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UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Post COVID Program, Division of Health Social Work, UT Health Austin in Austin, Texas
Completes comprehensive bio-psychosocial screenings and assessments of patients, providing psychotherapy utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy, and other clinically indicated modalities. Offers case management services, connecting patients to resources such as patient assistance programs and community supports.Provides discipline-specific expertise to patients, caregivers, and interdisciplinary team members on factors that impact chronic illness or other medical conditions, including social determinants of health and innovative approaches to chronic illness care. Collaborates with an interdisciplinary team using a patient-centered approach and maintains timely documentation in compliance with regulatory and organizational policies.Facilitates support groups for patients and their families experiencing the lingering effects of COVID-19.Provides occasional coverage for urgent needs when other social work team members are unavailable. Attends division meetings, integrated practice unit meetings, and continuing education opportunities to support best practices and collaboration.Builds and maintains collaborative relationships with community behavioral health providers, creating a network of aligned professionals. Fosters a highly collaborative approach with clinical team members, and engages with local, regional, and national professional communitiesPerforms other related duties as assigned.