Social Worker

Position Social Worker – Adult Ambulatory Psychiatry Location 601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, 14642 Compensation $63,003.00 - $80,600.00 annually Responsibilities The social worker provides psychosocial assessment, psychiatric diagnosis and behavioral health treatment for adult patients 18 years and older in the Adult Ambulatory Clinic. The social worker functions as primary therapist and is responsible for the overall coordination and implementation of the treatment plan for patients assigned to their caseload. The social worker participates on an interdisciplinary treatment team and develops liaisons with health and social agencies in the community, as well as with other health professionals within the hospital to support evaluation and treatment of the patient. The social worker also provides treatment, and crisis intervention as appropriate. The social worker may be responsible for leading therapeutic groups and conducting intake assessments. Essential Functions Performs screening, diagnostic formulation, evaluation, and psychosocial assessments of patients and their families. Provides social work and behavioral health treatment and education to patients and families in individual, family, and/or group therapy. Coordinates activities related to the comprehensive treatment and discharge planning for the patients assigned to their caseload. Functions collaboratively and consultatively as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team. Ensures the development and implementation of comprehensive and individualized treatment plans. Requests and coordinates psychiatric consultation when indicated. Secures authorization for treatment from patients’ insurers, as indicated. Collaborates with appropriate collateral contacts and provides linkages to community resources. Coordinates with other resources in the community and within SMH to ensure continuity of care for identified patients. Provides back‑up as requested and as able to other units/programs during the absence of certain co‑workers. Documents treatment in the patient’s electronic medical record in compliance with Division, Department, and Hospital policy. Attends Social Work Division, Social Work in Psychiatry, and Program staff meetings. Participates in activities of the Social Work and Psychiatry Divisions, ensuring policies and procedures are implemented regarding professional practice, discharge planning, and patient care, and completing time reporting and other Hospital or Division forms; attends mandatory in‑service training programs and UHS reviews. Participates in routine committee processes of the Social Work Division, facilitating Division and Hospital quality assurance and staff development activities. Subscribes to the departmental goal of creating a culturally competent environment by treating patients, families, trainees, and co‑workers in a sensitive manner with appropriate attention to cultural differences. Participates in available cultural competency events and training appropriate to job duties. Other duties as assigned. Minimum Education & Experience Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work required (or equivalent combination of education and experience). Licenses & Certifications LMSW – Licensed Medical Social Worker – State licensure within 1½ years required. If duties are performed under OMH, a minimum limited permit not to exceed one year or NYS licensure upon hire is required. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. This commitment extends to non‑discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and applicable law. The University does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr