Behavioral Health Network (BHN) is the largest provider of behavioral health services in Western Massachusetts and was recognized by The Boston Globe as one of the Top 10 Employers in Massachusetts. We are also proud to be a Certified Great Place to Work. BHN is currently seeking students for an Addiction Recovery Counseling Internship within our Holyoke Transitional Support Services (TSS) Program, which provides recovery-focused support to men navigating substance use challenges.

Why Choose BHN for Your Internship?

• Hands-on experience in a holistic, residential substance use treatment program
• Opportunities to shadow clinicians in individual and group counseling sessions
• Direct involvement in intake, assessment, treatment planning, and referrals
• Learn to provide psychoeducation and support crisis interventions
• Professional development through training, supervision, and team collaboration
• Exposure to co-occurring disorders and recovery-focused interventions
• Potential for post-placement employment with BHN
• A chance to make a real impact in the lives of individuals working toward recovery
  
  

About Holyoke TSS

BHN Holyoke TSS (Transitional Support Services) is an all-male TSS program in Western Massachusetts. TSS offers an individualized, holistic approach to recovery through integrative treatment planning, substance use counseling, mental health and medical related goals, outcomes, and interventions.

What You’ll Do as an Intern

As an Addiction Recovery Counseling Intern, you’ll develop skills and confidence in addiction recovery work by:

• Learning the intake process, including screening, assessment, and orientation
• Providing supervised case management and referrals for a small caseload
• Assisting with treatment planning and providing psychoeducation to clients
• Shadowing and co-facilitating psychoeducational groups and counseling sessions
• Observing and supporting crisis intervention services
• Completing documentation, reports, and clinical record keeping under supervision
• Collaborating with program staff and consulting with interdisciplinary providers
• Building understanding of co-occurring disorders and recovery-focused care
  
  

Who You Are

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s, Associate’s, or certificate program in a related field (required)
• Working toward CADC or LADC II certification (preferred)
• Familiarity with substance use treatment and co-occurring populations (preferred)
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Reliable, professional, and eager to learn in a residential recovery setting
  
  

Internship Details

• Flexible hours based on college program requirements
• Unpaid placement for academic credit only
  
  

We Hire for Purpose!

Since 1938, BHN has been dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable, and culturally responsive behavioral health and recovery services across Western Massachusetts. We support our interns and staff with the same compassion and dedication that we extend to the individuals and families we serve.

How to Apply

If you’re ready to gain meaningful experience in substance use treatment while supporting men in their recovery journey, we’d love to hear from you! Click “Apply for Internship” below or visit www.bhnworks.org to apply today.