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Department 00728 - U of U Medical Group Job Summary

As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, diversity, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA

Position Overview: The Intensive Outpatient Clinic (IOC) at University of Utah Health is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) or Clinical Mental Health Counselor (C.M.H.C.) to provide professional counseling services to a population of individuals with complex medical and psychosocial needs. Providing comprehensive and integrated care, the IOC operates as an interdisciplinary team of medical and behavioral health providers aiming to improve clinical outcomes and decrease the overall cost of care for the population we serve. In 2023, Governor Cox’s One Utah Health Collaborative recognized the IOC has as leader in novel comprehensive care delivery and sustainable financial innovation. The IOC was also featured in Meet Me Where I Am – a short film that premiered in the 2022 Sundance Film Festival – that tells the story of one IOC patient and how this clinic provides unique integrated care.

This position provides direct therapy and works collaboratively with the medical and behavioral health teams to deliver comprehensive care oriented around treating the bio-psycho-social needs of the IOC patient population. Therapy activities include individual and group counseling. At minimum, the ideal candidate will have a working knowledge of trauma and substance use disorders. Case management experience is preferred. The IOC exclusively serves a Medicaid population and operates under a capitated model with the University of Utah Health Plans. No billing is required.

This position reports to the IOC Medical Director and will support the IOC patient population and the clinic team located at the University of Utah Population Health Center near Rose Park.

This position is considered Category I: Mandatory and required on campus or health care facilities to support on-site operations. Employees hired into this category will be required to be physically located at 168 North 1950 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84116 if they are healthy and without COVID-19 symptoms.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

Job Specific Responsibilities and Accountabilities

• Provides regular (e.g., weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) therapy to patients to work towards achieving psychosocial goals and to address sources of adversity, including histories of trauma, using evidence-based and trauma-informed strategies.
• Develops and facilitates groups focused on skill building and creating community and trust among patients.
• Provides acute mental health support via phone and in-person visits.
• Works collaboratively on the interdisciplinary team – making sound therapeutic recommendations and supporting conflict resolution for individual patients, couples, and/or in groups.
• Develops and implements individualized treatment approaches to meet the needs of each patient and their families.
• Works in close collaboration with all members of the treatment team, including medical providers, to improve awareness of the significant impacts that social and emotional factors have on patient health and well-being.
• Expertly applies the principles of life span growth and development to support patients achieving their behavioral health goals and improving their clinical outcomes.
• Delivers high-quality, exceptional, and tailored care as described in the IOC’s policies and procedures and at the University of Utah standard of care.
• Identifies and arranges community resources that provide individualized assistance for patients, which may involve post-treatment financial assistance, shelter, and/or transportation.
• Identifies appropriate outside resources, such as community agencies, to assist patients with resuming life in their own community and empowering patients to independently optimize their medical and behavioral health.
• Works collaboratively with the medical and behavioral health teams to update IOC policies and procedures and participates in clinic process improvement efforts.
• Oversees and supervises Social Workers, Interns, and Caseworkers within their area(s) of assignment.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications (Required)

• Current RQI Healthcare Provider Credential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The Credential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
• One of the following:

o Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.

o Current Clinical Mental Health Counselor (C.M.H.C.) license to practice in the State of Utah.

This position is patient-sensitive and must fulfill all associated requirements. We protect our patients, coworkers and community by requiring all patient-sensitive employees to be immunized according to CDC standards and hospital policy. Limited exemptions may be made for documented medical contraindications or religious beliefs that object to vaccinations.

Applicants must demonstrate the potential ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

Disclaimer

This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to the job.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Employees must be able to meet the following requirements with or without accommodation.

• This is a sedentary position in an office setting that may exert up to 10 pounds and may lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects. This position involves sitting most of the time and is not exposed to adverse environmental conditions.

Physical Requirements

Listening, Manual Dexterity, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

Interested in this opportunity?

To inquire about this posting, email: careers@hsc.utah.edu

EEO Statement

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500.If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:

Preferences Additional Information

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Human Resources at (801) 581-7447 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or University Human Resource Management at (801) 581-7447 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules.

This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patients.

All qualified individuals are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities.

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran’s status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.

To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability or if you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator’s office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/

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