Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker
Not Disclosed•Part-TimeOn-site
location_on2110, Griswold Lane, Austin, Travis County, Texas, 78703, United States
Life at Ascension
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system where purpose meets opportunity. Our culture is grounded in service, growth, care, and connection, empowering over 99,000 associates to reimagine healthcare together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, we foster 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 part-time role, you will provide essential behavioral health counseling services, delivering individual, group, and family therapy to support improved mental health outcomes. You will conduct comprehensive patient assessments, establish measurable treatment goals aligned with evidence-based practices, and collaborate with patients, families, physicians, and community providers to coordinate care from initiation through discharge.
As a clinical resource for trauma and personality disorders, you will also provide consultation, staff education, and community outreach. This position operates on a part-time schedule with 2-12 hour shifts between 7 am and 7 pm, exclusively on Saturdays and Sundays.
Hiring Process
Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers. Ascension will never ask for payment or financial information during the hiring process. Legitimate communications will always originate from an @ascension.org email address, and official offers are only extended to candidates who have completed an application through our authorized system.
Equal Opportunity
Ascension is an equal employment opportunity employer. We provide opportunities to all associates and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected 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 behavioral health counseling services including individual, group, and family therapy
- 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
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Social Work
- verifiedClinical Counselor credential
- verifiedTexas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors credential
- verifiedTexas State Board of Social Worker Examiners credential
- verifiedSocial Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credential
- verifiedLMSW required upon hire
- verified3 years of experience preferred
Nice to Have
Case Manager credential from the Commission for Case Manager Certification (CCMC) or American Case Management Association (ACMA). 3 years of experience. Crisis Counseling experience. 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_circlePaid time off (PTO) and holidayscheck_circleAscension-paid tuition (Vocare) and reimbursement for career growthcheck_circleEmployee Assistance Program, counseling, peer support, and stress management resourcescheck_circleParental leave, adoption assistance, and family benefitscheck_circleOptional legal and pet insurance, plus transportation savings
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Clinical Counselor, Counselor, Social Worker, Case Manager, LMSW, Crisis Counseling, Group Therapy.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.
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
Day-to-day, the Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin will provide behavioral health counseling services including individual, group, and family therapy; 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.
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To qualify for the Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in Social Work; Clinical Counselor credential; Texas State Board of Examiners of Professional Counselors credential; Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners credential; Social Worker specializing in Clinical Practice credential; and LMSW required upon hire.
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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.
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Ascension Wisconsin has listed this Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker role as on-site.
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Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin typically requires 3+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin include Clinical Counselor; Counselor; Social Worker; Case Manager; LMSW; Crisis Counseling; and Group Therapy.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Social Work required.
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Pediatric Mental Health Social Worker at Ascension Wisconsin is part of the healthcare & nursing job category on Recrutus.