Lincoln Families

Lincoln Families

Location: Practicum students integrate into existing school site teams in Alameda and Contra Costa counties.

Central Office: 150 Linden Street, Oakland, CA 94607

Our Services: The Lincoln Families program provides a range of mental health services to selected public elementary, junior high and high schools. This is made possible by funding through Medi-Cal, grants, or foundation support. We work collaboratively with each school to determine what type of services would be the most desirable and productive use of limited resources to fit that school community’s needs. Practicum students are integrated into existing teams at each school site.

Training Responsibilities: Each practicum student will provide a combination of the following clinical services:

  • In-class & playground support for at-risk students
  • Individual therapy
  • Group therapy
  • Family/collateral therapy and advocacy
  • Child assessment and diagnosis
  • Consultation and collaboration with the education staff
  • Support for students in the general school milieu
  • Wrap-around services

Supervision: Each practicum student will receive:

  • One hour per week of individual supervision
  • Two hours per week of group supervision (case conference)

Training: This program will provide a comprehensive training program that addresses the treatment needs of children in vulnerable youth school-based environments including:

  • Two hours each week didactic presentation by speakers on relevant topics
  • Participation in a one-hour weekly team meeting at the assigned school site
  • Access to Lincoln Child Center’s periodic training opportunities
  • Attendance at selected trainings in the community

Trainee’s Commitment: 18-22 hours over 2-3 days each week. Attending group supervision and training times is mandatory.

Minimum Requirements:

  1. Completion of at least one year coursework towards a Master’s degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology or Social Work
  2. Experience working with children and/or families
  3. Ability to provide culturally-competent services
  4. Ability to work independently
  5. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team

Special Considerations:

  1. Placement will fulfill the majority of the child and family hours of experience requirement for MFT licensing.
  2. Exposure to managed care paperwork.
  3. Work experience within a growing non-profit mental health agency that may have future paid positions available.
  4. Educational reimbursements are available.

To Apply: Submit a resume and cover letter detailing your interest in the training program to:
Brooke Giordano, MFT Practicum Manager & Clinical Supervisor, 510-421-6864 brookegiordano@lincolnfamilies.org

Lincoln Child Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
People of color are encouraged to apply.

Stipends Available: We provide an educational reimbursement starting at $4000 for first year students with a $2000 increase with each year in school.