Social Worker Principal/UKHC

Posting Details Job Title: Social Worker Principal/UKHC Requisition Number: RE55550 Working Title: NICU Social Worker Department Name: H4019: Continuum of Care Work Location: Lexington, KY Grade Level: 12 Salary Range: $67,516-111,634/year Type of Position: Staff Position Time Status: Full-Time Required Education: MSW Click here for more information about equivalencies: Required Related Experience: 3 yrs Required License/Registration/Certification: Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW ) Physical Requirements: Requires lifting, pushing or pulling objects up to 50 lbs and sitting and standing for long periods of time. Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm; may include some evening and/or weekend work per departmental need. Job Summary The NICU is hiring a Principle Social Worker to develop a closer partnership with Behavioral Medicine and Clinical Psychology in caring for the infants and their families in the NICU . The Principle Social Worker would be available to assist NICU staff in their interactions with families of infants on the NICU as well as directly work with parents as they manage the stress and uncertainty of their infant’s medical status and care. Skills / Knowledge / Abilities The ideal candidate will possess hospital based social work experience and have Licensed Clinical Social Worker ( LCSW ) 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? No Preferred 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 Apply 08/31/2026 Our University Community We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen. #J-18808-Ljbffr UK HealthCare