Behavioral Health Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) Internship Program
Behavioral Health Bachelor of Science in Social Work (BSSW) Internship Program
Nationwide Children’s BSSW Internship Program is a year-long placement with the goal of preparing interns for generalist social work practice with individuals, families, groups, organizations and communities.
Our training program offers a variety of specialty placements within Big Lots Behavioral Health Services, ranging from acute psychiatric assessment and intervention to ongoing therapy in both outpatient and community-based settings. Placements are dependent upon availability at the time of application.
What You Need to Know
Curriculum
Behavioral Health services are provided by teams which may include clinical social workers, clinical counselors, marriage and family therapists, psychologists, psychiatrists, developmental-behavioral pediatricians, and nurses.
Interns are expected to complete 15 hours a week from August through April and are assigned to a clinical team as their primary site. Over the year, interns will rotate through Behavioral Health sites and participate in a seminar to focus on generalist practice and professionalism.
All interns will be under the supervision of a Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Independent Social Worker.
Requirements for Consideration
Currently enrolled in an accredited Bachelor of Science in Social Work Program that follow a traditional school year model. We are unable to accommodate part-time students or students that need an alternate schedule at this time.
Application Process
Interns must discuss their interest with their Field Placement Office and apply during Spring Semester the year prior to internship. The screening process will consist of 30-minute interviews with Nationwide Children’s Hospital Social Work faculty. Applicants will be notified by the Education Coordinator if they have been selected.
For more information contact Sabrina.Long@nationwidechildrens.org
Meet Our Faculty
BSSW Education Coordinator
- Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervisor Designation, 2006
- Master of Social Work: The Ohio State University, 2003
- Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Foreign Languages, 2001
Frequently Asked Questions
How many interns are accepted each semester?
The number of accepted interns vary each year based on available site placement and appropriate fit.
Are social work interns paid?
No, at this time social work interns are not compensated.
Will my placement site work around my class schedule?
Yes, interns will work with their site supervisor to coordinate their weekly schedule. However, interns will need to be available for seminar and rotations.
Do I need to provide my own transportation?
Yes, interns will need their own car.
Is there weekend availability to complete internship hours?
Opportunities for interns to complete hours are Monday through Friday between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m.
Is there availability to complete internship hours over the summer?
No, internship hours must be completed during the fall and spring semesters.
Will I get to learn about different programs at Nationwide Children’s during my placement?
Social work interns will rotate through the different levels of care and programs across the service line. Interns’ supervisors can arrange for additional shadowing opportunities based on their interests and availability of programs.
What can I count toward my internship hours?
Interns will count shadowing/observation, participation in seminars and trainings, participation in their assigned team’s meetings/consultations, supervision and any other activity that is directly related to their placement.
Can I extend my internship for another semester?
No, internships cannot be extended.
Can I complete my hours virtually?
Interns are expected to be on site for the majority of their placement. Some seminars and trainings are offered virtually and the use of telehealth in patient care varies by program. Interns will work with their site supervisor to determine when virtual participation is appropriate.
What support is offered to interns?
In addition to support received by the MSW faculty and site supervisor, interns are able to access and utilize the You Matter Program through Nationwide Children's. The You Matter Support Program provides individual crisis intervention and support services to assist the well-being of healthcare staff.
Contact
Sabrina Long, LISW-S
BSSW Education Coordinator
Sabrina.Long@NationwideChildrens.org
