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Professional Training Programs

The Department of Health & Human Services (DHHS), along with Milwaukee County, is a catalyst for change, leading the way as an outstanding example of partnership, collaboration and inspiration.

A part of DHHS, we have been working closely with educational institutions in providing internships, practicums, and field placements for undergraduate, graduate, and post-graduate trainees. Our training opportunities include an array of experiences throughout DHHS. As programs continue to expand, our focus is to ensure trainees are gaining the experience and knowledge to help clients and improve the health of our community. Furthermore, we aim to increase the quality and quantity of a highly trained workforce.

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Internship Application Process

What you can expect when you apply for internships with Milwaukee County DHHS

Application

  • Review our current internship openings
  • Select role(s) that meet your program requirements and area of interest
  • Follow the instructions listed for application submission

Screening

  • Length of time varies for this process
  • Application closes
  • List of applicants are reviewed by HR/PTP
  • Final list is forwarded to the direct supervisors

Interviewing

  • Direct supervisors will review the list of applicants
  • Interviews will be scheduled with interview panel
  • Scoring and selection is made after all interviews are completed
  • Offer letter is created and sent

Onboarding

  • Offer letter is accepted
  • Onboarding process begins
  • Internship schedule is finalized
  • Invitation for orientation is sent

Affiliation Agreements With Educational Institutions

Unpaid internships require a contracted agreement

Department of Health & Human Services is affiliated with:

  • Aurora University - School of Social Work
  • Marquette University - School of Counselor Education and Counselor Psychology
  • Mount Mary University - School of Social Work
  • National University, School of Clinical Education
  • Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota - School of Social Work
  • University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (UWM) - School of Public Health
  • University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (UWM) - School of Social Welfare
  • University of Wisconsin Whitewater (UWW) - School of Social Work

Behavioral Health Services is affiliated with: 

  • Alverno College - School of Social Work
  • Concordia University - School of Occupational Therapy
  • Denver University - School of Social Work
  • Mount Mary University - School of Professional Counseling
  • Springfield College - School of Counseling
  • University of Wisconsin Milwaukee (UWM) - School of Occupational Therapy
  • Wisconsin School of Professional Psychology (WSPP) - School of Psychology

Open Internship Opportunities

Review the job descriptions for paid and unpaid internships.

Paid Internships

Click on any position to be routed to the application.


Professional Training Programs Webinar Panel Discussion

Unlocking opportunities: Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services Internships for Social Work, Psychology and Counseling Students.

Hosted by Kane Communications Group, this virtual webinar is designed exclusively for students pursuing their bachelor's or master's degree in social work, psychology, counseling or related fields. Gain insights into available internships and professional training programs, promising career development opportunities and tips for success! 

Webinar Speakers:

Dr. Justin Kuehl, Director of Professional Training Programs
Cleopatra Castaneda, Director of Adult Protective Services
Isabela Berges, Intern - Criminal Justice Liaison
Andrea Gage, Mobile Crisis Clinician

 

Hosted by:

Kane Communications Group

Milwaukee Comprehensive Care Collaborative (MC3)

All Milwaukee County Interns are expected to complete the MC3 Orientation Training Video and Pre/Post-Internship Survey.

The pre/post internship surveys helps us guide MC3 teachings over the beginning of the internship and track progress at the end of the internship. 

Since 2009, Milwaukee Comprehensive Care Collaborative (MC3) has been partnering with Milwaukee County and other Change Agents to implement a co-occurring system emphasizing our values of welcoming, co-occurring capability, recovery, person-centered, culturally intelligent, trauma-informed, service integrated, stage matched, and system integration. This partnership entails an internship where students work with Milwaukee County to gain experience which fulfills degree requirements, while emphasizing MC3 values. The goal of this collaboration is to promote best practices, such as evidence based services, that promote positive outcomes for our consumers. 

Testimonials

“What I found most beneficial about this practicum was being able to interact with the patients on the unit in a casual, natural way. Being able to approach patients while they were sitting in common areas while on the unit, introduce myself to them, and build rapport with them was really helpful. I also had at least one opportunity to talk with a patient in somewhat of a crisis situation after I had built rapport with her over the course of her hospitalization, this was a very meaningful experience for me (I believe for the patient, too).”

Brooke Lewis — WSPP Psychology Practicum

“My primary experience of working with the CARS intake team on assessments was as rewarding as expected, really helping to round out my practical assessment skill set. Getting connected with Criminal Justice System Diversion Liaison was surprisingly excellent in bringing ethical issues, critical analysis in regard to diagnosis, appropriate treatment based off contextual life factors, and options in the community. The assessments I conducted for the Liaison were meaningful and needed, and my participation in Mental Health court was invaluable for my learning.”

Adam Haggerty — Alverno College Professional Counseling

“Gaining practicum experience both on the Child/Adolescent inpatient unit and as a part of CMCT, even if the inpatient experience was brief. I would recommend that students who are interested in both experiences share their interest and advocate for some time with both practicum opportunities. Also, taking advantage of the suggestions that supervisors provide during your experience that will complement the practicum experience you anticipated. For example, presenting or attending Brown Bag presentations, going with clinicians to complete assessments/interviews with families, and taking cases in detention or going with clinicians for assessments/interviews.”

Lissandra Lopez — WSPP Psychology Practicum

“I found the most beneficial was processing home visits with Jill and Rebecca post home visits to improve my clinical reasoning and solidify knowledge of mental health setting, especially for legal and local Milwaukee County Resources. Some of the trainings on HealthStream with Dr. Thrasher were also helpful in explaining these concepts in different ways.”

Sara Nesbit — UWM Occupational Therapy 

Meet Our Staff

Justin Kuehl, PsyD
Director of Professional Training Programs
Department of Health & Human Services

Quintina Martinez de Groot
WTD Specialist (PTP & Coaching)
Department of Health & Human Services

Michael Warner-Craft
WTD Executive Assistant
Department of Health & Human Services

Meet Our Direct Supervisors

Dinah LaCaze, MBA APSW
Aging & Disabilities Services
Adult Protective Services

Andrea Nauer-Waldschmidt, LPC
Behavioral Health Services
Access Clinic East


Carrie Losin, LCSW
Behavioral Health Services
Access Clinic East

Jill Zdrojewski, OT
Behavioral Health Services
Access Clinic South

Michael Maletis, LCSW
Behavioral Health Services
Access Clinic South

Kaelin Deprez, LCSW
Behavioral Health Services
Assertive Community Treatment
 

Dana Blake, MS LPC
Behavioral Health Services
Community Access to Recovery Services 

Lisa Kaczmarek, LCSW, SAC
Behavioral Health Services
Community Access to Recovery Services

Ken Cole, PsyD
Behavioral Health Services, Milwaukee County Mental Health Clinic

Alex Zurek, LMFT
Behavioral Health Services
Milwaukee Mobile Crisis

Christina Holloway, LPC
Behavioral Health Services
Milwaukee Mobile Crisis

Sara Coleman, PsyD
Behavioral Health Services
Milwaukee Mobile Crisis


Abby Noack-Haggas, PsyD
Behavioral Health Services
Wraparound Milwaukee

Maria Castillo
Behavioral Health Services
Wraparound Milwaukee

Ryan Ayala, LCSW
Children, Youth & Family Services
Youth Justice

Locations

Milwaukee County Department of Health & Human Services

1220 W. Vliet Street, Milwaukee WI 53205
Located within Marcia P. Coggs Human Services Center
Open DHHS in Google Maps

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Milwaukee County Children, Youth & Family Services


10201 W. Watertown Plank Rd, Milwaukee WI 53226
Located within Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.
Open CYFS in Google Maps

Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Milwaukee County Mental Health Clinic

1919 W. North Ave, Suite 200, Milwaukee WI 53205
Located within Shafi Plaza
Open Mental Health Clinic in Google Maps

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
By appointment only
Phone: (414) 257-7610

Milwaukee County Access Clinic North


8200 W. Silverspring Dr. Milwaukee WI 53218
Located within Milwaukee Health Services, Inc.
Open Access Clinic North in Google Maps

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Walk-in hours for initial assessment: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Phone: (414) 257-5190

Milwaukee County Access Clinic East


210 W. Capitol Dr, Milwaukee WI 53212
In partnership with Outreach Community Health Centers
Open Access Clinic East in Google Maps

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Walk-in hours for initial assessment: 8:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m., Monday - Friday
Phone: (414) 257-7665 

Milwaukee County Access Clinic South


1635 W. National Ave, Milwaukee WI 53204
Located within Sixteenth Street's National Ave Clinic
Open Access Clinic South in Google Maps

Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Walk-in hours for initial assessment: 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., Monday - Friday 
Phone: (414) 257-7900

Contact Us

By Email: [email protected]