BCI’s Clinical Internship Program

Introduction

Bridgeway Center, Inc. (BCI) is committed to offering quality clinical training for college graduates enrolled in an accredited graduate school for a master’s degree in counseling, psychology, and/or psychosocial wellness direct care, as well as mental health or clinical social work licensure. Additionally, BCI offers clinical supervision for those candidates seeking Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Florida licenses. BCI’s structured internship process provides a broad overview of the multiple aspects of a Community Behavioral Health Organization. BCI internship programs teach insight for Clinical judgment under the supervision of a designated BCI Clinical Mentor. Each BCI Clinical Mentor is credentialed through BCI’s Credentialing and Privileging process as a qualified Clinical Mentor. Each Clinical Intern receives ongoing performance evaluations every 100 hours and mentoring from their assigned Clinical Mentor. Each Clinical Intern receives clinical supervision experience in a variety of clinical settings.

BCI’s program allows college graduates and licensure interns to complete academic and professional licensure requirements within BCI clinical programs. The following are examples of individuals seeking intern involvement at BCI:

1. College graduates seeking graduate degrees in human services or related behavioral sciences that require a supervised practicum.
2. Current BCI associates and other Master’s-level individuals seeking clinical licensure supervision from a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) / Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC).

BCI’s Clinical Internship Program requires a minimum commitment of 400 hours. Due to different time frames for completion of these hours, tasks are outlined in increments of hours of completion vs. weeks or months. The program consists of two stages; an initial Practicum of 100 to 150 hours and may continue internship for 300 to 900 hours. All Clinical Interns are provided training on the confidentiality of client information and client records and must sign a Confidentiality Statement acknowledging complete understanding of BCI’s confidentiality policies and procedures.

1. Clinical Licensure Internship
   Clinical Interns receive at least 1 hour of supervision per week and participate in mandatory training and meetings to encourage and develop clinical skills. The Clinical Mentor is a staff member authorized by licensure to provide supervision. Candidates must have completed their master’s program and be eligible to become a registered intern.