication skills, experience with or interest in adult learning theory, and an understanding of mental health treatment.


Hours are flexible.

Please note that this internship in unpaid.

 

Skills:

Excellent writing skills

Knowledge of adult education principles

Good organizational skills

Research skills

Understanding of mental health treatment

 

Internship Areas: Clinical Services, Education, Health Services, Human Services

Logistical Information

Payment? Unpaid

Number of Hours: 30 or more

Location: Albany

Number of Interns Needed: 2

Desired Candidate Profile

Preferred Standing Graduate Student

Minimum Standing: Junior

Degree Concentrations: Counseling, Human Services, Nursing, Psychology/Psychiatry, Social Science, Social Work