Social Worker Senior/EmPATH/On-Call
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Posting Details
Job Title Social Worker Senior/EmPATH/On-Call
Requisition Number DU11993
Department Name M8000:AMB-UK EMPATH
Work Location Lexington, KY
Salary Range $26.00 - 45.70/hour
Type of Position Staff
Position Time Status On Call
Required Education
MSW
Required Related Experience
No experience required
Required License/Registration/Certification
Certified Social Work ( CSW )
Physical Requirements
Standing and walking for long periods of time; occasionally transporting objects up to 25 lbs; occasional exposure to combative/violet people.
Shift
Varies; on-call
Job Summary
The UK HealthCare EmPATH (Emergency Psychiatric Assessment Treatment and Healing) program seeks a social worker senior to work with patients in behavioral health crisis, including mental health and substance use disorders.
The EmPATH program focuses on providing supportive, trauma-resilient care to adults in acute behavioral health crisis through a holistic approach which includes individual and group psychoeducation, peer support services, case management and the medical treatment of substance use and mental health disorders.
This individual will be part of a multidisciplinary team of providers to provide comprehensive mental health care and support for patients in an observation setting. A Senior Social Worker provides behavioral health social services to patients and their families in cases where specific problems related to environmental and/or psychological aspects influence the effective utilization of inpatient or outpatient treatment.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Good communication skills, organized, and excellent problem solving skills.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
One year social work experience in a medical setting preferred.
Deadline to Apply 04/22/2024
University Community of Inclusion
The University of Kentucky is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring all our students, faculty, and staff work in an environment of openness and acceptance. We strive to foster a community where people of all backgrounds, identities, and perspectives can feel secure and welcome. We also value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place 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.
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