Social Worker Senior/UKHC

Job Title
Social Worker Senior/UKHC


Requisition Number
RE48103


Working Title
Social Worker Senior


Department Name
H4007:Chief Medical Office


Work Location
Lexington, KY


Grade Level
11


Salary Range
$54,080-95,056/year


Type of Position
Staff


Position Time Status
Full-Time


Required Education

MSW



Click here for more information about equivalencies:
https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies


Required Related Experience

No experience required.



Required License/Registration/Certification

Certified Social Worker (CSW)



Physical Requirements

This position may include sitting at a computer work station for extended periods of time utilizing repetitive motions, may require standing for extended periods of time, and may require the ability to lift up to 25 pounds.



Shift

Day shift; Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.



Job Summary

The UK HealthCare Population Health Team seeks a Social Worker Senior to work as part of a multidisciplinary primary care team spanning inpatient and outpatient to help coordinate services for patients transitioning out of the hospital setting. The primary location for this position will be in the inpatient setting and will work collaboratively with the inpatient case management team. The Social Worker Senior will know about environmental and/or psychosocial aspects that influence patient outcomes. This individual will assess the need for further support related to social drivers of health and coordinate with UKHC programs (inpatient and outpatient) and community-based organizations for positive outcomes. This role will involve building relationships with patients through trust, motivational interviewing and empowering patients to take an active part in their health.



Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

Good communication, organizational, and problem solving skills; Experience with Windows PC, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Databases); Understanding of social drivers of health and their impact on patients.



Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?
No


Preferred Education/Experience

Two years of experience working in social work role.



Deadline to Apply
11/26/2024


Our University Community

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.


As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we strongly encourage veterans, individuals with disabilities, women, and all minorities to consider our employment opportunities.


Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.