Social Worker, LCSW, Psychiatry/Behavioral Science

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Galveston seeks a Social Work Clinician to provide evidence-based psychotherapy in an outpatient setting within the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.

You will work within an interdisciplinary team, document assessments in the EMR, and apply approved treatment techniques to address patient care concerns. A CSWE-accredited MSW and 2+ years in medical/behavioral health are required; outpatient experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Minimum two years of experience in a medical or behavioral health setting.
• Strong psychotherapy skills and experience with outpatient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychotherapy services to child, adolescent and adult patients in outpatient clinics.
• Apply evidence-based treatment techniques in professional practice.
• Document assessments and progress notes in the EMR according to department policies.
• Analyze therapeutic approaches and adjust techniques to improve care quality.
• Adhere to internal controls established for the department.
• Perform related duties as required.

Skills

Psychotherapy

Communication

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

Tools

EMR documentation

Job description

• Master’s degree in social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• At least two (2) years of experience in a medical or behavioral health setting

Minimum Qualification

• Master’s degree in social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
• At least two (2) years of experience in a medical or behavioral health setting

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a psychotherapist.
• Experience providing services to patients involved in substance recovery treatment.
• Experience with group therapy.
• Outpatient clinic experience

Job Description:

Social Work Clinician - Practice is characterized by independent decision-making and a consistent approach to holistic patient care. The LCSW functions within the interdisciplinary team and initiates action to address patient care concerns. Serves as a clinical leader and has broad experience and advanced knowledge and skills. To provide evidence-based psychotherapy services to patients in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences in an outpatient setting.

Job Duties:

• Provide psychotherapy services to child, adolescent and adult patients in the Department’s outpatient clinics.
• Demonstrate knowledge and use of evidence-based treatment techniques in professional practice to address therapeutic issues.
• Document assessments and progress notes in the patient’s electronic medical record in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
• Analyze therapeutic techniques and implement changes to improve quality of service.
• Adhere to internal controls established for the department.
• Perform related duties as required.

Salary Range:

Commensurate with experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0193 - John Sealy Towers

Job

Clerical & Administrative SupportRegular

Shift

Standard

Employee Status

Non-Manager

Job Level

Day Shift

Job Posting

Jul 30, 2026, 5:07:18 PM