Volunteers and Internships

Mental Health Association of Nassau County provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, marital status, sex, disability, familial status, domestic violence victim status, genetic predisposition or any other category protected under federal, state or local law. Mental Health Association of Nassau County complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment.

We value and rely upon your volunteer support.  The donation of your time helps to keep our agency vital and has a profound impact not only on the lives of those we serve, but also on our community as a whole.

The following are volunteer opportunities available through the MHANC:

1. Internships and Volunteer Opportunities (Unpaid)

Please note that the MHANC requires a minimum commitment of ten (10) hours per week to intern or volunteer.

Students seeking a work experience in the mental health field may find a meaningful experience in one of our programs or services.  Availability of internships is dependent on the availability of supervisors.

Please fill out and submit our Internship and Volunteer Application.

For further information, please contact us:

E-mail: rpriest@mhanc.org

Phone: (516) 489-2322 x1251

2. Compeer Program

A Compeer is an adult who volunteers to spend time each week with a person recovering from a psychiatric disability who is living in the community.  The friendship that develops becomes important to both the Compeer and the adult he or she is meeting with.

For further information about the Compeer Program, please contact the Compeer Coordinator at:

E-mail: dgreen@mhanc.org

Phone: (516) 489-2322, ext. 1260