Mental Health & Wellness Field Placement Intern (In-Person)

Location: In-person | 495 Flatbush Ave, Brooklyn, NY | NYCHA Community Spaces & NYC Department of Education School Settings

Organization: FCCP

Time Commitment: 10–30 hours per week

Position Overview

FCCP is seeking Mental Health & Wellness Field Placement Interns to support community-based mental health programming in collaboration with licensed clinicians and wellness professionals. This in-person placement is ideal for students who are required to complete field placement, practicum, or internship hours as part of their academic program.

Interns will gain hands-on experience working with youth, adults, and families in NYCHA community spaces and NYC Department of Education school environments, while developing practical skills in mental health and emotional wellness services.

Key Responsibilities

• Support licensed mental health professionals during wellness programming
• Assist with group sessions, workshops, and community-based activities
• Observe and support mental health and emotional wellness interventions
• Assist with outreach, engagement, and participant support
• Help document attendance and program activities
• Maintain professionalism, confidentiality, and ethical standards
• Participate in supervision sessions and required check-ins

Ideal Candidates

This role is especially suited for students pursuing degrees in:

• Psychology
• Social Work (BSW / MSW)
• Mental Health Counseling
• Human Services
• Community Health
• Education (Counseling / Youth Development)
• Sociology or related fields

Candidates should be:

• Currently enrolled students or recent graduates
• Seeking field placement, practicum, or internship hours
• Comfortable working in community-based and school settings
• Compassionate, reliable, and professional
• Able to commit 10–30 in-person hours per week

What You’ll Gain

• Field placement or practicum experience
• Exposure to licensed clinicians and wellness professionals
• Community-based mental health experience
• Direct service experience with underserved populations
• Professional supervision and mentorship
• Resume-building experience in mental health and human services

Academic Credit

This placement may qualify for academic credit or required field hours, pending approval from the student’s academic institution. FCCP is happy to coordinate with field placement offices and faculty supervisors.

How to Apply

Please submit one of the following:

• Resume or
• Short statement of interest

Email applications to: fccpstudents@gmail.com

Subject line: Mental Health & Wellness Field Placement Intern