Senior Staff Social Worker, Student Affairs - Military Veterans

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You are invited to submit an application to be considered for a position with more than one opening. The number of positions varies depending on the needs of the department. Rank and compensation will be based on experience and academic credentials.

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With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion.

About UC CAPS

At UC CAPS, we prioritize accessible and effective services that you can access when you need them. We take a collaborative, strengths-based approach to help you identify tools, resources, and strategies to meet your mental health goals. This might only take one meeting, or it might take a little more support. Either way, we're here to help you on your Bearcat journey.

Job Overview

The University of Cincinnati Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) is looking to hire two (2) qualified individuals to join our dynamic, multidisciplinary team. The Senior Staff Social Worker will provide comprehensive clinical, consultative, emergency, and case management services while adhering to all relevant national ethical standards and state and federal laws regarding service delivery, record-keeping, documentation, and other professional activities.

Essential Functions

• Direct case management for and provide counseling to patients.
• Provide urgent and emergency intervention (including possible evenings and weekends), and consultation to patients and families.
• Participate in training programs (e.g., selection of trainees, presentations and seminars, clinical supervision, and evaluation).
• Develop and conduct psycho-social outreach programs.
• Serve as liaison to assigned University Health Services and university departments which maintain current information and good working relationships benefiting students.
• Coordination of emergency response services.
• Represent the department by participating in staff and committee meetings and other university committees.
• Provide consultation and assistance to other staff in area of special expertise (e.g., substance abuse, case management, etc.).
• Keep abreast of current trends and developments in clinical services and student affairs by participating in professional development (e.g., conferences, membership in state and national professional associations, reading professional literature, and other continuing education activities.
• Confer and consult with Director, Associate Directors and Assistant Directors to ensure compliance with departmental and university policies and procedures to make critical decisions.
• Supervise the clinical operations of the Care Management Team, including assigning work.
• Perform related duties based on departmental need. This job description can be changed at any time.

Required Education

Master's Degree must be in Social Work.

Required Trainings/Certifications

• State of Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW) or licensed eligible (must be obtained within six (6) months of employment)
• State of Ohio Licensed Independent Social Worker-Supervisor (LISW-S) (must be obtained within six (6) months of employment).

Required Experience

Five (5) years of post-master's counseling and c ase management experience

Additional Qualifications Considered

• Supervised internship or work experience in a university counseling center, mental health agency, or related professional setting.

• Experience providing psychotherapy, diagnostic assessment, and outreach.

• Commitment to professional ethical standards and quality care.

Application Process Information

For a complete application, please include a cover letter addressed to Executive Director of Health and Wellness, Tara Scarborough.

Physical Requirements/Work Environment

• Office environment/no specific unusual physical or environmental demands.

Compensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

• Competitive salary range of $65,000-$70,000 dependent on the candidate's experience.
• Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.
• Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.
• Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.
• Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.
• Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

As a UC employee, and an employee of an Ohio public institution, if hired you will not contribute to the federal Social Security system, other than contributions to Medicare. Instead, UC employees have the option to contribute to a state retirement plan (OPERS, STRS) or an alternative retirement plan (ARP).

FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE.

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu .

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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