Children's National Hospital

Psychology Intern

Children's National Hospital  •  $50/hr  •  Washington, DC (Onsite)  •  1 month ago
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Job Description

Psychology Intern - (260000HX)

 The Psychology Intern will work under general supervision of a licensed clinical psychologist at the doctoral level. The intern will provide comprehensive psychosocial consultation/assessment for identified patients/families and based on findings, facilitate interventions. Fosters positive and professional interpersonal relationships with patients/families, physicians, hospital staff, community agency representatives and visitors. Learn to effectively use interpersonal communication skills to resolve conflicts and to promote positive well-being. 

Qualifications

 Minimum Education
Vocational Education Enrolled in a CSWE-accredited Master of Social Work program (Required)

Required Skills/Knowledge
Strong communication skills.
Ability to relate to divergent patient populations.
Sensitivity to individuals from varied backgrounds and cultures.

Functional Accountabilities
Patient/Family Plan
  • Provide comprehensive psychosocial assessment for identified patients and families; develop plan for intervention based on assessment.
  • Uses range of communication skills to assist patients, families and staff to address care needs and complex issues.
  • Facilitate interventions, based on assessment, family and staff requests, and timeframe.
  • Facilitate the child protection process of assessment, referral, plan, and implementation, if appropriate.
  • Provide follow-up services as appropriate and assess outcome of interventions.
  • Document assessment and interventions in the patient’s medical record, in accordance with departmental standards.
Multidisciplinary Communication With Patient/Family
  • Communicate with relevant hospital staff about patient care issues to insure continuity of care.
  • Advocate for patient and family needs within the hospital system.
  • Facilitate the discharge planning process by working with Case Management staff, nursing staff, and physicians.
  • Participate in team meetings to address general and specific patient care issues.
  • Help to organize patient care conferences when complex issues arise.
  • Learn to educate staff about psychosocial issues impacting treatment plans.
External Resources
  • Research appropriate resources to assist families to care for their children at home.
  • Share information with relevant agencies, respect patient/family confidentiality.
  • Maintain positive and effective referral relationships with community agencies and professional organizations.
  • Maintains positive and effective referral relationships with community agencies and professional organizations.
  • Advocate for patient/family needs within the community.
Patient/Family Outcome
  • Intervene in complex situations involving patient care needs, communication problems, or systems issues.
  • Research appropriate solutions within the hospital or in the community.
  • Learn to mediate conflictual situations, collaborate with other staff as appropriate.
  • Provide assistance to patients, families, and staff, while maintaining respect for boundaries; set appropriate limits.
Safety
  • Speak up when team members appear to exhibit unsafe behavior or performance
  • Continuously validate and verify information needed for decision making or documentation
  • Stop in the face of uncertainty and takes time to resolve the situation
  • Demonstrate accurate, clear and timely verbal and written communication
  • Actively promote safety for patients, families, visitors and co-workers
  • Attend carefully to important details - practicing Stop, Think, Act and Review in order to self-check behavior and performance

Organizational Accountabilities
Professional Environment & Standards
  • Meet with field instructor for regular supervision; prepare agenda and discuss areas of concern.
  • Participate in student social work seminars and in Psychosocial Staff meetings.
  • Meet all departmental requirements for chart recording, statistics, and other professional documentation and submit documents in a timely manner.
  • Participate in departmental performance improvement activities as appropriate.
  • Practice in accordance with the NASW Code of Ethics.
Organizational Commitment/Identification
  • Partner in the mission and upholds the core principles of the organization
  • Committed to diversity and recognizes value of cultural ethnic differences
  • Demonstrate personal and professional integrity
  • Maintain confidentiality at all times
Customer Service
  • Anticipate and responds to customer needs; follows up until needs are met
Teamwork/Communication
  • Demonstrate collaborative and respectful behavior
  • Partner with all team members to achieve goals
  • Receptive to others’ ideas and opinions
Performance Improvement/Problem-solving
  • Contribute to a positive work environment
  • Demonstrate flexibility and willingness to change
  • Identify opportunities to improve clinical and administrative processes
  • Make appropriate decisions, using sound judgment
Cost Management/Financial Responsibility
  • Use resources efficiently
  • Search for less costly ways of doing things
 

Primary Location

 District of Columbia-Washington

Work Locations

 CN Hospital (Main Campus) 111 Michigan Avenue NW  Washington 20010

Job

 Internship / Trainee

Organization

 Ctr Neuroscience & Behav MedPosition Status R (Regular) - FT - Full-TimeShift DayWork Schedule 8-5pm

Job Posting

 Apr 21, 2026, 4:15:15 PM

Full-Time Salary Range

 100000 - 300000
Children's National Hospital

About Children's National Hospital

Children’s National Hospital, based in Washington, D.C., was established in 1870 to help every child grow up stronger. Today, it is one of the top 10 children’s hospital in the nation and ranked in all specialties evaluated by U.S. News & World Report. Children’s National is transforming pediatric medicine for all children. The Children’s National Research & Innovation Campus opened in 2021, a first-of-its-kind pediatric hub dedicated to developing new and better ways to care for kids. Children’s National has been designated three times in a row as a Magnet® hospital, demonstrating the highest standards of nursing and patient care delivery. This pediatric academic health system offers expert care through a convenient, community-based primary care network and specialty care locations in the D.C. metropolitan area, including Maryland and Virginia. Children’s National is home to the Children’s National Research Institute and Sheikh Zayed Institute for Pediatric Surgical Innovation. It is recognized for its expertise and innovation in pediatric care and as a strong voice for children through advocacy at the local, regional and national levels. As a non-profit, Children's National relies on generous donors to help ensure that every child receives the care they need.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
5,001-10,000 employees
Headquarters
Washington, DC
Year Founded
1870
Website
childrensnational.org
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