Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Neurosciences & Neurosurgery

The Division of Health Social Work serves as a centralized hub for social workers and other integrated health providers, fostering an environment that empowers professionals to improve the health and enhance the well-being of patients and families in partnership with patients, families, and communities. Through cutting-edge models and comprehensive services, the division creates tangible value within the healthcare ecosystem while championing whole-person care and interprofessional collaboration. Functioning as a formalized collaborative structure, the Division of Health Social Work unites interprofessional missions, cultivating synergies that drive impactful, patient-centric care. 

A hybrid work schedule (working onsite and remotely) is available for this position after onsite training and successful performance review have been completed.

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) is an integral member of an interdisciplinary, team-based program providing behavioral health services within the Neurosciences service line, including the Neurology and Neurosurgery clinics at UT Health Austin, part of Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin. Working collaboratively with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals, the LCSW provides case consultation, complex case management, evidence-based brief interventions, and psychotherapy using a patient-centered approach to address the biopsychosocial needs of individuals with neurological and behavioral health conditions, including chronic illness, chronic pain, adjustment disorders, depression, anxiety, and PTSD, while developing individualized care plans that promote resilience, continuity of care, and improved patient outcomes. .

• →Direct Clinical Assessment and Psychotherapy

Provide evidence-based psychotherapy, including cognitive behavioral therapy, supportive therapy, and other appropriate interventions, informed by comprehensive biopsychosocial-spiritual assessments and individualized treatment plans for patients with co-occurring physical and behavioral health conditions. Maintain complete and timely clinical documentation in accordance with organizational and division standards.

• →Consultation and Care Coordination

Conduct case consultations, supportive counseling, and psychoeducation for patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary care teams. Initiate outreach in response to urgent needs, including critical patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) and behavioral health crises, assess psychosocial needs and support systems, and recommend care plan modifications to improve patient functioning, quality of life, and health outcomes.

• →Interdisciplinary Clinical Collaboration

Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to address psychosocial factors affecting care, including chronic illness, chronic pain, substance use (e.g., tobacco cessation), transportation barriers, and pre- and post-surgical planning, ensuring coordinated, patient-centered care and optimal clinical outcomes.

• →Psychosocial Support and Chronic Condition Management

Support patients and caregivers in understanding the impact of life factors on chronic pain and other health conditions. Promote coping strategies, psychological resilience, and functional improvement to enhance quality of life and overall well-being.

• →Interdisciplinary and Community Collaboration

Collaborate with internal interdisciplinary teams and external providers to advance UT Health Austin’s integrated clinical care model. Build and sustain relationships with community behavioral health partners to ensure continuity of care and resource alignment. Support collaboration at the local, regional, and national levels to strengthen professional networks and best practices.

• →Cross-Coverage and Quality Improvement

Provide coverage in other UT Health Austin clinical programs as needed to ensure continuity of care and meet organizational priorities. Actively participate in quality improvement initiatives within both the Division of Health Social Work and the Neurology clinics

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program
• At least 2 year(s) of experience in post-degree clinical experience in a healthcare setting
• Current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the State of Texas.

Relevant education and experience may be substituted as appropriate

• 3 year(s) or more of experience in post-degree clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Experienced in conducting assessments and delivering evidence-based treatments, with working knowledge of brief interventions, motivational interviewing, and healthcare delivery. 
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

$70,000 + depending on qualifications

• Standard office equipment and clinic environment.
• Repetitive use of a keyboard and computer systems.
• May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications, and disoriented or combative patients, or others.

• Resume/CV

• 3 work references with their contact information; at least one reference should be from a supervisor

• Letter of interest

----

----

A criminal history background check will be required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

----

The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.

----

The University of Texas at Austin will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

----

Employment Eligibility Verification:

If hired, you will be required to complete the federal Employment Eligibility Verification I-9 form.  You will be required to present acceptable and original documents to prove your identity and authorization to work in the United States.  Documents need to be presented no later than the third day of employment.  Failure to do so will result in loss of employment at the university.

The University of Texas at Austin use E-Verify to check the work authorization of all new hires effective May 2015. The university’s company ID number for purposes of E-Verify is 854197. For more information about E-Verify, please see the following:

• E-Verify Poster (English and Spanish) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (English) [PDF]
• Right to Work Poster (Spanish) [PDF]

Employees may be required to report violations of law under Title IX and the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act). If this position is identified a Campus Security Authority (Clery Act), you will be notified and provided resources for reporting. Responsible employees under Title IX are defined and outlined in HOP-3031.

The Clery Act requires all prospective employees be notified of the availability of the Annual Security and Fire Safety report. You may access the most recent report here or obtain a copy at University Compliance Services, 1616 Guadalupe Street, UTA 2.206, Austin, Texas 78701.