Clinical Social Work Fellow - Psychiatry Department

%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWith over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to %3Ca href=%22https://www.utsouthwestern.edu/newsroom/articles/year-2022/july-us-news-best-hospital.html%22 target=%22_blank%22%3EU.S. News %26amp; World Report%3C/a%3E, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you%27ll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB SUMMARY%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EWorking under the supervision of attending physicians, the Clinical Fellow handles more advanced and specialized cases, and provides direct patient care while completing advanced training under non accredited programs in their specific medical or health discipline to gain specialized skills and experience. This role is also involved in non-clinical activities such as research, quality improvement, and teaching.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EBENEFITS%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3EPPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Time Off, available day one%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ERetirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPaid Parental Leave Benefit%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EWellness programs%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3ETuition Reimbursement%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3EPublic Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Ca href=%22http://jobs.utsouthwestern.edu/benefits/#top%22 target=%22_blank%22%3ELearn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!%3C/a%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EWork Schedule:%3C/strong%3E%26nbsp;8-hour flex shift, Monday through Friday. Additional details will be discussed as part of the interview process.%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22elementtoproof%22%3EThis is a competitive paid, full time, in-person, two-year fellowship for LMSWs seeking their clinical license requirements with a focus on children and family behavioral health: Individual, family, and group psychotherapy direct practice, supervision, observation, and training in pediatric psychiatry and behavioral health settings Paid LCSW-S supervision,%26nbsp; clinical%26nbsp;training, ASWB preparation%3Cspan style=%22color:black;%22%3E %3C/span%3Eand didactic education specific for LCSWs Multidisciplinary experience in psychiatric inpatient and outpatient settings Specialized psychiatric rotations (behavioral, developmental, neurodevelopmental needs, and more).%3C/p%3E%3Cp class=%22elementtoproof%22%3E%3Cstrong%3EPlease attach the following documents as part of your application:%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3ECover Letter%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EStatement of Purpose%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EProof of passing the ASWB exam required at time of application%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3ELMSW licensure required by hire date%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ERequired%3C/strong%3E%3C/li%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EEducation%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:Tahoma;font-size:13.3333px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3EGraduate of an Institution certified by the Council of Social Work Education with a Master%27s degree in Social Work. %3C/span%3E%3C/span%3EProof of passing the ASWB exam required at time of application%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EProven clinical experience in a relevant specialty.%26nbsp;%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cstrong%3ELicenses and Certifications%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cspan style=%22background-color:rgb(255,255,255);color:rgb(0,0,0);font-family:Tahoma;font-size:13.3333px;%22%3E%3Cspan style=%22-webkit-text-stroke-width:0px;display:inline !important;float:none;font-style:normal;font-variant-caps:normal;font-variant-ligatures:normal;font-weight:400;letter-spacing:normal;orphans:2;text-align:left;text-decoration-color:initial;text-decoration-style:initial;text-decoration-thickness:initial;text-indent:0px;text-transform:none;white-space:normal;widows:2;word-spacing:0px;%22%3E(LMSW) LIC MASTER SOCIAL WORKER by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners. LMSW licensure required by hire date.%3C/span%3E%3C/span%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EPreferred%26nbsp;%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul%3E%3Cli%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3EExperience:%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:40px;%22%3EThe preferred candidate would possess the following qualifications/skills: 1-2 years of experience in%26nbsp;child and family social work services (internships included),1-2 years of experience in pediatric inpatient and outpatient mental health settings%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:40px;%22%3EKnowledge of child and family mental health community resources%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:40px;%22%3EDesire to learn and welcome training, structured feedback, and supervisory direction%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:40px;%22%3EAbility to work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:40px;%22%3EExcellent verbal, written, and client interaction skills%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:40px;%22%3EProficiency in electronic health records and technology%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:40px;%22%3EStrong organizational and time management skills%3C/p%3E%3Cp style=%22margin-left:40px;%22%3EAbility to thrive and remain flexible in fast pace, changing environment%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EJOB DUTIES%3C/strong%3E%3C/p%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EUphold NASW Code of Ethics and NASW Core Competencies of Practice Uphold federal, state, local, and institutional regulations, policies, and procedures%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPerforms psycho-social assessment, psychotherapeutic intervention, and treatment for individuals, groups, and family systems under the supervision of the BHEC-clinical supervisor and clinical site directors%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EEffectively communicate and collaborate with patients and family members regarding the diagnosis, treatment, and outcome plans.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EAttend and actively participate in weekly didactic training and supervision sessions%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EProvide written evaluation and feedback relative to clinical learning goals and outcomes%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPerforms social work assessment and crisis intervention for patients and family members presenting to clinical fellowship rotation sites%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l2 level1 lfo1;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EAnticipates patient’s and/or patient’s family needs and expectations and uses these with assessment to help develop appropriate care plans for the patient.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EIn collaboration with the clinical supervisor, preceptor, and/or clinical team on-call, identifies psychiatric emergencies.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EAssesses the potential for self-harm/suicidal ideation and coordinates voluntary and involuntary treatment/commitment procedures.%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l0 level1 lfo2;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EWorks collaboratively with psychiatric multidisciplinary team, stakeholders, and assigned supervisors to develop psychodynamic interventions and treatment for children, adolescents, emergent youth,%26nbsp;adults,%26nbsp;and family systems%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l4 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EAssists clinical staff in evaluation and stabilization of patients, as needed%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l4 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EFacilitates admission and transfer processes to appropriate facilities, as indicated.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l4 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EIdentifies psychosocial-emotional risk factors that may increase barriers to mental health treatment, including but not limited to the following risk factors such as suspected abuse, neglect, trauma, interpersonal violence, behavioral health concerns, houselessness, food insecurity, and limited resources, etc.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l4 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EProvides psycho-education to patient’s and/or patient’s families.%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l4 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EDemonstrates effective communication with diverse populations%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l4 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3ERefers patients to community programs and resources as indicated to assist the patient in meeting their mental health care needs%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l4 level1 lfo3;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EMaintains timely documentation; consistently meets departmental standards%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EServes as patient and/or family advocate.%26nbsp;%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EResponds to patient’s and/or patient’s family’s complaints and reports them to supervisor.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EUtilizes chain of command to resolve patient, operational, or personal work-related problems.%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l3 level1 lfo4;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EMaintains HIPPA compliance and privacy of all patients.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l1 level1 lfo5;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EMaintains consistent attendance and adheres to established schedules to support patient care and team operations.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cul style=%22margin-top:0in;%22 type=%22disc%22%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EAccesses only medical records for patients that are assigned Acts as a resource for the department for complicated mental health processes as related to Order of Protective Custody (OPC) and Apprehension by Police Officer without Warrant (APOWW).%3C/li%3E%3Cli class=%22MsoNormal%22 style=%22mso-list:l5 level1 lfo6;tab-stops:list .5in;%22%3EPerforms other duties as assigned.%3C/li%3E%3C/ul%3E%3Cp%3E%3Cstrong%3ESECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3ESecurity%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EThis position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.%3Cbr%3E%3Cbr%3E%3Cstrong%3EEEO%3C/strong%3E%3Cbr%3EUT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.%3Cbr%3E%26nbsp;%3C/p%3E