Licensed Clinical Social Worker - Wellness

University of Chicago•Chicago, IL

31d•$80,000 - $110,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide mental health and wellness support for medical staff, resident and fellow physicians, and UChicago Medicine faculty. This role will provide individual and group therapy tailored to the unique personal and professional stressors experienced by healthcare professionals, including burnout, compassion fatigue, work-life balance, anxiety, stress, and adjustment challenges. The LCSW will utilize evidence-based, trauma-informed interventions to promote resilience, emotional well-being, healthy coping strategies, and overall wellness. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the healthcare environment and the demands placed on medical professionals, along with the ability to provide compassionate, confidential, and clinically appropriate support in a fast-paced setting.

Requirements

A college or university degree in a related field.
2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline.
Knowledge of federal and state laws, rules, regulations, code of ethics, policies, and procedures as related to social work.
Strong clinical skills and knowledge of therapeutic modalities (CBT, DBT, ACT, solution-focused therapy, etc.).
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with individuals and interdisciplinary teams.
Knowledge of medical terminology, healthcare settings, stages of medical training and the impact of burnout and secondary traumatic stress on mental health.
Ability to maintain professionalism and emotional resilience in a fast-paced, challenging environment.
Knowledge of diverse populations and capacity for cultural humility in the provision of care and collaboration.
Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion and in compliance with confidentiality laws.
Ability to manage caseloads and maintain effective time management practices.
Ability to identify and seek consultation for issues related to dual relationships and other ethical issues that arise.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
Working for a large complex healthcare organization.
Experience with Eating Disorder population.
Experience in a fast-paced outpatient, community, or clinical setting.
Experience with crisis intervention and trauma-informed care.
LCSW Illinois licensure or license eligible.

Responsibilities

Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify the emotional, mental health, and social needs of residents, fellows, faculty, and staff. Collaborate with medical and mental health professionals to develop individualized treatment goals and care plans.
Provide confidential, goal-focused, evidence-based, and time-limited individual psychotherapy to residents, fellows, faculty, and staff experiencing emotional or psychological distress. Address concerns such as stress, anxiety, burnout, compassion fatigue, adjustment, work-life balance, relationships, and other personal or professional challenges. Opportunities may be available to facilitate group therapy based on program needs and the candidate’s interest and expertise.
Provide timely clinical support during mental health and emotional crises, including assessment, de-escalation, safety planning, and appropriate referrals to higher levels of care or community resources when indicated.
Support the development of healthy coping strategies, resilience, self-care, and work-life integration. Contribute to initiatives that promote emotional well-being and a healthy, supportive workplace culture within the medical center.
Collaborate with UChicago Medicine’s Graduate Medical Education Office of Well-Being and the Office of Wellness and Vitality, as well as clinical, administrative, and leadership teams, to support the overall well-being of residents, fellows, faculty, and staff. Serve as a resource and advocate for individuals navigating the unique demands of the healthcare environment.
Connect individuals with appropriate internal and external resources and services based on identified needs. Exercise appropriate clinical judgment when making referrals for additional behavioral health, medical, financial, legal, housing, educational, or other supportive services.
Maintain timely, accurate, and complete electronic documentation of assessments, treatment plans, therapy sessions, interventions, referrals, and client progress in accordance with legal, ethical, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
Monitor and document progress toward measurable treatment and care plan goals, evaluate the effectiveness of interventions, and modify treatment approaches as clinically appropriate.
Manage a caseload of up to 30 patients per week while maintaining high-quality clinical care, timely documentation, appropriate follow-up, and accessibility to the populations served.
Maintain strict confidentiality and exercise discretion when handling sensitive personal, professional, and clinical information. Comply with HIPAA, applicable laws and regulations, professional standards, the Social Work Code of Ethics, and UChicago Medicine policies and procedures.
Review, interpret, and apply applicable federal and state laws, regulations, professional standards, policies, and procedures governing clinical social work practice.
Participate in clinical, interdisciplinary, administrative, and wellness-related meetings as appropriate to support communication, program development, and coordination of services.
Provide clinical supervision, consultation, and mentorship to social work trainees or interns as assigned and appropriate to scope of practice.
Interprets, monitors, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in treatment and care plan.
Analyzes potential problems in home or work environments of clients.
Performs other related work as needed.