Hear from Harleny Vaquez (LMSW) about beating imposter syndrome, building your confidence, and getting hired as a social worker! RSVP at bit.ly/DCC-Imposter0Syndrome.
For Field Instructors only. Registration links to be provided.
Paul Shattuck, PhD, MSSW, is a Senior Fellow at Mathematica. He is a nationally recognized expert in autism spectrum disorders, and he pioneered the understanding of autism in adulthood and the measurement of autism outcomes. His other research interests include improving community systems and services, understanding the long-range impact of social determinants of health and…
We invite you to join our team for the Alzheimer's Association Walk to End Alzheimer's®, the world’s largest event to raise awareness and funds for Alzheimer’s care, support, and research. Please register and walk with our social workers, colleagues, friends and family on November 12th!
PRESENTERS Pilar Magoulas, M.S., C.G.C. Associate Professor, Department of Molecular and Human Genetics, Baylor College of Medicine Laura Buckner, M.Ed., L.P.C. Program Manager, University of Texas, Texas Center for Disability Studies and MOM This webinar will provide a review of factors that influence parental experiences when receiving difficult news and how providers can improve parent…
Join us for "The ethics of self-care and sustainability: Addressing staff and leadership vicarious trauma" presented by Eboni Calbow, PhD, LCSW-S, and René Gaitan, LCSW-S. Click here or go to https://cvent.utexas.edu/EthicsOfSelfCare to register.
Join us on Friday (11/18) to hear from Bradley Bogdan, LCSW-S, a licensed clinical social worker with a wide depth of experience - from working with the homeless and those with substance disorders to now teaching at Texas A&M. RSVP - bit.ly/ClinicalSocialWork
5:30-6:00PM, UTOPIA THEATRE6:00-7:00PM, 1.214
Healthscape at Dell Medical School advances innovation that improves health in the landscape of people’s lives — where we live, work, eat, and play. The 2nd Annual Healthscape Symposium is a virtual event from Nov. 29 to Dec. 1 that will highlight policies, programming, research and business models that improve health in our homes, schools,…
Topic: LGBTQIA Communities: Looking Back, Dreaming Forward Speaker: Shane Whalley
For Field Instructors only. Registration links to be provided.
Join us and hear from Caitlin Sulley (LMSW) about the SHSSW's Institute on Domestic Violence & Sexual Assault, as well as about APP field placements. RSVP at bit.ly/Career_Exploration_IDVSA
Thompson Conference Center
Join us for "Play Therapy Skills and Methods for Beginners," led by Earley Barnes-Ullrich, MSSW, LCSW-S, RPT-S™. Click here or go to https://cvent.utexas.edu/PlayTherapyBeginner to register.
Orientation and overview of GRACE Program for MSSW final field students. Hosted in SSW Room 1.212.
Please join the Autism Consortium of Texas for our virtual January meeting! 1 Free CEU (SW, LMFT, LPC, General Contact) Topic: "Stem Cell Approaches to Understand Acquired and Genetic Epilepsies" About the Speaker: Jenny Hsieh, PhD is the Founding Chair of the Department of Neuroscience, Developmental and Regenerative Biology in the College of Sciences at…
Join Heather Jones, Intergenerational Program Manager at creative writing nonprofit Austin Bat Cave, to discuss ways to use journaling, restorative circles, storytelling, and letter-writing to build connections between generations. This workshop will also explore strategies for applying restorative practices to program development and community partnerships. Contact Joan Assef for any additional questions. Learning Objectives: Participants…
Beginning of Semester celebration. For more information, contact Dante Vargas.
Join us for "The art of clinical supervision: CS2301" presented by Tammy Linseisen, ACSW, LCSW-S. Register here.
Your cover letter is the way to get your foot in the door during application season, whether you’re applying to early Field placement or the job of your dreams. We want you to be prepared for the competitive Final Field process and give you all the resources and knowledge you need to achieve your goals.…
This event is intended for MSSW students in the early final field process or preparing to go into final field. The interview is your opportunity to make an impression on your final field recruiter and can be the most important determiner of where you end up. You should make the most of it! With Jennifer Luna’s…
Description: February 22-24, 2023Fee: CLICK HERE to view fees Together Again: Putting the Social Back In Social Work The Texas School Social Workers Conference has been developed to give school-based service providers a wide array of effective techniques and programs to enhance their work as they meet the challenges found in today’s school settings. Conference participants will…
Attention all students and alumni – the DiNitto Career Center is hosting a LinkedIn Workshop on Monday, February 27th at 5:30pm! Your LinkedIn profile is important. For many employers, it may be the first impression they get of you, and it is vital to make first impressions count. That’s why we’re offering this workshop so…
Join us on Thursday, 3/2, to hear from Integral Care about their impact-driven programs and services, as well as career opportunities. This panel will feature four program areas: crisis services, substance use services, residential services, and justice initiatives. There will truly be something for everyone, so mark your calendars!
NASW-TX is excited to announce that Social Work Advocacy Day (SWAD) 2023 will be returning in person on Friday, March 3, at the University of Texas at Austin and the Texas State Capitol, in Austin! The day will be jam-packed with advocate panels, discussions with legislative staff, a rally on the Capitol steps, and more.…
Join for an exploration of creative and technological tools to enhance connection with loved ones. This presentation will include stories and footage from Romero’s partnership in the Alzheimer’s journey with his mother, a dedicated Psychiatric Nurse and Musician. Participants can expect to gain activities, communication techniques, and knowledge on Dementia and End of Life care.
SWGT is a talent show open to all members of SHS. This is an opportunity for SHS members to build community through a night of food and performances.
Join us on Thursday, 3/23, to hear from Krystal Reddick-Pollard, LMSW, about self care practices in social work. Krystal is an educator, licensed social worker, and self-care coach. Through Total Life Care Coaching (TLC), she supports heart-centered professionals with prioritizing their well-being and making their self-care non-negotiable. Krystal believes that self-care is a way to…
Join Texas Licensure Expert Tammy Linseisen as she helps us navigate the testing process, timelines, and supervision requirements in the state of Texas. At this session, we will review the steps graduates need to follow in order to obtain their LCSW. We will also discuss strategies for determining the best fit for your clinical supervision…
Is the Services Cliff a Policy Cliff? Understanding the Impact of US Health Policy on the Health and Wellbeing of Adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities As many as 1 in 6 children in the US are diagnosed with an intellectual or developmental disability. Intellectual and developmental disabilities are typically lifelong diagnoses, and people who…
Join Texas Licensure Expert Tammy Linseisen as she helps us navigate the testing process, timelines, and supervision requirements in the state of Texas. At this session, we will review the steps graduates need to follow in order to obtain their LCSW. We will also discuss strategies for determining the best fit for your clinical supervision…
STEER is an informational/recruiting event for folks that have applied to the program and been accepted, some of whom are still deciding if they want to accept our offer. Contact Dante Vargas for more information.
Join us to hear Allan Cole, Ph.D. discuss challenges and opportunities presented to those living with Parkinson’s, with attention to with person centered care and health equity, and utilizes person writings and experiences. Learning Objectives: Participants will learn what distinguishes Parkinson’s disease as a chronic, progressive, and degenerative illness, and consider the particular challenges those…
Grand Rounds Lecture Series. Speaker will be Dean Allan Cole.
Join us for our Spring 2023 Virtual Clinical Career Fair! This will be an excellent opportunity for our BSW/MSSW soon-to -graduates and other experienced alumni, seeking employment, to learn about available clinical roles. We hope to see you there! RSVP here: bit.ly/Spring23CareerFair
Information regarding commencement will be posted on the Commencement page as updates become available.
EVENT IS AT CAPACITY. WAITLIST BEING ACCEPTED. This is an in-person event on the University of Texas at Austin campus. Workshop: A Multimodal-Phase Based Sandtray Therapy and Parts Work with Children Affected by Complex and Chronic Trauma presented by Ana M. Gomez, Mc, LPC This event is possible thanks to support from The Norma and…
Orientation for incoming Post-BSW students.
Workshop: A Multimodal-Phase Based Sandtray Therapy and Parts Work with Children Affected by Complex and Chronic Trauma presented by Ana M. Gomez, Mc, LPC. This is an in-person event on the University of Texas at Austin campus. Learn more and register!
Please join the Autism Consortium of Texas for our June webinar, "Impact of Improving Feeding on General Development for Children with ASD" with Dr. Kaitlyn Mosher on Friday, June 9, at 12pm on Zoom. Description: A significant number of children with ASD experience feeding difficulties which can impact their health and nutrition along with parent-child…
Meet virtually with DiNitto Career Center Director and expert career coach, Jennifer Luna, to learn more about building your professional brand. Your 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's what makes you…
This 40-hour series is accepted by the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners to meet training qualifications to supervise candidates for clinical licensure. The classroom sessions will be collaborative, experiential, and interactive with an emphasis on practical applications and skill-building. The course will cover these three major content areas: CEUs: 40.0 (12 ethics)/Contact Hours:…
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…
What if you could go to an interview and know exactly what the questions will be? We may not be able to know the questions ahead of time, but we can help you determine the answers. This is your opportunity to show a potential employer exactly why you're the right fit for the job. Jennifer…
Learn how to write a strategic letter of interest to accompany your resume. Join career coach, Jennifer Luna, MSSW and writing consultant, Taylor Smith for an informative how-to session. Register now at https://bit.ly/DCCLOIworkshop.
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…
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…
OFE and First Field Clinical Faculty orient MSSW students entering internships in the fall to practicum expectations over 2 days at SHSSW.
OFE and First Field Clinical Faculty orient MSSW students entering internships in the fall to practicum expectations over 2 days at SHSSW.
OFE and BSW Clinical Faculty orient BSW students entering internships to practicum expectations.
Are 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,…
Meet 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…