Clinical Mentors

PSLP Clinical Mentors are experienced social workers who are committed to supporting emerging social worker students and early career practitioners in pursuing and maintaining a career in public service social work. PSLP Clinical Mentors must have an MSW and at least five years of public service social work* experience focusing on the utilization of clinical practices and skills AND must complete the PSLP Leadership and Supervision training program. PSLP Clinical mentors will provide group supervision and consultative support to PSLP students completing their practicum experiences in one of the five critical service domains.

Who They Are

The PSLP Clinical Mentor

PSLP Clinical Mentors provide weekly, case consultation, support, and skill-based growth opportunities to a minimum of five students throughout the academic year. This includes a combination of group and individualized support to enhance the practicum learning experience through a clinical lens regardless of where they are placed. The Clinical Mentor will also be responsible for meeting with practicum site supervisors and task managers to support individualized plans and track each student’s growth.

Clinical mentor working with a social work student
Clinician in a one-on-one session
Eligibility

Eligibility Criteria

This role is for experienced social workers who are ready to mentor the next generation of public service social workers. PSLP Clinical Mentors must have:

  • An MSW from a CSWE accredited institution; and
  • At least five years of post-graduation, public service social work* experience in one of the five critical service domains.

An active, current clinical license (LCSW or LCSWA) is preferred but not required.

*Public service social work is defined as services provided to 40% or more Medicaid-eligible or uninsured populations.

Training Requirements

PSLP Clinical Mentors will complete the PSLP Leadership and Supervision training program and engage in ongoing continuing education designed to support MSW students and early career practitioners.

In person · 3 days

PSLP Leadership and Supervision Training Program

PSLP Clinical Mentors will attend a three-day, in-person orientation to ensure they understand their roles and responsibilities and the expectations of the participants. Potential agenda topics include:

  • Program and role specific expectations
  • Goal setting
  • Group supervision model
  • Evidence-based practices
  • Motivational interviewing
  • Relational leadership
  • Professional learning communities
  • Communities of practice model
In-person leadership and supervision training session
Group meeting around a conference table with a presentation on screen
Virtual · Monthly

Monthly Webinars

PSLP Clinical Mentors will participate in monthly virtual webinars to receive ongoing logistical support and space to process the work with other Clinical Mentors. These sessions are designed to provide continued guidance and support to provide effective support for students.

Clinical Mentorship Expectations

Throughout their service, PSLP Clinical Mentors are expected to:

  • Practice in accordance with the social work profession’s values and code of ethics
  • Establish and maintain appropriate professional boundaries while fostering a supportive and respectful mentoring relationship with students.
  • Participate in the ongoing training and in person summit (credits available)
  • Maintain documentation on the progress and needs of each student receiving supervision
  • If licensed, maintain a current, active license in good standing, without any disciplinary actions as well as active liability insurance

Become a Clinical Mentor

If you are a licensed clinician interested in supervising and supporting the next generation of public service social workers, we would love to hear from you.

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