Associate Director - Social Work - Inpatient and Bed Readiness Program

University of Washington Medical Center•Seattle, WA

3d•$144,000 - $183,600•Onsite

About The Position

The Harborview Medical Center – Social Work Department has an outstanding opportunity for an Associate Director for the Inpatient and Bed-Readiness Programs. This position is responsible for 24/7 operations of the assigned Social Work areas at Harborview Medical Center, assuming day-to-day accountability and responsibility for case management support and collaboration with other clinical disciplines to assess and address patient needs and potential discharge barriers. The role interfaces with DSHS, community providers, and external vendors for contracted services, and supports the advancement of healthcare practices across the medical center emphasizing service excellence, patient safety, staff safety, and organizational integration.

Requirements

A Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
Licensed as a Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) within the State of Washington.
Minimum 6-8 years of experience in healthcare operations management at a large academic medical center.
Successful track record of effective management/leadership and program management skills.
Demonstrated staff development skills.
Proficient in Windows-based computer applications.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Self-directed with the ability to multi-task efficiently.
Excellent attention to detail.
Knowledge of clinical protocols and practices is required.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated record of program development and personnel management.
Administrative experience in an academic medical center.
Effective management of social work staff in hospital/ambulatory care operations.
Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
Proficient at motivating and leading large groups of people at all levels of the organization.
Accomplished at leading change, coaching and counseling.
Workshop and meeting facilitation skills.
Skilled in data analysis and interpretation.
Excels at creating a professional practice environment for the advancement of the social work programs.
Ensure adherence to hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
Program development/planning budgetary responsibilities and personnel management.

Responsibilities

Responsible for effective fiscal management of the Social Work Department, including preparing the annual budget and developing strategic department goals.
Select, train, supervise, motivate, and evaluate staff.
Maintain knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines (e.g., CMS, DOH, JCAHO) impacting the procedure areas and ensure compliance.
Participate in hospital-wide and interdisciplinary committees.
Represent the Department of Social Work's position in Joint Labor Management meetings, collective bargaining, and employee disciplinary activity.
Direct multiple projects simultaneously.