Make an impact

 
 

Behavior Services & Therapy is always on the lookout for fellow professionals to join our team

QUALIFICATIONS

 

    • Have a master’s degree in: Clinical psychology, counseling psychology, or another applied health services area of psychology, Special education, Social Work or Counseling

    • Be a licensed marriage and family therapist under IC 25-23.6

    • Be a licensed clinical social worker under IC 25-23.6

    • Be a licensed mental health counselor under IC 25-23.6

    • Have a master’s degree in a human services field and be able to demonstrate to BDDS behavior management committee that the individual has either coursework in or five (5) years of experience in devising, implementing, and monitoring behavior support plans

    • All therapists are expected to be professional and possess the computer skills and education to produce high quality written material. Microsoft Office knowledge is a must!

    • Have a bachelor’s degree in music therapy

    • Credentialed as a Music Therapist – Board Certified (The Certification Board for Music Therapists.)

    • Knowledge of and experience with developmental disabilities

    • All therapists are expected to be professional and possess the computer skills and education to produce high quality written material. Microsoft Office knowledge is a must!

    • Have bachelor's degree

    • Certified by the national council for therapeutic recreation

    • Knowledge of and experience with developmental disabilities

    • All therapists are expected to be professional and possess the computer skills and education to produce high quality written material. Microsoft Office knowledge is a must!

  • Education and Experience

    • Master’s degree in psychology, social work, or marriage and family therapy required from an accredited college or university

    • Previous experience with intellectual/developmental disabilities preferred

    • Knowledge of social service agencies, state regulations and professional standards as it relates to ethics, client treatment, patient rights and client/patient confidentiality

    • Previous clinical experience with brief individual and group psychotherapy to clients of all ages helpful

    • Trauma training and knowledge of effective trauma treatment techniques for adults, teens and children helpful but not required


    Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

    • Valid Driver’s License and current Automobile Insurance

    • Current valid license (LCSW, LMFT, LMHC) to practice in the State of Indiana

    • Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date

 

Mission-driven work

  • Opportunity to truly impact the daily lives of individuals with ID/DD

  • Meaningful work in the human services field without the red tape of a large corporation

Flexible schedule & PTO

  • Flexibility to schedule your day as you wish (after training period ends)

  • Full- or part-time caseloads

  • 9 paid holidays (including YOUR birthday!)

Excellent benefits

  • Insurance (full-time team members)

  • 401k with 4% company match

  • Profit sharing

  • AFLAC (partially company paid)

  • Mileage reimbursement

  • Biannual bonuses for continuing education, vacation or to pay off those holiday loans!

 
 

Recreation & Music Therapy Internship Programs

NCTRC qualified Recreation Therapy Internship & AMTA National Roster Music Therapy Internship

40 Hours / Week

 

  • Work with individuals of all ages diagnosed with a developmental and/or intellectual disabilities

  • Receive weekly individual supervisory sessions to discuss issues and brainstorm new ideas for clients

  • Observe Board certified therapists in each of the disciplines & work as part of an interdisciplinary team

  • Run a client rock band and participate in Skill Enhancement Labs (Music Therapy)

  • Facilitate group projects and a site project (Recreational Therapy)

 
 
 

Music Therapy Internship

6 months

  • Months 1–2 | Work closely with the internship director as you complete their facility orientation, become familiar with the required documentation, and observe sessions.

  • Months 3-4 | Co-treat and observe other disciplines.

  • Months 5-6 | Plan and implement your own sessions and practice completing their own paperwork. You will also be required to complete a case study and large project during the internship period.

 
 

Recreational Therapy Internship

14 weeks / 560 hours

  • Weeks 1–4 | Work closely with the internship director and other recreational therapists as you complete facility orientation, become familiar with the required documentation, and observe sessions

  • Weeks 5-11 | Co-treat, attend team meetings, facilitating groups, and observe other disciplines

  • Weeks 12–14 | Plan and implement your own sessions and practice completing your own paperwork. You will also be required to complete a large project.

What our Recreational Therapy Interns are saying

 
 

“I can’t imagine having done my internship anywhere else. I was able to work hands on with clients in the community in ways that helped not only my professional growth but also my personal growth. The hands-on supervision that you get through BST shows how much this company cares about the success of their interns. This was an amazing learning experience that I would not trade for anything. I was able to put what I learned the past 4 years into action with the help of the team. Not only was this a great internship experience but the BST community is also one I will cherish forever. There was never a doubt that there would be someone there to help if I failed at something.”

— Heather Miller, 2021

“I was a Recreational Therapy Intern at Behavior Services & Therapy during summer of 2020. During that time, I was able to learn about the field of Recreational Therapy, and how it is used in a community-based setting. I learned how to write treatment plans, as well as preform sessions. I felt supported throughout the internship by a great group of recreational therapists and was able to shadow multiple therapists. The internship allowed me to realize that I wanted to help people with developmental disabilities as my career path. ”

— Madison Bonek, 2020

 
 

“My internship experience at BST was pivotal in my academic and career success. I was given the opportunity to work with a wide range of ages and disabilities, and I was able to work independently while also having the support of about 10 other RTs if I had any questions or concerns or needed ideas for lesson planning. My internship supervisor took the time to evaluate my work and provide constructive criticism and regularly meet with me one-on-one, and my ability to provide RT services after my internship was stronger for it. While I was preparing to take the certification exam at the end of my internship, I felt very supported and encouraged by the RTs here because it was obvious they genuinely wanted me to succeed. They would all provide helpful tips, notes, studying material, and words of encouragement. I would highly recommend anyone looking for an internship opportunity where they’ll get to learn and grow in a relaxed but professional environment to look into BST!”

— Azia Humphreys, 2019

 

What clients have to say about our Music Therapy interns

Music therapist to client at the end of session: “What do you say that starts with T?”
Client: “Teresa (MT Intern)! See you next week!”

Client to music therapy intern: “I kneel to you as a sign of friendship.”

Music therapist to client: “You’re Wild!”
Client: “I was born wild!”

Music therapist to client: “What size shirt do you wear?”
Client: “A disco size!”


 

An invaluable internship experience

Join our team, gain experience, and make a difference with us!