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Licensed Certified Social Worker - Family Medicine Clini

University of Arkansas • Holiday, FL, United States • $200k - $250k / year • 1m ago

Licensed Certified Social Worker - Family Medicine Clinic

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Remote Type: Remote work is not available

Locations: Little Rock

Time Type: Full time

Posted On: Posted 5 Days Ago

Time Left to Apply: End Date: October 4, 2024 (8 days left to apply)

Job Requisition ID: R0061029

Institution Name: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity.

Department: ICE | IMSL Behavioral Health

Summary of Job Duties:

The Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC) serves as a behavioral health provider within the Patient Centered Medical Homes in the UAMS Primary Care Clinics. This position is responsible for providing direct patient/family care, engaging in program development, and interdisciplinary team development, along with additional departmental duties.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work, Psychology, or related field required from a CSWE program
Licensed by the state of Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board as an LCSW or LMSW

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience in a health care setting
A minimum of 2 years of clinical experience or 1 year as an Intern at UAMS

Responsibilities:

Provides psychosocial assistance to patients and families in various areas, including financial challenges and local housing.
Intervenes in crisis situations to assist clients and conducts assessments to determine needs.
Assists patients and families with education, coping strategies, and adjustment to disease.
Investigates child abuse or neglect cases and takes authorized protective action when necessary.
Refers clients to community or social service programs.
Organizes patient support groups and serves as an advocate for patients within the community.
Completes other duties as assigned.

Salary Information: Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply: License or Certificate, List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), Resume

Special Instructions to Applicants:

For any recruiting related questions, please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu.