McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston
Senior Social Worker (LCSW) - Pediatrics High Risk (TMC)
McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics at UTHealth Houston, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Senior Social Worker (LCSW) – Pediatrics High Risk (TMC)
Apply for this senior-level social worker role at McWilliams School of Biomedical Informatics, UTHealth Houston.
Overview As a Senior Social Worker (LCSW) at the UT Physicians Pediatrics High Risk (TMC) clinic, you will provide independent social work services to address medical, psychiatric, and social concerns of children with complex conditions. Using a biopsychosocial perspective, you will assess, evaluate, implement, monitor, and advocate for services to improve patient and family outcomes.
Key Accountabilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments to interpret patients' social, emotional, environmental, and financial needs.
Plan treatment courses or refer cases to appropriate professionals, institutions, or agencies.
Obtain data from patients and/or relatives to support program development and social services.
Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary team to coordinate care, enhance patient experience, and achieve goals.
Develop patient goals, monitor progress, address barriers, and evaluate outcomes of individualized care plans.
Provide individual and group counseling.
Prepare detailed reports and document sessions.
Participate in teaching and staff development, serving as an instructor in the social work graduate student clinical practicum.
Educate physicians, nurses, and other providers on community resources and psychosocial factors.
Solicit assistance from religious, social, and welfare agencies and interact with social work staff and psychiatric residents.
Utilize crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and mediation to address patient/family concerns.
Respond to emergency situations and perform other duties as assigned.
Certification & Skills
Knowledge of DSM‑5 Criteria.
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by State of Texas required, or
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by State of Texas required.
Minimum Education Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
Minimum Experience Four years of social work experience, with at least one year providing evidence‑based, client‑centered counseling (group or independent).
Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 lbs occasionally, 20 lbs frequently, or 10 lbs constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive This position is security‑sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215, Texas Government Code 411.094, and related statutes.
Veteran Information Military occupations relating to the initial selection criteria include 0868, 42S1, 42S3, 42S4, 42SX, 73A.
Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or University policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy.
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees.
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time totaling 37‑38 days per year).
Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service).
Retirement/pension plan.
Free financial and legal counseling.
Free mental health counseling services.
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
Other employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.).
Resources for child and elder care.
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Overview As a Senior Social Worker (LCSW) at the UT Physicians Pediatrics High Risk (TMC) clinic, you will provide independent social work services to address medical, psychiatric, and social concerns of children with complex conditions. Using a biopsychosocial perspective, you will assess, evaluate, implement, monitor, and advocate for services to improve patient and family outcomes.
Key Accountabilities
Conduct comprehensive assessments to interpret patients' social, emotional, environmental, and financial needs.
Plan treatment courses or refer cases to appropriate professionals, institutions, or agencies.
Obtain data from patients and/or relatives to support program development and social services.
Collaborate with physicians and the multidisciplinary team to coordinate care, enhance patient experience, and achieve goals.
Develop patient goals, monitor progress, address barriers, and evaluate outcomes of individualized care plans.
Provide individual and group counseling.
Prepare detailed reports and document sessions.
Participate in teaching and staff development, serving as an instructor in the social work graduate student clinical practicum.
Educate physicians, nurses, and other providers on community resources and psychosocial factors.
Solicit assistance from religious, social, and welfare agencies and interact with social work staff and psychiatric residents.
Utilize crisis intervention, conflict resolution, and mediation to address patient/family concerns.
Respond to emergency situations and perform other duties as assigned.
Certification & Skills
Knowledge of DSM‑5 Criteria.
Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by State of Texas required, or
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by State of Texas required.
Minimum Education Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited program.
Minimum Experience Four years of social work experience, with at least one year providing evidence‑based, client‑centered counseling (group or independent).
Physical Requirements Exerts up to 50 lbs occasionally, 20 lbs frequently, or 10 lbs constantly to move objects.
Security Sensitive This position is security‑sensitive pursuant to Texas Education Code 51.215, Texas Government Code 411.094, and related statutes.
Veteran Information Military occupations relating to the initial selection criteria include 0868, 42S1, 42S3, 42S4, 42SX, 73A.
Residency Requirement Employees must permanently reside and work in the State of Texas.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement UTHealth Houston is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment-related activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law or University policy. Reasonable accommodation, based on disability or religious observances, will be considered in accordance with applicable law and UTHealth Houston policy.
Benefits
100% paid medical premiums for full‑time employees.
Generous time off (holidays, preventative leave day, vacation and sick time totaling 37‑38 days per year).
Longevity Pay (monthly payments after two years of service).
Retirement/pension plan.
Free financial and legal counseling.
Free mental health counseling services.
Gym membership discounts and access to wellness programs.
Other employee discounts (entertainment, car rentals, cell phones, etc.).
Resources for child and elder care.
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