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CVN Intern

Valley Cities Behavioral Health Care

Job Location:

Lakewood, CO - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 16 August 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 13 November 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About Us:

Valley Cities has recently been selected to lead efforts in Washington State to become a Certified Community Behavioral Health Clinic (CCBHC) reflecting compliance with stringent national standards in behavioral health care. This status enables broader service availability improved integration of mental health and substance use treatment enhanced crisis intervention capabilities and ensures services are accessible to all regardless of financial circumstances.

We are excited about the future ahead! Were looking for people who want to make a real difference in behavioral health while growing alongside a missiondriven team. Employees joining Valley Cities at this time will become part of an impactful organization dedicated to advancing community behavioral health that is grounded in compassion equity and community impact. Join us to make significant contributions during pivotal moments in the lives of others!

supportive and inclusive work environment. Join us in making a difference every day!

Role Overview:

This position provides an array of services to assist individuals and families cope with complicated mental health situations in the most effective way possible thereby achieving a better quality of life. Through a collaborative process with clients and other team members the Clinical Intern will provide mental health counseling and/or clinical case management services based on clients goals and needs.

Key Responsibilities:

Function as a member of a clinical treatment team in coordinating mental health interventions with other team members for assigned clients.
Attend scheduled agency staff meetings and training.
Attend agency and program training to meet required annual standards of training for WAC and professional affiliations.
Participate in clinical and administrative supervision at least once a week.
Plan weekly schedule and vacations in collaboration with another staff members to ensure adequate coverage and quality service delivery. Demonstrates reliable and consistent attendance.
Complete paperwork including progress notes and treatment plan updates as required by WAC Medicaid and other contracts.

Minimum Qualifications:

Bachelors degree
Must be enrolled in a graduate program that Valley Cities has an affiliation with or is able to obtain an affiliation with prior to internship.
Must have completed at least one year of a graduate level program or the equivalent (e.g. is in an advanced standing one-year graduate program)

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Ability to work effectively with a variety of professionals and a diverse client population.
Ability to employ person-centered culturally relevant approaches that address individualized needs and goals of the client.
Ability to maintain strong professional boundaries.
Ability to adapt to changing situations and feedback.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Other:

Pass required background checks.
Must be available to work at least twice a week or 16 hours a week.

Join our Team!

Be a part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. Meaningful work and comprehensive benefits:

Medical Dental & Vision coverage available for employees and eligible family members and dependents
Health Savings Account $2000 contribution annually prorated monthly.
Agency sponsored retirement plan up to 6% employer contributions and pre-tax/Roth available
Access to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) resources
Comprehensive paid time off paid holidays and extended sick leave options
Access to Student Loan Forgiveness Programs
Annual longevity bonuses
Recognition programs and incentives
Access to training supervision and consultation for professional certification and licensure
Clinical supervision provided toward licensure if applicable
Paid training days and yearly training fund

How to Apply:

If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a company that values your contributions we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume (cover letter optional) detailing your relevant experience and why you are the perfect fit for this role.

Join us at Valley Cities and be part of a team that is dedicated to making a difference every day. We look forward to welcoming you on board!

Schedule:

For a Clinical Intern at Valley Cities Behavioral Health the position is dynamic providing opportunities for those who thrive in an ever-evolving environment. Discussion of schedules is encouraged during the interview process from both candidate and hiring manager.

We are dedicated to Equal Opportunity Employment & embrace the contributions of a diverse and inclusive workforce. Valley Cities Counseling and Consultation is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minorities/Women/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans and does not unlawfully discriminate under federal state or local laws. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion national origin gender sexual orientation gender identity age physical or mental disability or protected veteran status.

This employer participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S. If E-Verify cannot confirm that you are authorized to work this employer is required to give you written instructions and an opportunity to contact the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) or Social Security Administration (SSA) so you can begin to resolve the issue before the employer can take any action against you including terminating your employment. Employers can only use E-Verify once you have accepted a job offer and completed the Form I-9.

Required Experience:

Intern

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