Social Worker Clinical - The University of Texas at Tyler : Job Details

LPC/LCSW TCHATT (24000714) Job Description LPC/LCSW TCHATT - Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine (24000714) Job Type(Full or Part-time):Full Time Benefits Eligibility :Full Benefits Detailed Shift Information. :Days Description Job Summary: This position functions as a part of the TCHATT, {Texas Child Health Through Telemedicine) team. The therapist will work on a multidisciplinary team and communicate with internal and external stakeholders such as school counselors and nurses. The therapist will be expected to provide assessment, short term treatment, and referral services to children, adolescents, and families as referred to the TCHATT program. In addition to providing education to patients and families in relation to identified goals, therapist may also be providing education to school staff on utilization of the TCHATT program. Major Responsibilities / Duties / Critical Tasks: Function as a member of an interdisciplinary team. Efficiently and effectively interact with team members, internal and external partners to accomplish essential tasks. Engage school staff to facilitate referrals. Create and conduct presentations in the community and schools to increase knowledge/awareness of both behavioral and emotional stressors and symptoms. Be comfortable delivering therapy through telemedicine. Competent to provide assessment and referral services to elementary through high school ages. Efficient in administering assessments and screenings. Deliver client-centered, evidence-based therapies. Be effective in documentation procedures. Refer for services outside scope of practice as needed. Refer patients to appropriate level of ongoing care. Identify appropriate referral sources in the area of the school district served. Participate in community outreach activities to raise awareness as needed. Perform other related duties incidental to the work described, such as attending trainings and regular team meetings. Use excellent oral and written communication skills. Participate in regular team meetings. Handle confidential and/or sensitive information with discretion and adherence to HIPAA rules. Promote the UTHSCT mission, vision, and values by action. Other duties as assigned. Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies: Competent to provide services to children and adolescents. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, etc.). Qualifications Required Education / Experience: A Master's degree in Counseling, Social Work, or Psychology. Experience working with children, adolescents and/or families. Required Certifications / Licenses: Maintain current Texas licensure with scope of practice that encompasses group, individual/family therapy. Work Locations: Tyler 75701 Organization: 001-University of Texas Health Science Center-Tyler Job Posting: Nov 20, 2024, 4:51:53 PM