AMPLIFY Mental Health Therapist Associate Fellowship

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

126d • $60,000

About The Position

This position is grant-funded with an expected end date of August 31, 2026. It is designated as a fellowship opportunity for recent graduates of the Steve Hicks School of Social Work Master of Social Work (MSW) program. Eligible candidates must have graduated in either the December 2024 or May 2025 cohorts. The position aims to professionally develop a recent MSW SHSSW graduate in integrated healthcare service provision through therapeutic evidence-based practice models and measurement-based care approaches to full clinical licensure. Over the two-year period, the position will meet the required supervision hours for a fully licensed clinical social worker. The position will provide therapeutic support to young adults between the ages of 18 and 29 who seek the Amplify Center for mental healthcare, which is part of UT Health Austin.

Requirements

• Must be a recent graduate of the UT Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work with a master’s in social work no earlier than December 2024.
• Licensure in the state of Texas (LMSW) or certification as an LPC Associate (LPC-A) with 1,000 hours towards full clinical licensure.
• Demonstrate effective communication and collaboration with other health care professionals.
• Maintain a positive, compassionate, and professional attitude when engaging with patients and their families.
• Possess excellent interpersonal, written and oral communication, organizational, planning, follow-up, and time management skills.
• Possess strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, multi-provider practice environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience delivering care as a member of an interdisciplinary team and/or working with young adults.
• Working knowledge of Brief Intervention and Motivational Interviewing.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish strongly preferred.
• Ability to exercise resourcefulness and good judgment.
• Ability to manage multiple streams of work.

Responsibilities

• Complete a biopsychosocial assessment of patients under the supervision of an LCSW-S.
• Utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, supportive therapy, and/or other techniques as clinically indicated.
• Complete evaluations and treatment plans and provide individual, family, and group psychotherapy.
• Participate in screening, tracking, and reporting of patient outcomes and social work interventions.
• Document interactions with individuals served, families, and other service providers accurately and timely.
• Provide discipline-specific knowledge to interdisciplinary teams regarding mental health and cultural competency.
• Participate in value-based research initiatives and operational improvements in patient care.
• Provide care management by connecting patients to community mental health services and other resources.
• Maintain clear and professional documentation of patient progress.
• Work collaboratively with an integrated team to address young adults' social and emotional needs.

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Full benefits
• Extensive support network
• Collaborative working community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees