University of Utah Health

University of Utah Health

Licensed Clinical Social Worker - BHI Community Clinics

SALT LAKE CITY, UT, US

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 21 hours ago
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About the role

  • The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience.
  • Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.
  • Essential Functions Works in close collaboration with all members of the treatment team including medical doctors, to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors contributing to the patient's well being.

Responsibilities

  • Identifies appropriate outside resources, such as community agencies, to assist patients with resuming life in their own community and how to live with the patient's limitations.

Requirements

  • Experience with conflict resolution when counseling individuals, couples and groups.
  • Licenses Required Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.
  • Experience working with community resources, instructing and supervising Social Workers, Interns and other caseworkers.
  • Working Conditions and Physical Demands Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation.
  • Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Ability to communicate verbally as well as in writing.
  • Ability to work independently and provide individual, group and couples counseling.
  • Ability to oversee the activities of Social Workers, Interns and other caseworkers in their area.
  • Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.
  • Ability to assist patients and their families with post-treatment adjustments including but not limited to working closely with local, state and federal agencies to ensure the patient receives the appropriate assistance.

Benefits

  • Overview As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education.
  • University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission.
  • EO/AA This position involves the practice of mental health therapy and the application of generally recognized psychotherapeutic and social work principles and practices obtained through education and training.
  • Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system.
  • Qualifications (Preferred) Note Behavioral Health Integration (BHI) team, specifically in the specialty clinics area in women's health Preferred Women's behavioral health experience.
  • Two years directly related experience, specifically in behavioral health integration.

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