Social Work Fellow

Job Title

Social Work Fellow

Agency

Texas A&M University Health Science Center

Department

Psychiatry and Behavioral Science

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Bryan, Texas

Job Type

Staff

Job Description

Here is a glimpse of the job

The Social Work Fellow, Psychiatry, under general supervision, provides social work services for Department of Psychiatry. Provides detailed behavioral health evaluations incorporating a psychosocial history including risk assessment and recommendation for treatment, under supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Supervisor (LCSW-S) and within limitations of license. Delivers evidence based Psychotherapy to patients using assessment tools to track patient progress and tailored intervention, under supervision of an LCSW-S and within limitations of license. Assumes responsibility for difficult and complex patients based on experience or area of expertise. Provides specialty consultation to other health care staff. Documents services and activities per department standards and assists with program evaluation activities to track and analyze utilization and effectiveness of services. Conducts scholarly presentations to clinic staff and participates in educational activities for staff, students and trainees of other disciplines.

What you need to know

Salary: Compensation will be commensurate to selected hire’s experience.

Work Schedule: The work schedule for this program is Monday - Friday, 8am to 5pm

Program Length: Our Social Work Fellow training program is a two-year program. Appointments are made initially for one year, with a second-year re-appointment being at the discretion of the Department. Further continued employment after the end of this two-year program is not guaranteed.

Special Instructions: A cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation (from recent supervisors or faculty members familiar with your clinical work) are strongly recommended.

In accordance with the federal contractor vaccination mandate , specific facilities at The Texas A&M System may be considered a covered contractor workplace with covered contractor employees. Therefore, successful applicants for this position may be subject to the federal mandate and will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment unless an approved medical or religious accommodation is in place. 

            

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: Master's Degree in Social Work or related field from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, or equivalent level of education and experience that qualifies the applicant to hold a Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) License in Texas.

Preferred Qualifications:  One year of practice experience in a behavioral health or related setting. (This experience may be accrued during a graduate program.) Clinical experience with children, adolescents, couples, substance use, or trauma. Experience in telehealth. Experience in working with interdisciplinary care teams. Experience in evidence-based treatment methods.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct mental health services - Provides detailed Behavioral Health evaluations incorporating a psychosocial history including risk assessment and recommendation for treatment, under supervision of an LCSW-S and within limitations of license. Delivers evidence based psychotherapy to patients using assessment tools to track patient progress and tailored intervention, under supervision of an LCSW-S and within limitations of license. Provides specialty consultation to other health care staff. Assumes responsibility for difficult and complex patients based on experience or area of expertise. Participates as a member of an inter- and intra-disciplinary team, including problem solving, program planning, clinical care planning, and quality improvement.

• Clinic Process Development and Improvement - Assists with developing and modifying patient triage and intake and referral systems within the clinic. Assists in implementing and training evidence base treatment. Documents services and activities per department standards and assists with program evaluation activities to track and analyze utilization and effectiveness of services.

• Patient Review and Continuing Education Support - Participates in continuing education through interdisciplinary didactic and rounding activities. Conducts scholarly presentations to clinic staff and participate in educational activities for staff, students and trainees of other disciplines. Participates in group and individual supervision with clinical supervisor, discussing current patient care, reviewing clinical skill exercises, and ensuring continued professional development.

What you need to do

Apply! Submitting a cover letter, resume, and letters of recommendation attached to the application will assist us in our review. You may attach the files during the application process.

Why Texas A&M University? 

Our Commitment

Texas A&M University is committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences. Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Benefits of working at Texas A&M University

Texas A&M University is a prestigious university with strong traditions, core values , and a community of caring and collaboration.  We are committed to enriching the learning and working environment by promoting a culture that respects all perspectives, talents & lived experiences.  Embracing varying opinions and perspectives strengthens our core values which are: Respect, Excellence, Leadership, Loyalty, Integrity, and Selfless Service.

Amenities associated with a major university, such as sporting and cultural events, state-of-the-art recreation facilities, the Bush Library and Museum, and much more await you. Experience all that a big city has to offer but with a reasonable cost-of-living and no long commutes. 

In addition, you have access to many benefits and perks, such as:

• Health , dental , vision , life and long-term disability insurance with Texas A&M contributing to employee health and basic life premiums

• 12-15 days of annual paid holidays 

• Up to eight hours of paid sick leave  and at least eight hours of paid vacation each month

• Automatically enrollment in the Teacher Retirement System of Texas 

• Health and Wellness: Free exercise programs and release time

• Professional Development: All employees have access to free LinkedIn Learning  training, webinars, and limited financial support to attend conferences, workshops, and more 

• Educational release time and tuition assistance  for completing a degree while a Texas A&M employee

Instructions to Applicants: Applications received by Texas A&M University and TAMHSC, must either have all job application data entered or a resume attached. Failure to provide all job application data or a complete resume could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. We encourage all applicants to upload a resume or use a LinkedIn profile to pre-populate the online application.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.