Career Opportunities
Interships:
(Openings starting summer of 2026) Interviews with start after 2/14/2026
Our intensive clinical internship is for MAs in counseling (who can commit to their practicum and internship at our site) and Concentration year MSWs. This internship is for people who have some experience working with children and they are motivated to learn EMDR and/or Neurofeedback. This internship is typically 2 eight hour days in person and includes weekly individual and group supervision. The interns eventually carry their own caseload and get a feel of what it is like to work in outpatient therapy. All trainings are paid for and their is a stipend with a differential for people who speak languages other than English.
In addition, we hire over summer for an Employment Based internship for up coming academic year. The position is open to people with BSW or other social science bachelor's degree who speak Spanish and are passionate about working with children. The position is 16-28 hour per week paid at $25 per hour. The position entails a combination of clinical and administrative tasks including building rapport with clients/caregivers,completing screenings, communicating with caregivers, connecting families with case management resources, verifying insurance, scheduling clients and creating charts. The employment portion can be done completely virtually or a hybrid any days of the week. The internship portion receives a $500 stipend per semester and is in person.
(opening for fall 2025) First year MSW internship: this internship is an introduction into clinical work. These candidates have experience building relationship with people and they are highly interested in working with children. This internship includes outreaching clients and families, completing intakes/biopsychosocial, intro to diagnosing and co-leading groups. This internship can be done in person or mostly virtually. This is a stipend internship with a differential for people who speak languages other than English.
(opening for fall 2025) MSW macro internship: This internship is focused on nonprofit management. It includes opportunities to participate in nonprofit management, plan and run fundraisers, write and manage grants, create community connections, develop and review policies and evaluate programs. This is a stipend internship with a differential for people who speak languages other than English.
Currently closed (next cycle with start March 1st 2026.
Externships:
Our externship is designed for therapists working toward obtaining their license. Our goal is to provide high quality training in EMDR, play based therapies and supervision in a shame free learning environment. Externs must have some experience working with children and be motivated to learn EMDR. By the end of the externship, externs are licensed LCSWs or LPCs, basic trained and certified in EMDR. They are very knowledgeable of working with low income/medicaid families and prepared to work for nonprofits or start private practices. All training fees and supervision hours are included and paid for by Blue Channel Therapy.
Full-time externs (typically 2 year program) are benefited W2 employees working 30-40 hours per week. Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, Life, paid sick days and a 403b retirement plan. (flexible schedule with exception of a commitment to after school hours) Spanish speaking candidates are highly desired and are paid a differential.
To apply: Please submit your resume to maia@bluechanneltherapy.org
3 Open Board Positions:
We value diversity of background, perspective, and experience.
As a member of our board, you’ll have the opportunity to:
(Openings starting summer of 2026) Interviews with start after 2/14/2026
Our intensive clinical internship is for MAs in counseling (who can commit to their practicum and internship at our site) and Concentration year MSWs. This internship is for people who have some experience working with children and they are motivated to learn EMDR and/or Neurofeedback. This internship is typically 2 eight hour days in person and includes weekly individual and group supervision. The interns eventually carry their own caseload and get a feel of what it is like to work in outpatient therapy. All trainings are paid for and their is a stipend with a differential for people who speak languages other than English.
In addition, we hire over summer for an Employment Based internship for up coming academic year. The position is open to people with BSW or other social science bachelor's degree who speak Spanish and are passionate about working with children. The position is 16-28 hour per week paid at $25 per hour. The position entails a combination of clinical and administrative tasks including building rapport with clients/caregivers,completing screenings, communicating with caregivers, connecting families with case management resources, verifying insurance, scheduling clients and creating charts. The employment portion can be done completely virtually or a hybrid any days of the week. The internship portion receives a $500 stipend per semester and is in person.
(opening for fall 2025) First year MSW internship: this internship is an introduction into clinical work. These candidates have experience building relationship with people and they are highly interested in working with children. This internship includes outreaching clients and families, completing intakes/biopsychosocial, intro to diagnosing and co-leading groups. This internship can be done in person or mostly virtually. This is a stipend internship with a differential for people who speak languages other than English.
(opening for fall 2025) MSW macro internship: This internship is focused on nonprofit management. It includes opportunities to participate in nonprofit management, plan and run fundraisers, write and manage grants, create community connections, develop and review policies and evaluate programs. This is a stipend internship with a differential for people who speak languages other than English.
Currently closed (next cycle with start March 1st 2026.
Externships:
Our externship is designed for therapists working toward obtaining their license. Our goal is to provide high quality training in EMDR, play based therapies and supervision in a shame free learning environment. Externs must have some experience working with children and be motivated to learn EMDR. By the end of the externship, externs are licensed LCSWs or LPCs, basic trained and certified in EMDR. They are very knowledgeable of working with low income/medicaid families and prepared to work for nonprofits or start private practices. All training fees and supervision hours are included and paid for by Blue Channel Therapy.
Full-time externs (typically 2 year program) are benefited W2 employees working 30-40 hours per week. Benefits include health insurance, dental, vision, Life, paid sick days and a 403b retirement plan. (flexible schedule with exception of a commitment to after school hours) Spanish speaking candidates are highly desired and are paid a differential.
To apply: Please submit your resume to maia@bluechanneltherapy.org
3 Open Board Positions:
- Contribute to an organizational culture that respects the diverse, individual perspectives and contributions of staff and leadership.
- Provide strategic oversight, guidance, and governance to support the organization’s mission and sustainability.
- Contribute expertise, skills, and perspectives to help shape programs, operations, and organizational growth.
- Participate actively in quarterly board meetings.
- Serve as an ambassador for the organization, advocating for our mission and helping to expand our network of supporters.
- Engage in fundraising and development efforts to support organizational sustainability. There is no requirement for personal financial contributions.
- Oversee financial management and review and approve an annual budget and review quarterly financial reports.
- Act at all times in accordance with the highest ethical standards and in the best interest of the Blue Channel Therapy, its members, constituents, donors and reputation.
We value diversity of background, perspective, and experience.
- A strong commitment to advancing mental health equity.
- Professional skills in areas such as research, development, and finance/accounting or related fields.
- A collaborative spirit, open-mindedness, and a willingness to actively contribute.
- No prior board experience is required—we welcome individuals eager to grow into this role.
As a member of our board, you’ll have the opportunity to:
- Be part of decreasing youth suicide and improving people’s quality of life.
- Be immersed in a supportive, welcoming, and mission-driven community.
- Develop or deepen leadership and governance skills.
- Work alongside other dedicated individuals committed to making a difference.
- Increase nonprofit management skills and knowledge.