Phoenix House Texas
Organization Name
Phoenix House Texas
Address
2525 North Loop W, Suite 100, Houston, TX 77008
Organization Description
History of Agency: Phoenix House has provided addiction treatment and prevention services
in Texas since 1995. Each year, we help thousands of men, women, and adolescents overcome
drug and alcohol addiction and find recovery in order to lead productive drug-free
lives. We are committed to protecting and supporting individuals, families, and communities
affected by substance use disorders and dependency. Our continuum of care recognizes
the long-term nature of recovery and provides a wide range of services—from prevention,
early intervention, and treatment to continuing care and recovery support. In addition
to our own programs, Phoenix House of Texas often collaborates with community organizations
that offer specialized services. Our programs throughout Texas serve more than 15,000
adults and teenagers each year. Using innovative, evidence-based treatment methods,
we address each patient’s needs with respect and compassion.
Our Mission:
We are passionate about healing individuals, families and communities challenged by
substance use disorders and related mental health conditions.
Our Vision:
A healthy, addiction-free world.
Description of Internship
**Dependent on what track or program the student is working towards and/or the specific
academic focus**
Treatment (Clinical)- Adolescent Outpatient or Adult Outpatient Services:
Interns will have the opportunity to attend and observe intake assessments, observing
and participating in group/individual/family counseling and drug testing/screenings,
and becoming familiarized with the Phoenix House curriculum. Once the student becomes
more comfortable with the material and duties, they will then begin hosting the sessions,
as well as conducting assessments and screenings.
Prevention Services:
Interns will work closely with Prevention specialists in preparing consent forms,
setting up services at local schools and community centers, implementing evidenced-based
education to youth in school and community settings, scoring pre & post test, and
providing positive alternatives throughout the community.
Criteria for Interns
- Must be 18 years or older
- Must have a valid Texas Driver’s License
- Complete a mandatory drug test
- Pass the Criminal Background Check through Phoenix House
- If the intern chooses to follow the Prevention program track, they must pass a Background Check at the local schools of attendance (If they do not pass a background check in the schools, the Prevention Supervisor will assign other duties during internship)
- Must have basic customer service and computer skills knowledge
- Good organization and time management skills
- Ability to work in a team environment
- All Social Sciences are welcome; although it is dependent upon an individual basis and professor approval of the following supervision - (An LPC or LCDC will be signing for supervision hours/credits - dependent upon professor preference)
Contact Name
Stefanie Kutra, Outpatient Manager
Contact Number
713-426-2637