Posting Details
Posting Details
Job Title | Social Worker Senior/EmPATH/On-Call |
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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 | 05/19/2024 |
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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