Social Worker

Oregon Health & Science University • Portland, OR

9d • Onsite

About The Position

The Clinical Social Worker is a key member of the Division of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry multidisciplinary mental health team, which includes psychiatrists, psychologists, and other clinical professionals and learners. The department seeks to build PCIT and Play therapy services for young children and their families, as well as create opportunities for learners in a range of disciplines. The successful applicant will have certification by PCIT International and have actively practiced PCIT for at least 3 years. The new clinic has an intention-built PCIT room with coaching equipment and PCIT-appropriate toys and supplies, and the department is committed to PCIT services as part of its wish to grow early childhood and school-age services. The provider will have access to the State of Oregon PCIT Consortium, PCIT continuing education and consultation, and annual state conference access. In addition to these specific therapy roles, the social worker will spend 3-4 half days a week supporting the psychosocial needs of children and families in the general child psychiatry clinic in partnership with child psychiatrists and learners (residents, medical students, and child psychiatry fellows). By practicing trauma-informed care principles, the Clinical Social Worker prioritizes safety, trustworthiness, empowerment, and collaboration in all aspects of service delivery. This position requires strong clinical judgment, cultural humility, and the ability to navigate complex systems of care with sensitivity and compassion.

Requirements

• Master’s Social Work (MSW).
• Certificate of Clinical Social Work Associate (CSWA) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) required for employees who practice clinical social work (effective January 1, 2011).
• 5+ years of professional experience diagnosing, treating, and advocating for children and families with mental illness in medical or community mental health settings.
• Certified by PCIT International with 3+ years experience delivering PCIT services.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of community-based resources.
• Organizational skills to assure timely follow-up.
• Positive collaboration and team-building skills.
• Understanding of diverse cultural, geographic, economic, and social issues that impact our community and ability to work effectively with diverse patients.

Nice To Haves

• Healthcare experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide PCIT and Play therapy services for young children and their families.
• Support the psychosocial needs of children and families in the general child psychiatry clinic in partnership with child psychiatrists and learners.
• Practice trauma-informed care principles, prioritizing safety, trustworthiness, empowerment, and collaboration.
• Utilize strong clinical judgment, cultural humility, and the ability to navigate complex systems of care with sensitivity and compassion.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level