Senior Pediatric Social Worker - High-Risk Clinic (LCSW)

UTHealth Houston; Houston (TX); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

100% paid medical premiums

Generous time off (37–38 days/year)

Longevity Pay

Retirement/pension plan

Work/life resources

Zusammenfassung

UTHealth Houston in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Social Worker (LCSW) to join the Pediatrics High Risk Clinic. The role provides advanced social work services using a biopsychosocial approach to support medically complex pediatric patients and families.

You will collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans, conduct psychosocial assessments, coordinate resources, and advocate for patients' needs.

Qualifikationen

• Knowledge of DSM-5 Criteria.
• Experience providing evidenced-based counseling for pediatric patients.
• Ability to collaborate with a multidisciplinary team.

Aufgaben

• Conducts comprehensive social, emotional, environmental and financial assessments.
• Plans treatment or referrals to ensure appropriate care.
• Collaborates with physicians and staff to coordinate care and achieve goals.
• Provides individual and/or group counseling.
• Prepares detailed reports and may document sessions for review.
• Educates healthcare providers on community resources and psychosocial factors.

Kenntnisse

DSM-5 Criteria

LMSW or LCSW license

Ausbildung

Master's Degree in Social Work

Jobbeschreibung

UTHealth Houston in Houston, TX seeks a Senior Social Worker (LCSW) to join the Pediatrics High Risk Clinic. The role provides advanced social work services using a biopsychosocial approach to support medically complex pediatric patients and families.

You will collaborate with physicians and a multidisciplinary team to develop care plans, conduct psychosocial assessments, coordinate resources, and advocate for patients' needs.