University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
(on-site)
Posted
1 day ago
Job Function
Other
Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Social Worker Principal/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE54095 |
| Working Title | |
| Department Name | MG345: Psychiatry |
| Work Location | Lexington, KY |
| Grade Level | 12 |
| Salary Range | $62,400-111,634/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | MSW |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 3 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) |
| Physical Requirements | This position requires occasionally sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Also involves some exposure to blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people. |
| Shift | Must be able to work three, 12-hour shifts per week from 7PM to 730AM; will also be required to work some weekend and holidays. |
| Job Summary | This position will perform clinical assessments and interventions for patients presenting to the Emergency Department with behavioral health concerns. Will perform assessments for admission to behavioral health and engage in discharge planning and referrals for necessary aftercare services or will refer to the most appropriate next level of care. |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | The ideal candidate will possess experience with behavioral health assessments and care coordination. |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Master's Degree in Social Work/Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) and 3+ years of behavioral health experience preferred. |
| Deadline to Apply | 04/26/2026 |
| 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. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you possess a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) License in the state of Kentucky or are you eligible to obtain by date of hire?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe any professional paid experience working with children, adolescents, in providing one-on-one psychotherapy using evidence-based techniques.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please describe any professional paid experience working with other providers in a multidisciplinary setting.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please describe your experience working as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide care to a patient or client.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
PI283944034
Job ID: 83318948