Social Worker - UW Medicine Primary Care at South Lake Union

Medical Centers Only - 2 Days Remote per Week Seattle, WA Full time

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Job Description UW Medicine Primary Care at South Lake Union has an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Social Worker.

WORK SCHEDULE

40 hours per week Work from home - 2 days per week Monday-Friday Day Shift

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION

Located on the corner of Dexter Avenue N. and Republican Street, UW Medicine Primary Care at South Lake Union offers primary care appointments six days a week. The clinic offers a full spectrum of primary care services (including family medicine and integrated behavioral health), obstetrics and gynecology, and sports medicine. Also located within the building, you'll find designated specialty care from the UW Diabetes Institute ( and the Karalis Johnson Retina Center ( .

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

Provides professional social work services in a primary care setting. Provides social work services to clients/patients, their families, and/or others, all while exercising independent decision-making authority and expertise specific to assigned area of practice.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Works in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to provide psychosocial support and support utilization guidance to patients and families Provides care coordination for patients with complex social and medical histories. Makes timely referrals to hospital and/community agencies, including those required by mandatory reporting laws such and child and vulnerable adult abuse. Participates in practicum instruction of social work students and provides work direction to Social Work Assistant(s) and other staff. Engages in departmental program development activities, tasks forces, and committees. Provide crisis intervention to patients both over the phone and in person. Provide psychosocial assessments along with individual and group therapy utilizing evidence-based interventions.

REQUIREMENTS

Masters of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education AND One year of full-time social work experience in a health care setting or equivalent. (Experience can include a practicum placement as part of a social work training program and/or employment experience.) WASHINGTON STATE LEGAL REQUIREMENT: Within 90 days of hire must hold one of the following credentials issued by the state of Washington: Agency Affiliated Counselor, OR Licensed Social Work Associate - Advanced, OR Licensed Social Work Associate - Independent Clinical, OR Licensed Advance Social Worker, OR Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

ABOUT UW MEDICINE PRIMARY CARE

UW Medicine Primary Care is a network of clinics located throughout the Puget Sound region. The clinics offer a wide spectrum of primary care services, as well as secondary care, from pediatrics to geriatrics. Urgent care services are offered seven days a week at select locations. UW Medicine Primary Care is dedicated to improving the health of the public; our providers and staff are the cornerstones of our success. The foundation of our efforts to deliver exceptional care to our patients and families begins with our focus on the continuous development of our employees. Compassion. Innovation. Excellence. (

ABOUT UW MEDICINE -- WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington's only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine's mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow's physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. Become part of our team. ( Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community. Compensation, Benefits and Position Details Pay Range Minimum: $43.41 hourly Pay Range Maximum: $67.93 hourly Other Compensation: Benefits: For information about benefits for this position, visit Shift: First Shift (United States of America) Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100.00% Union/Bargaining Unit: SEIU 1199NW UWMC Northwest Professional About the UW Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives -- on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty. Our Commitment The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 ( . To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io . Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law ( . Use the filters or enter keywords in the search box (such as "custodian," "nursing" or "manager") to explore available opportunities. To find temporary opportunities, enter "temporary" in the search box. Looking for faculty, librarian or academic staff positions? Please visit our Academic Jobs ( site. Looking for student employment? Learn more on our Student Employment ( site. There are many perks to working for the University of Washington. Learn more… ( that could be available to you as a UW employee. Sign up for Job Alerts ( to be notified about job opportunities at the UW that interest you; you'll be one of the first to learn when openings become available. You will be asked to create an account if you do not already have one. University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Washington