Social Worker Principal/ED/UKHC

Job Title
Social Worker Principal/ED/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE48574


Working Title
Social Worker – Behavioral Health Unit


Department Name
MG345: Psychiatry


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
12


Salary Range
$62,400-111,634/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

MSW



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https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

3 yrs



Required License/Registration/Certification

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) at time of hire



Physical Requirements

This position requires occasionally sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Also involves some exposure to blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.



Shift

Must be able to work three 12.5-hour shifts per week (7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.) Will also be required to work some weekends and holidays.



Job Summary

This position will perform clinical assessments and interventions for patients presenting to the Emergency Department with behavioral health concerns. Will perform assessments for admission to behavioral health and engage in discharge planning and referrals for necessary aftercare services or will refer to the most appropriate next level of care. 



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

The ideal candidate will possess experience with behavioral health assessments and care coordination.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Master’s Degree in Social Work/Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and 3+ years of behavioral health experience preferred.



Deadline to Apply
12/26/2024


Our University Community

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