Intern

AltaMed offers mentoring services for youth as a supplement to educational and occupational skills training available through our existing Workforce Development program. Technology skills training, career exploration, and leadership development are all benefits for the thousands who have formally gone through our Workforce Development program.

Workforce Development coordinates of all of AltaMed’s internships, including AmeriCorps and clinical placement. More broadly, though, it exists to promote the sustainable growth of AltaMed’s workforce, one day seeking to supply 10-20 percent of our employees, and aims to ensure that AltaMed is hiring from within the communities we serve with greater retention in mind.

Job Overview

The Intern, supports the behavioral health department by carrying out assigned duties that will include direct patient contact and administrative tasks. . As part of the behavioral health team, they will assist with research projects and gain hands-on experience in a clinical setting. This role offers an opportunity to participate in aspects of patient care under the supervision of licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Minimum Requirements

1. Enrolled in or recently completed a relevant healthcare or behavioral health program.

2. Previous experience in a healthcare setting is preferred but not required.

3. Completion of basic life support (BLS) certification is advantageous.

4. Must have a valid driver’s license and active car insurance.

5. Bilingual Spanish preferred

The Workforce Development staff appreciates your interest in this opportunity. Should you be moved forward in the selection process, either the hiring manager or someone on the Workforce Development staff will contact you with next steps. We highly encourage you to continue to check-in for additional internship opportunities.

Job Advertisement & Application Compliance Statement

AltaMed Health Services Corp. will consider qualified applicants with criminal history pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act and City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers. You do not need to disclose your criminal history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if AltaMed Health Service Corp. is concerned about a conviction directly related to the job, you will be given a chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report.

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