Social Worker, LCSW

University of Miami•Miami, FL

20h

About The Position

The Social Worker, LCSW works with clients to address issues involving mental and emotional health. The role provides emotional support, mental health evaluations and therapy, crisis intervention, and case management services. The Social Worker helps patients and their families understand and follow treatment recommendations, connects them with appropriate resources and specialized programs, and collaborates with other departments to integrate care. The position also maintains documentation in patient charts and acts as a mandated reporter in suspected child abuse cases. This position is within the Social Services Department at Sylvester Comprehensive Cancer Center/UHealth. Duties may vary according to departmental needs, and additional responsibilities may be assigned consistent with the required knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Requirements

Master's degree in Social Work.
Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
Valid State of Florida licensed clinical social worker credential.
Ability to learn new procedures, technologies, and protocols and adapt to changing priorities and work demands.
Ability to work collaboratively and contribute to a team environment.
Proficiency with office software, technology, and relevant computer applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Advocate for clients and help them access resources while addressing personal issues.
Counsel patients and provide crisis intervention, including assessment and treatment of behavioral problems.
Coach patients on managing ongoing health conditions.
Provide therapy to help patients make positive behavior changes.
Assist patients and their families through individual, group, and educational conferences to understand, accept, and follow treatment recommendations.
Refer patients and their families to specialized treatment programs according to their needs, and monitor and evaluate their progress.
Collaborate with other departments to integrate care where needed.
Maintain current and appropriate documentation in patient charts.
Act as a mandated reporter in suspected child abuse cases.
Follow University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguard University assets.