Internship Sites

Description of Agency:
90-95% substance abusers in a long-term treatment program. Up to about half of the men have a dual diagnosis.

Procedure for applying:
Call Bob Rapp at (503) 906-7636

Contact Person for Site:
Bob Rapp

Requirements:
Male interns only at Portlalnd Rescue. The site is seeking interns who are teachable, cooperative, and a team player.

Specific Schedule Requirements?
Interns may work 12-15 hours per week, Monday through Friday, afternoons and early evenings. The intern will be required to be on-site for parts of three days, including Wednesday afternoons from 12:30 - 5:00.

Stressors at this Site:
Population is fairly manipulative, focus of counseling is primarily substance abuse. There is an unpredictability of clients. Clients often say and do things that push therapists' buttons.

Summary Comments:
Interns will need to maintain strong boundaries with clients. If clients successfully complete the program, the average time frame is approximately two years: First Phase 4-6 months, Growth Phase 9-12 months, and Transition 4-6 months. The site clearly maintains a faith-based approach.

Directions:
Go West on Hawthorne Blvd toward SE 54 Ave. Turn right onto SE 39th Ave, then turn left onto SE Stark. Turn right onto SE 20th then left onto E. Burnside, which becomes the Burnside Bridge. After crossing the river, you will be on W. Burnside St.