Medical Social Consultant - College of Medicine

Hiring Department: Social Catastrophy

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1024317

Posting Close Date: April 26, 2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. Hybrid and flexible work schedules are available. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits.

Description:

The Social Worker (SW) will primarily support three county community support teams with team coordination and case management as part of a statewide community safety initiative. This is a grant-funded two-year role. The selected candidate will be an essential member of each county team to ensure timely coordination, case management support, and communication between each county team and the core project team.
Duties & Responsibilities:

• The social worker’s time will be split between each county and will be required to attend county team meetings, provide report-outs to the core project team, and assist, when necessary, with case management needs for each county. Some local travel may be required.
• Coordinating with county team leads to ensure teams are meeting to advance their county support teams.
• Coordinate meeting times and take meeting notes with each county team.
• Develop talking points, information briefs, and presentations as needed.
• Attend all required training and staffing sessions

• Receive, record, and transmit messages from county community support teams, communicate with community partners, respond to case management consults and referral requests to ensure the client's needs are being addressed
• Work in conjunction with medical care providers (e.g., case conferencing, care conference), ensuring comprehensive medical care is provided and monitored based on client individual medical and psychosocial needs
• Maintain confidential case notes and perform chart audits to ensure compliance with program requirements and promote successful outcomes.

• Assist and participate in the development of the Illinois Community Safety Committee
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned

Minimum Qualifications Required:

1. Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area. Based on institutional requirements for each position:

2. A. Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

OR

B. Three (3) years (36 months) of progressively more responsible full-time experience in social work in a medical/clinical or social service agency setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A master's degree in social work, counseling or related field is preferred.
• Three-five years of work experience in a case management role is preferred.
• 1-2 years of coordination or project management experience is preferred.
• Community engagement experience preferred.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.

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