LCSW - Neurosciences & Neurosurgery Care Leader

University of Texas at Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) at Dell Medical School in Austin provides advanced psychosocial support, counseling, and care coordination for patients across inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory care settings. This role works within an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans and support discharge planning.

It also involves program development, quality improvement, and mentoring LMSWs and interns while ensuring licensure in Texas and adherence to ethical standards.

Qualifications

• MSW from a CSWE‑accredited program is required.
• 2+ years post‑degree clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial-spiritual assessments and provide evidence‑based psychotherapy.
• Deliver crisis intervention and psychosocial education to patients and families.
• Coordinate access to community resources and support services.
• Develop individualized care plans and support transitions of care, including discharge planning.
• Contribute to social work program design, quality improvement, and data reporting.
• Mentor LMSWs and interns and promote professional development.
• Engage in care team meetings and provide coverage during high‑volume periods.

Skills

Biopsychosocial assessment

Psychotherapy

Care coordination

Discharge planning

Team collaboration

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

MSW (CSWE‑accredited)

Texas LCSW licensure

Job description

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) at Dell Medical School in Austin provides advanced psychosocial support, counseling, and care coordination for patients across inpatient, outpatient, and ambulatory care settings. This role works within an interdisciplinary team to develop individualized care plans and support discharge planning.

It also involves program development, quality improvement, and mentoring LMSWs and interns while ensuring licensure in Texas and adherence to ethical standards.