Job TitleSocial Worker Senior/UKHCRequisition NumberRE51059Working TitleSocial Worker SrDepartment NameH5000: CHANDLER - RETAIL PHARMACYWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level11Salary Range$54,080-95,056/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired Education
MSW
Click here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience
No experience required.
Required License/Registration/Certification
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
Physical Requirements
N/A
Shift
Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 5:00pm (varies).
Job Summary
This position will be working with Hepatitis Screening and Linkage to Care Project as well as support other departmental screening and linkage to care initiatives as needed. This position is grant-funded by the Center for Disease Analysis (CDA) Foundation’s RELINK grant intended to engage diagnosed but untreated individuals in care. This position will be responsible for providing patient education regarding HCV diagnosis, linking patients to care, follow-up, participating in program meetings, working closely with community partners, and collecting testing and quality data. The ideal candidate will have Certified Social Worker (CSW) licensure, medical based social work experience, critical thinking, organization, and exceptional communication skills (written & verbal). Candidate should be able to provide emotional support, resource information, crisis intervention, and problem-solving skills to patients and families.
Skills / Knowledge / Abilities
The ideal candidate will possess hospital based social work experience and have Certified Social Worker (CSW) licensure; strong understanding of NASW guidelines, related to patient relationships and care; have direct patient care experience; have exceptional communication skills (written & verbal); enjoy working independently as well as closely with their co-workers in a supportive team environment; outstanding computer skills (to include Microsoft Office); above average customer service skills; and active listening skills. Additionally, candidate should be able to provide appropriate crisis intervention, emotional support, resource information, legal reporting, arrange case conferences, and facilitate bio-ethical consultations.
Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/Experience
A minimum of 3 years’ experience providing social services in a medical setting preferred; minimum of 1 year of experience in an acute medical setting highly preferred.
Deadline to Apply08/05/2025Our University Community
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