Social Worker, LCSW, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science in Galveston, Texas at University of Texas Medical Branch

Minimum Qualification

• Master's degree in social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• At least two (2) years of experience in a medical or behavioral health setting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
• Experience providing services to patients involved in substance recovery treatment.
• Experience with group therapy.
• Outpatient clinic experience

Job Description:

Social Work Clinician - Practice is characterized by independent decision-making and a consistent approach to holistic patient care. The LCSW functions within the interdisciplinary team and initiates action to address patient care concerns. Serves as a clinical leader and has broad experience and advanced knowledge and skills. To provide evidence-based psychotherapy services to patients in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in an outpatient setting.

Job Duties:

• Provide psychotherapy services to child, adolescent and adult patients in the Department's outpatient clinics.
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of evidence-based treatment techniques in professional practice to address therapeutic issues.
• Document assessments and progress notes in the patient's electronic medical record in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Analyze therapeutic techniques and implement changes to improve quality of service.
• Adhere to internal controls established for the department.
• Perform related duties as required.

Salary Range:
Commensurate with experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

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