The Sally and Howard Levin Clubhouse
https://shlclubhouse.org/
2609 Murray Avenue
Pittsburgh, PA 15217
Contact Person (site supervisor): Dr. Chrissy Whiting-Madison, Director, cwhiting@thebranchpgh.org, 412-325-0039
Areas of Interest: Clinical psychology, Counseling Psychology, Social Work
Description: The Sally and Howard Levin Clubhouse, a licensed psychiatric and social rehabilitation program, is the only Clubhouse in Pittsburgh accredited by Clubhouse International. It adheres to the evidence-based Clubhouse model and the 37 Standards for Clubhouse Programs™ used across more than 300 Clubhouses worldwide. “Clubhouse,” as it is commonly called, helps people whose lives have been disrupted by mental illnesses such as major depressive disorder, bipolar disorder, schizoaffective disorder, or schizophrenia. Members make important contributions to their Clubhouse community while forming meaningful relationships in a safe and encouraging environment that nurtures strengths and fosters whole-person wellness. Members thrive by being needed, wanted, and appreciated. The Clubhouse welcomes people of all races, religions, colors, gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities, national origins, and veteran status.
Duties of Intern: Clubhouse is a place where members become whole again by building equal relationships, while doing meaningful daily work. Members, staff and interns work together as partners, relying on each other’s strengths, talents, and abilities, creating a welcoming, supportive, and trusting Clubhouse community. Interns will learn about all aspects of the Clubhouse International Recovery Model by building relationships with the members through daily interaction including Touch Base events, Unit Meetings and Community Forums. They will shadow staff who complete functional analyses, goal planning and daily notes and will eventually co-facilitate these actions. They will also complete a mental health and human rights advocacy project pre-approved by Clubhouse by the conclusion of their internship.
Requirements:
- Preference to junior or senior status at the University of Pittsburgh though other academic years will be considered
- Must complete all mandated clearances (Act 33, Act 34, FBI Fingerprinting)
General Information: The Clubhouse is located in the Squirrel Hill neighborhood of Pittsburgh which is serviced by several Pittsburgh Port Authority bus lines. In addition, there is metered parking on both sides of the street near the Clubhouse. Free street parking can also be found within a few blocks. The Clubhouse is open Monday – Tuesday – Thursday 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Wednesday and Friday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Terms Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
Number of Students: 3-5 students per term