Job Description

Harborview Medical Center – Social Work has an outstanding opportunity for a Social Worker with the Youth Gun Violence Program

WORK SCHEDULE

• Per Diem
• Day Shift
  
  

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• The Violence Intervention and Prevention program serves diverse, medically, and psychosocially complex patients with trauma related injuries secondary to gun violence
• Support victims of gunshot violence being seen either in the Emergency Department, Inpatient, or in Specialty Clinics Care. Needs for these patients and families can be extensive and complex, requiring coordination across multiple providers, systems, etc. and may include short-term case management work
• Coordinate tasks that are implemented to successfully transition patients from HMC to their community and serve as a liaison for patients and families with medical teams, nursing staff, outside agencies and providers, interdisciplinary team members, consulting and referring physicians and agencies involved in the care of patients from admission through the discharge process
  
  

Primary Job Responsibilities

• The Social Worker is based out of HMC’s General Surgery Clinic yet visits with patients may also occur in other specialty clinics, the inpatient setting, and/or with other members of the care team
• Provide specialty consultation to other health care staff and health care teams regarding psychosocially focused aspects of client/patient care
• Provide psychosocial support and direct social work services to patients and families adhering to the parameters of HMC policies and procedures and NASW Code of Ethics
• Provides care coordination for patients with complicated social and medical histories
• Provides case management and counseling services in specialized programs
• Assess Social Determinants of Health needs and refers patient and families to appropriate resource agencies.
• Make timely referrals to hospital and/community agencies including those required by mandatory reporting laws such and child and vulnerable adult abuse
  
  

Required Position Qualifications

A Master 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 is preferred. Experience can include a practicum placement as part of a social work training program and/or employment experience.

Legal Requirements

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 Harborview Medical Center

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

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:

$41.32 hourly

Pay Range Maximum

$64.66 hourly

Benefits

Other Compensation:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-temporary-per-diem-and-less-than-half-time/

Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a temporary position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent)

0.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit

SEIU 1199NW HMC Social Worker and Dietitian

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 proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu.

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.