Social Worker Senior/UKHC

University of Kentucky, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Lexington, KENTUCKY
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Details
Posting Details


Job Title Social Worker Senior/UKHC
Requisition Number RE44578
Working Title Social Worker Senior/UKHC - Cancer Clinic Services
Department Name M3030:Cancer Clinic Services
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
Intermittent sitting at computer workstation for extended periods. Intermittent repetitive motion.
Shift
Monday through Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm
Job Summary
The Social Worker Senior will closely follow patients in the Markey Outpatient setting. Will perform psycho-social evaluations, distress screenings, assess the need for further financial, emotional and practical support. Make appropriate referrals to appropriate oncology community and nationwide resources. Help facilitate support groups and other patient-oriented programs.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
Organization, compassion, integrity, multi-tasking in fast pace environment.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No
Preferred Education/Experience
Master’s of Social Work plus three or more years related medical social work experience preferred. MSSW preferred.
Deadline to Apply 04/01/2024
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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