PRN Social Worker

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Under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.), Psychologist or
Psychiatrist, responsible for intergrating counseling services with overall patient care.
The Social Worker provides comprehensive biopsychosocial substance use and mental health assessments for youth and adults on a PRN part-time basis. Flexible schedule to be determined by applicant. Position compensation is based per completed assessment.
Virtual/remote working environment available.

Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Evaluates patients through interviews and psychosocial assessments in order to establish and develop treatment plans and treatment goals in conjunction with the licensed treatment team.
Administers approved counseling which involves social work assessments, counseling and/or treatment to patients, families or significant others.
Identifies and provides outreach in the form of information and referrals for community resources to patients and families such as shelter, transportation, future treatment plans and financial assistance.
Develops and provides stress management/wellness treatment plans for inpatient and outpatient populations.
May perform some Case Management duties.

Problem Solving
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job outlined above.
Care is appropriate to the population served.
Demonstrated human relations and effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, problem solve, and resolve conflicts for individuals, couples and groups.
Ability to identify and arrange community resources that provide individualized assistance for patients, which may involve post-treatment financial assistance, shelter and transportation.
Ability to make recommendations based upon experience regarding policy and delivery of service.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.
Demonstrate the knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development and the ability to assess data regarding the patient’s status and provide care as described in the department’s policies and procedures manual.

Minimum Qualifications
Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

One of the following
Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.
Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
 

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Preferences
Bilingual in Spanish preferred

Special Instructions Summary

 
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

* Do you have a current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system?Yes
No- willing to obtain within 30 days of hire
No
* Do you hold current licensure to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah?Yes
No
* Do you hold current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Utah?Yes
No
Applicant Documents
Required DocumentsResume
Optional DocumentsCover Letter
Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
Addendum to the University of Utah – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169 after submission

Open Date
08/09/2024

Requisition Number
PRN15111N

Job Title
PS Social Worker

Working Title
PRN Social Worker

Job Grade
UGR

FLSA Code
Professional

Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes

Type
Non Benefited Staff / Student

Temporary?
No

Standard Hours per Week
As Needed

Full Time or Part Time?
Part Time

Shift
Day

Work Schedule Summary

 
Is this a work study job?
No

VP Area
U of U Health – Academics

Department
00865 – Psychiatry – Adult Clinical

Location
Campus

City
Salt Lake City, UT

Type of Recruitment
External Posting

Pay Rate Range
$125-$150 per assessment

Close Date
 
 
 
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