University of Virginia·Albemarle County, Virginia
The Clinical Social Worker provides evidence-based psychotherapy and clinical interventions to patients within the Population Health Department. They collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans, manage complex care needs, and address social drivers of health to improve patient outcomes.
The Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist is responsible for conducting sessions with patients to complete thorough assessments and evaluations, diagnosis and develop treatment plans, and provide therapy services, which may include brief intervention, supportive counseling, crisis intervention, or long-term psychotherapy.
The Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist may provide therapy services to inpatients and/or outpatients on an individual, couples, family, or group basis, and may serve populations with a variety of complex clinical needs.
The Behavioral Health Clinical Therapist collaborates and consults with interdisciplinary treatment teams as appropriate.
This Clinical Social Worker position will support programs within the UVA Health – Population Health Department.
Our programs address the increased prevalence of chronic disease management, patient access to primary and specialty care, and care delivery beyond hospital walls.
Population Health programs aim to lower healthcare costs for patients and systems by preventing readmissions and non-emergent ED visits, decreasing patient length of stay, and ensuring continuity of care once patients are discharged from an inpatient stay in our Medical Center or Emergency Department, Ambulatory Clinic, Children’s Hospital, or by direct provider referral.
The Population Health Department’s Behavioral Health Team is seeking a dedicated, compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker to join the team. This full-time, hybrid role will primarily focus on providing psychotherapy services to program patients, including the Medicine HOME Program - a complex care program whose purpose is to improve consistency and quality of care through individualized care plans, clinical coordination, and mitigation of social drivers of health (SDOH) risks for frequently hospitalized patients. These patients have complex medical, behavioral, and social needs that require intense interdisciplinary collaboration across care teams.
This Licensed Clinical Social Worker role will require credentialing in order to bill for services on a templated schedule, Monday – Friday.
20 hours per week.
Hybrid position.
Provides evidence-based, person-centered clinical therapeutic interventions around a broad range of behavioral health conditions.
Completes bio-psychosocial assessments, diagnosis, and development of culturally competent individualized treatment plans for patients in both individual and group settings.
Participates in treatment planning, care coordination, and advocates for patient preferences within the interdisciplinary team, when appropriate.
Collaborate with patients (and care partners, when appropriate) to create, follow and maintain progress on treatment plans.
Documents patient care in accordance with UVA University Medical Center policies and regulatory requirements.
Facilitates staff development, in-service training, and educational opportunities to support professional growth and evidence-based practice.
Provides clinical supervision, and trains new staff, students, and interns as assigned.
Assists with treatment program development and engages in research activities.
Participates in education and training for medical students, residents, and fellows through teachings/didactics, consultation, and clinical MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS Education: Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited social work program required Experience: 3 years’ experience post master’s required.
Licensed to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Commonwealth of Virginia (LCSW) or applicants with an active license from another state must obtain Virginia LCSW within 18 months of hire date. PHYSICAL DEMANDS Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, standing/traveling or use of assistive and climbing (stairs, steps). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail, hear, speak, see, distinguish colors, read, ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease. The pay range for this role is $30.74 - $47.26 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts Certification and education support Generous Paid Time Off UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond. The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited program and possess at least 3 years of post-master's experience. A valid Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license in Virginia is required, or the ability to obtain it within 18 months of hire.
Market context
In Virginia, part-time clinical social worker roles in post-acute behavioral health are often shaped by ongoing demand for licensed clinicians who can support population health and care transitions. These positions are competitive because they require a CSWE-accredited MSW, at least 3 years of post-master’s experience, and a Virginia LCSW license or the ability to obtain one. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm licensure timing and post-acute experience before applying.