Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_on2110, Griswold Lane, Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78703, United States
Life at Ascension
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care, and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
About the Role
Join our Behavioral Health team at Dell Children's Medical Center in Austin, TX. In this full-time role, you will serve as a clinical resource for trauma and personality disorders, providing consultation, staff education, and community outreach on mental health services. Your work will focus on delivering individual, group, and family therapy to support improved mental health outcomes. You will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, establish measurable therapy treatment goals aligned with evidence-based practices, and collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and community providers to coordinate care from treatment initiation through discharge planning.
Hiring Process & Application
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Equal Opportunity
Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
Work location
Work model: On-site
2110, Griswold Lane, Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78703, United States
Austin, Texas
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleProvide individual, group, and family behavioral health counseling services
- check_circleConduct comprehensive patient assessments and establish measurable therapy treatment goals
- check_circleEvaluate therapy progress and adjust treatment plans to ensure effective interventions
- check_circleCollaborate with patients, families, physicians, and community providers to coordinate care
- check_circleServe as clinical resource for trauma and personality disorders through consultation and staff education
Requirements
- verifiedTexas Professional Counselor licensure OR Texas Social Worker licensure
- verifiedHigh School diploma with 2 years experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years experience
- verifiedBLS Provider preferred
- verifiedLMSW required upon hire
Nice to Have
BLS Provider certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross), Clinical Counselor credential, Crisis Counseling experience, and Group Therapy experience.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleComprehensive health coverage including medical, dental, vision, prescription, and HSA/FSA optionscheck_circleEmployer-matched 403(b) retirement plan with planning and hardship resourcescheck_circleDisability and life insurance coveragecheck_circlePro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidayscheck_circleAscension-paid tuition through Vocare program and reimbursementcheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program, counseling, peer support, spiritual care, and stress management resourcescheck_circleParental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefitscheck_circleOptional legal and pet insurancecheck_circleTransportation savings program
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Counselor, Social Worker, BLS Provider, Clinical Counselor, LMSW, Crisis Counseling, Group Therapy.
Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of experience OR Associate's degree OR 4 years of experience; Associate's degree or Technical degree.
Frequently asked questions about Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin
What does a Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin do?expand_more
In this Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin role, you will provide individual, group, and family behavioral health counseling services; conduct comprehensive patient assessments and establish measurable therapy treatment goals; evaluate therapy progress and adjust treatment plans to ensure effective interventions; and collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and community providers to coordinate care.
What are the requirements for this Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker role?expand_more
Ascension Wisconsin is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: Texas Professional Counselor licensure OR Texas Social Worker licensure; High School diploma with 2 years experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years experience; BLS Provider preferred; and LMSW required upon hire.
Where is the Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker role at Ascension Wisconsin located?expand_more
Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin is based in 2110, Griswold Lane, Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78703, United States. This is a on-site role.
Is this Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker job remote, hybrid, or on-site?expand_more
Ascension Wisconsin has listed this Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker role as on-site.
How much experience is required for this Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker role?expand_more
Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
What skills do you need for the Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker role at Ascension Wisconsin?expand_more
Key skills for Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin include Counselor; Social Worker; BLS Provider; Clinical Counselor; LMSW; Crisis Counseling; and Group Therapy.
What education is required for Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin?expand_more
Educational requirements for this role: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of experience OR Associate's degree OR 4 years of experience; and Associate's degree or Technical degree.
What category does the Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker role belong to?expand_more
Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.