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Clinical Social Worker Behavioral Health

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AdventHealth Central Texas 2403 W Stan Schlueter Loop, Killeen, TX 76549
Job typeOther PostedSep 25, 2026 Apply byOct 25, 2026

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About this position

Job Description

Our promise to you:

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Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

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All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

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    Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

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    Paid Time Off from Day One

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    403-B Retirement Plan

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    4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

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    Career Development

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    Whole Person Well-being Resources

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    Mental Health Resources and Support

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    Pet Benefits

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Schedule:

Full time\n

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Shift:

Day (United States of America)\n

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Address:

2407 S Clear Creek Rd\n

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City:

Killeen\n

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State:

Texas\n

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Postal Code:

76549\n

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Job Description:

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  • Conducts comprehensive assessments to include risk assessment and establishes therapy treatment objectives.
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  • Administers individual, family, and group therapy sessions.
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  • Evaluates patient data; develops and implements treatment plans.
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  • Documents therapy observations and maintains records, adhering to confidentiality protocols.
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  • Evaluates patient progress and therapy intervention effectiveness.
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  • Provides referrals for patients within the agency and community.
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  • Works directly with patients, family members, physicians, and community providers to ensure collaborative and continuous care.
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  • Identifies and intervenes for suspected abuse, including sensitivity to age-specific concerns.
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  • Demonstrates working knowledge of the involuntary commitment process.
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  • Participates in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings, providing clinical input.
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  • Formulates discharge plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary treatment team, the patient, and the family, ensuring outpatient appointments are scheduled upon inpatient discharge.
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  • Performs other duties as assigned.
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Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

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  • Demonstrate specialized knowledge and skills for effective clinical interventions with individuals, families, couples and groups. (Required)
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  • Knowledgeable in developing appropriate discharge plans that provide continuity of care based on the individual patient’s needs in collaboration with multidisciplinary team. (Required)
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  • Knowledgeable about community services and the ability to make appropriate referrals as needed. (Required)
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  • Knowledgeable about adequate safeguards for the private nature of the treatment relationship. (Required)
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  • Ability to provide culturally competent service delivery in accordance with the NASW Standards for Cultural competencies in Social Work Practice. (Required)
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  • Requires knowledge of the principles, laws, and practices of social work in a psychiatric hospital setting. (Required)
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  • Advanced clinical practice skills. (Preferred)
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Education:

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  • Master's (Required)
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Field of Study:

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  • in social work, counseling, psychology or a related field
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Work Experience:

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  • 2+ years of experience as a clinical social worker in a psychiatric hospital setting (Preferred)
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  • Experience should include individual, group, and family therapy and discharge planning in an acute care psychiatric setting (Preferred)
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  • Post graduate experience in a psychiatric hospital setting (Preferred)
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Licenses and Certifications:

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  • Clinical Social Worker License (LCSW) (Required) OR Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) (Required)
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  • Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) (Required)
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Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
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Pay Range:

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$27.18 - $50.55\n

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This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Location and commute

2403 W Stan Schlueter Loop, Killeen, TX 76549.

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How to apply

Review the vacancy and complete the application on the employer or recruitment partner’s website. Requisition ID: WJ-3092862881.