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Summer 2023 Clinical Social Work Showcase and Virtual Job Fair
Online WorkshopAre you looking for an LMSW or LCSW position? Thinking about future internship opportunities? Seeking a Clinical Supervisor for your LCSW? The Clinical Showcase is your opportunity to explore, network, and take the next step in your clinical social work journey. Whether you're a seasoned professional, a recent graduate, or simply curious about the field,…
Building Your Unique Social Work Brand
Online WorkshopMeet with DiNitto Career Center Director and expert career coach, Jennifer Luna, to learn more about building your professional brand. A professional brand is a strategic career tool that is a culmination of the jobs you have worked in, places you have volunteered, and organizations you've been a part of. It includes your values, your…
SP24 Final Field Process Kick Off
This meeting will outline the fall placement process for spring final field and includes information about internship positions available, student advising, resume workshops, the field agency fair with agency representatives, online internship selection and interview schedules. Attendance at this meeting is mandatory unless students are already placed in an early selection, domestic long distance, international,…
DCC Career Exploration Series - Social Work & Sports
Online WorkshopJoin us for a panel discussion led by Suzanne Potts, LMSW, MPH on what it means to work in sport social work (clinical and macro focused), the impact social work has on sports, and identifying jobs in this space. Register here at https://bit.ly/sportssocialwork. Ashley Harmon, Licensed Clinical Social Worker Supervisor and Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor,…
CPDC Committee Meeting
The Community Partnership Development Committee is a group comprised of UT SHSSW Faculty and Staff, community partners from Central Texas agencies and UT SHSSW Students. CPDC’s charge is to: • Identify, screen, recruit and prepare community partners to develop and offer educationally sound field placements. • Advise, respond and coordinate with the Field Education Committee…
SWAN Themed Talks Series
The Social Work Alumni Network (SWAN) excitedly invites you to join our Themed Talks Series. All BSW and MSSW Alumni from the UT Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work are welcome to join our monthly Themed Talks Series, held virtually every second Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. The purpose of these informal discussions are to…
DCC Career Exploration Series - Social Work: Myths, Movement, and Magic
ZoomJoin us in a conversation with Nicki Sanders, MSW, on challenging outdated, narrow views of social work, and empowering social workers through unique strategies and resources to help them achieve a more aligned and fulfilling social work career. Register here at https://bit.ly/SocialWorkMMM. Nicki Sanders, MSW, is an Entrepreneur, Educator, Leadership Consultant, and Social Work Career…
Letter of Interest Writing for Final Practicum
Online WorkshopJoin career coach, Jennifer Luna, MSSW, for an informative how-to session on writing a winning letter of interest for the final practicum application process. Register at https://bit.ly/FinalPracticumLOI.
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
Final Practicum Group Resume Review
ZoomMSSW Students - Need resume guidance for final practicum application process? Join us for group resume review sessions taking place Friday, 9/22, Monday 9/25 and Friday 9/29. To sign up for the Group Resume Review Workshops log into your STEER profile and on the left side menu click on "Events". Then click on "Workshops". You…
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Practical Harm Reduction Strategies for People Who Use Drugs: Interprofessional Care to Advance Health Equity and Reduce Harm
Grand Rounds Presented By: Snehal Patel, MD The University of Texas at Austin Health Social Work departments at Dell Medical School and Steve Hicks School of Social Work
Final Practicum Group Resume Review
ZoomMSSW Students – Need resume guidance for final practicum application process? Join us for group resume review sessions taking place Friday, 9/22, Monday 9/25 and Friday 9/29. To sign up for the Group Resume Review Workshops log into your STEER profile and on the left side menu click on “Events”. Then click on “Workshops”. You…
Final Practicum Group Resume Review
MSSW Students – Need resume guidance for final practicum application process? Join us for group resume review sessions taking place Friday, 9/22, Monday 9/25 and Friday 9/29. To sign up for the Group Resume Review Workshops log into your STEER profile and on the left side menu click on “Events”. Then click on “Workshops”. You…
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
Final Practicum Group Resume Review
ZoomMSSW Students – Need resume guidance for final practicum application process? Join us for group resume review sessions taking place Friday, 9/22, Monday 9/25 and Friday 9/29. To sign up for the Group Resume Review Workshops log into your STEER profile and on the left side menu click on “Events”. Then click on “Workshops”. You…
Zoom Internship Fair
10 am – 12 pm: BSW and Clinical placements 2 pm – 4 pm: APP placements Agency representatives and students come together for a virtual fair to discuss the amazing internship opportunities available. Each registered agency will be assigned a Zoom Breakout Room where students will be able to filter in and out just like…
DCC Career Exploration Series - Social Work in Geriatric Populations
Online WorkshopJoin us in conversation with Sara Tucker, LCSW, TxCG, in an exploration of the field of geriatric social work. This discussion will cover how this area is addressing challenges that older adults face such as supporting older adults and their families in the face of a complicated medical environment. Register here at https://bit.ly/3OXV2DF. After working…
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
Negotiating Stipends in Practicum Settings
ZoomJoin Assistant Deans Mary Beer & Tanya Voss for an informational session on negotiating stipends during the final practicum interview process. Learn about various modes of compensation in final practicum placement, how to highlight your strengths, as well as tips to help you navigate conversations around stipends and federal work study eligibility during your practicum…
CPDC Committee Meeting
The Community Partnership Development Committee is a group comprised of UT SHSSW Faculty and Staff, community partners from Central Texas agencies and UT SHSSW Students. CPDC’s charge is to: • Identify, screen, recruit and prepare community partners to develop and offer educationally sound field placements. • Advise, respond and coordinate with the Field Education Committee…
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
SWAN Themed Talks Series
The Social Work Alumni Network (SWAN) excitedly invites you to join our Themed Talks Series. All BSW and MSSW Alumni from the UT Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work are welcome to join our monthly Themed Talks Series, held virtually every second Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. The purpose of these informal discussions are to…
Speed Interviewing for Final Practicum
Speed interviews are a great opportunity to practice interviewing for final practicum with local clinical supervisors and social worker employees! Gain real-world practice at sharpening your interview skills and get valuable feedback! Don’t forget to dress professionally even if it’s an online event! Register here on Eventbrite!
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Autism Consortium of Texas October 2023 Webinar
Topic: Delivering quality care to Latine families of children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD): A look at how Latine parents evaluate care quality and express care (dis)satisfaction. Presenter: Monica Gordillo, Ph.D., Psychology Postdoctoral Fellow at Nemours Children’s Hospital, Delaware Join us for the Autism Consortium of Texas October Webinar! At the end of this…
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
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Play Therapy with the Brain and Body in Mind: A Polyvagal Approach
This workshop will dive into Polyvagal theory and how it can be used in play therapy with all ages of clients. Play therapy techniques of movement, mindfulness, music, expressive arts, and sandtray will be taught via lecture and experiential activities. Participants will get hands on experience so they can easily use these skills right away…
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This Couch Has Bed Bugs: On the Psychoanalysis of Homelessness and the Homelessness of Psychoanalysis
School of Social Work, Utopia Theatre 1925 San Jacinto Blvd., Austin, TX, United StatesJoin us for the 2023 Sue Fairbanks LectureIn an era of managed care, how can psychoanalytic principles be woven into a community mental health system? By exploring hateful countertransference reactions - both his own and those of members of the community in which he practices - Brian Ngo-Smith will examine professional tensions that arise in…
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
SWAN Themed Talks Series
The Social Work Alumni Network (SWAN) excitedly invites you to join our Themed Talks Series. All BSW and MSSW Alumni from the UT Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work are welcome to join our monthly Themed Talks Series, held virtually every second Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. The purpose of these informal discussions are to…
CPDC Committee Meeting
The Community Partnership Development Committee is a group comprised of UT SHSSW Faculty and Staff, community partners from Central Texas agencies and UT SHSSW Students. CPDC’s charge is to: • Identify, screen, recruit and prepare community partners to develop and offer educationally sound field placements. • Advise, respond and coordinate with the Field Education Committee…
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
DCC Career Exploration Series: Social work in Criminal Justice
Join Sydney Zuiker, SHSSW BSW alumnus, as she shares her journey as the Director of the Safe Community Institute at Crime Stoppers of Houston and as a member of the Texas Board of Criminal Justice, the governing body overseeing the Texas Department of Criminal Justice. Her talk will highlight the crucial impact of social workers…
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
Field Office Hours
Weekly Office Hours with Mary Beer.
DCC Career Exploration Series: Nature Based Practice in Social Work
Online WorkshopJoin Starla Simmons, LCSW-S and Erin Cantrell-Martinez as they discuss their eco-therapy backgrounds and share ways to bring more nature awareness into social work. RSVP here! Starla Simmons, LCSW-S is a Clinical Assistant Professor and Director of the Earl Maxwell Scholar Program at the UT Steve Hicks School of Social Work. She is strongly rooted…
SWAN Themed Talks Series
The Social Work Alumni Network (SWAN) excitedly invites you to join our Themed Talks Series. All BSW and MSSW Alumni from the UT Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work are welcome to join our monthly Themed Talks Series, held virtually every second Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. The purpose of these informal discussions are to…
SWAN Themed Talks Series
The Social Work Alumni Network (SWAN) excitedly invites you to join our Themed Talks Series. All BSW and MSSW Alumni from the UT Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work are welcome to join our monthly Themed Talks Series, held virtually every second Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. The purpose of these informal discussions are to…
MSSW Information Meeting
Visit the MSSW page for full registration details.
Storytelling Together for Social Change
Join the Addiction Research Institute in hosting a group of pioneers who have made waves creating social change at our first “Storytelling Together for Social Change” on February 1st, 2024. The ARI welcomes Dr. Scott Walters, Dr. Sherri Greenberg, Dr. Lisa Hardy and a panel of academics and community members. Contact: Kate McGuire. Download event…
Workplace Mental Health and Wellbeing: Trends to Move Upstream in Workplace Policy and Practice
The Department of Health Social Work at the University of Texas Dell Medical School presents Social Work Grand Rounds with Jodi Frey, Ph.D., LCSW-C, CAEP LOCATION: Hybrid: Health Discovery Building Auditorium (HDB 1.208) & Zoom ADDRESS: 1601 Trinity St., Bldg. B, Austin, Texas 78712 DATE: Monday, February 5, 2024 TIME: 12–1 p.m. CST
Weaving Your Web of Support - Reciprocal Networking
Online Workshop"I hate networking" is a statement often made by students and professionals alike. In this workshop facilitated by Erin Cantrell-Martinez, Interim Director of the DiNitto Career Center, we will discover ways to reimagine what it means to network and how to create positive networking experiences that feel supportive and generative. One of the meanings of…
MSSW Information Meeting
Visit the MSSW page for full registration details.
Addiction Research Institute Open House/Informational Session for Undergraduate Students
Are you an undergrad or know of an undergrad who is looking to dive into the world of addiction research? The ARI is holding an open house/informational session for undergraduate students wanting to pursue research within our programs. The informational session will occur on Feb. 7th from 4:00 - 5:30 pm virtually. Learn more about…
Intro to Resume Writing
Online via zoomDuring this workshop, students will receive an overview of how to structure and write their resume. There will be some group activities and discussion. Register via Eventbrite here.
SWAN Themed Talks Series
The Social Work Alumni Network (SWAN) excitedly invites you to join our Themed Talks Series. All BSW and MSSW Alumni from the UT Austin Steve Hicks School of Social Work are welcome to join our monthly Themed Talks Series, held virtually every second Wednesday from 6-7:30 p.m. The purpose of these informal discussions are to…
Quirky Buds: Social Work and Entrepreneurship
Online WorkshopJoin us in conversation with Caroline Turner, SHSSW MSSW program alumna as we dive into creative ways social workers can explore entrepreneurship. Alongside her full-time role in traditional social work, Caroline's commitment to building connections shines through in her creation of Quirky Buds in 2022, an online platform fostering community among the neurodiverse in New…
MSSW Information Meeting
Visit the MSSW page for full registration details.
Resume Clinic: Group Workshop
Online via zoomDuring this workshop, students will get to revise their resume through guided activities and peer review. Please bring your most recent resume with you - it does not have to be finished or polished. Register via Eventbrite here.
LinkedIn Exploration: Your Passport to Professional Networking
Join us for an interactive LinkedIn workshop designed to elevate your professional profile! Whether you're a seasoned pro or just starting out, this session will provide valuable insights on optimizing your LinkedIn presence, crafting compelling content, and leveraging networking opportunities. Get ready to refine your personal brand and make meaningful connections. Register via Eventbrite here.
Cover Letter Workshop
Online via zoomJoin us for an engaging Cover Letter Workshop designed to enhance your applications. Whether you are looking to refresh your approach or just starting your career journey, this workshop will give you an overview of all things coverletter. The session will include information on what is a cover letter, what to include in it and…
Doctoral Program Campus Visit Weekend
All admitted applicants to the Doctoral Program in Social Work are invited to the Steve Hicks School to get to know the Program, students, and faculty. For questions, please contact Dr. Yessenia Castro.