Student Practica

Students accepted for placements at Chrysalis House must be actively enrolled in an accredited college or university with course of study in a mental health related field (i.e., psychology, social work, or counseling).

Bachelor’s Level

Must be on-site a minimum of nine hours per week

Duties and Opportunities:

Maintain a case management caseload of up to four clients
Conduct substance abuse and mental health screenings
Facilitate psycho-educational groups
Observe all aspects of substance abuse treatment

Master’s Level & Above

Must commit to a minimum of two sequential semesters

Must be on-site a minimum of twelve hours per week

Duties and Opportunities:

Maintain a caseload of up to four clients
Facilitate therapeutic and psycho-educational groups
Conduct biopsychosocial and diagnostic assessments
Formulate and maintain treatment plans

Requirements for student placement:

Satisfactory criminal background check
Negative urine drug screen
Valid picture ID
Proof of negative Tb test within last six months

Process for application:

Schedule initial interview with Shannon Bailey at shannonbailey@chrysalishouse.org.
Bring with you to the initial interview your driver’s license (or, other picture ID) and a copy of your transcripts (does not have to be an official copy).
You will be contacted within 30 days of your interview to inform you if you have been accepted as a Chrysalis House student.

Chrysalis House is limited in the number of students who can be properly supervised during their practica. Also, most students begin in the Fall semester and continue for two semesters or a full calendar year. This extremely limits the number of slots available for Spring and Summer semesters. It is highly recommended that applications for any placement be submitted, at least, six months before the semester begins.

Contact Information

Shannon Bailey, Clinical Supervisor of Residential Services

Chrysalis House, Inc.

1589 Hill Rise Drive

Lexington, KY 40504

(859) 977-2518

shannonbailey@chrysalishouse.org