Details
Open Date 11/14/2024
Requisition Number PRN40331B
Job Title PS Social Worker
Working Title PS Social Worker
Job Grade UGR
FLSA Code Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code? Yes
Standard Hours per Week 40
Full Time or Part Time? Full Time
Shift Day
Work Schedule Summary
Monday to Friday 9AM to 5PM with some Evening Shifts
VP Area President
Department 00480 - Univ Neighborhood Partners
Location Other
City Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment External Posting
Pay Rate Range 65,000 - 70,000
Close Date 12/05/2024
Job Summary
The mission of University Neighborhood Partners ( UNP ) is to bring together university and west side people and resources in reciprocal learning, action, and benefit — a community coming together. UNP convenes faculty, students, west side residents, community organizations, and agencies to work together to address resident-identified community priorities. By addressing social determinants of health and systemic barriers to educational success, these collaborative partnerships foster increased access to higher education for west side residents, a university enriched by its involvement in the broader community, and an enhanced quality of life for all involved.
Under the supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) this position is responsible for integrating mental health and capacity building supports in efforts to increase overall community health, wellness and access to culturally responsive care for west side residents.
The Clinical Health Partnership Manager will develop, and support community-campus partnerships focused on culturally responsive health and wellness priorities. These partnerships address community identified priorities while simultaneously building the capacity of partners to find long-lasting, sustainable solutions that lead to equitable system change.
This position supports clinical licensure pathways for early career CSW’s through clinical supervision and direct clinical opportunities with health partners including Hartland Bridge Clinic, Hartland Free Mental Health Clinic and Population Health Center.
Primary work locations for this position are 1578 W 1700 S, Salt Lake City, UT 84014 and 168 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Responsibilities
Essential Functions
Identifies community priorities involving health and wellness in west side neighborhoods. Develops and implements culturally responsive interventions addressing community priorities. Develops and supports community-campus partnerships, including interdisciplinary partners at the University of Utah Population Health Center and Hartland Partnership Center. Evaluates individuals and families through interviews and psychosocial assessments to establish and develop treatment plans and goals with the licensed treatment team. Collaborates effectively with other community-based organizations and related agencies focused on community health and well-being. Identifies and provides support in the form of information and referrals for community resources to individuals and families such as shelter, transportation, future treatment plans and financial assistance. Develops and provides stress management/wellness treatment plans for outpatient populations. May perform some Case Management duties.
Problem Solving
Ability to perform the essential functions of the job outlined above. Support as appropriate to the population served. Demonstrated human relations and effective verbal and written communication skills. Bilingual/multilingual skills: English as well as other languages spoken in west side neighborhoods (Swahili, Spanish, Somali, Karen, Tongan, Samoan, etc.). Experience, engagement in west side neighborhoods. Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team, problem solve, and resolve conflicts for individuals, couples, families and groups. Ability to identify and navigate community resources that provide support for individuals and families. Ability to make recommendations based upon experience regarding policy and delivery of service.Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to effectively facilitate community conversations.
Minimum Qualifications
Required
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
One of the following
Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.
Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.
Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.
Disclaimer
This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.
Preferences
Bilingual/multilingual skills preferred
Type Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.
This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.
The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.
All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.
The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
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