Spurwink is a not-for-profit agency providing a broad array of treatment, special educational, therapeutic, case management, and evaluative services through its residential, day treatment, community-based, and outpatient programs in Maine since 1960. Based in Portland, Spurwink has over 900 employees at offices throughout the state. We work in cooperation with various state and local systems in response to referrals and provide services to privately supported individuals. We have been identified by The National Institute of Mental Health as one of the few exemplary programs in the country. Spurwink Services holds accreditation from the Council on Accreditation of Services for Families and Children. Interns interested in joining the Spurwink team have an opportunity to gain experience in one of many Spurwink programs in a variety of professional fields. Internships require applicants to be involved in a class earning credits towards graduation in their field of study.
DUTIES:
Specific educational experiences will vary by program and will be determined during the interview process. Scheduling can be flexible, and internships will last for approximately 12 weeks unless other arrangements are agreed upon.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Candidates must exhibit enthusiasm for the work and an interest in learning about both the field and Spurwink Services. Must currently be enrolled in a degree program. Program placement will be determined based on individual student's educational requirements.
Spurwink is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
