University of Washington
Gun Violence Inpatient Consult Social Worker
University of Washington, Seattle, Washington, us, 98127
Gun Violence Inpatient Consult Social Worker
University of Washington – Harborview Medical Center Social Work Department.
Position within the Violence Intervention and Prevention Program (VIPP).
Work Schedule
40 Hours/Week
Day Shift
Position Highlights
The VIPP serves diverse, medically and psychosocially complex patients with trauma related injuries secondary to gun violence.
Support victims of gunshot violence being seen in the Emergency Department, Inpatient, or Specialty Clinics. Care needs for patients and families can be extensive and complex, requiring coordination across multiple providers, systems, and may include short-term case management work.
Coordinate tasks to successfully transition patients from HMC to their community, serving as a liaison for patients and families with medical teams, nursing staff, outside agencies and providers, interdisciplinary team members, consulting and referring physicians and agencies involved in the care from admission through discharge.
In conjunction with the patient and interdisciplinary team, identify clinical and financial targets and milestones for recovery, eliminate barriers as needed and communicate the transition plan to appropriate team members.
Primary Job Responsibilities
The Social Worker will work in a consult role to the primary inpatient team along with the VIPP Intervention Prevention Specialist.
Provide specialty consultation to other healthcare staff and teams regarding psychosocial aspects of patient care and gun violence; provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
Provide direct social work services to patients and families within the assigned service area while adhering to HMC policies and NASW Code of Ethics.
Provide care coordination for patients with complicated social and medical histories.
Provide case management to identified patients for 90 days after discharge.
Work with patients to develop safety plans after discharge.
Assess Social Determinants of Health needs and refer patients and families to appropriate resource agencies.
Make timely referrals to hospital and community agencies, including those required by mandatory reporting laws (e.g., child and vulnerable adult abuse).
Maintain working knowledge of community resources, processes, interventions and requirements pertaining to the assigned service area
Mental health crisis intervention, including suicide risk assessment
Interpersonal violence
Abuse/neglect of children and vulnerable adults
Crisis intervention
Chemical dependency
Provide skilled social work services to clinic patients of all ages, including but not limited to:
Comprehensive psychosocial assessment
Focus on harm reduction and trauma-informed care
Systems advocacy and intervention
Brief interventions
Care management across multiple service providers as indicated
Grief counseling
Crisis intervention
Information and referral to appropriate community resources
Required Position Qualifications
Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
One year of full-time social work experience in a health care setting or equivalent (practicum placement as part of a training program and/or employment experience).
Legal Requirements
Must hold one of the following credentials issued by the state of Washington: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
Compensation, Benefits And Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $88,524.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum: $138,516.00 annual
Other Compensation: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus, Certification Premium - $1.50/hour
Benefits For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) 100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit SEIU 1199NW HMC Social Worker and Dietitian
EEO Statement The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
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Position within the Violence Intervention and Prevention Program (VIPP).
Work Schedule
40 Hours/Week
Day Shift
Position Highlights
The VIPP serves diverse, medically and psychosocially complex patients with trauma related injuries secondary to gun violence.
Support victims of gunshot violence being seen in the Emergency Department, Inpatient, or Specialty Clinics. Care needs for patients and families can be extensive and complex, requiring coordination across multiple providers, systems, and may include short-term case management work.
Coordinate tasks to successfully transition patients from HMC to their community, serving as a liaison for patients and families with medical teams, nursing staff, outside agencies and providers, interdisciplinary team members, consulting and referring physicians and agencies involved in the care from admission through discharge.
In conjunction with the patient and interdisciplinary team, identify clinical and financial targets and milestones for recovery, eliminate barriers as needed and communicate the transition plan to appropriate team members.
Primary Job Responsibilities
The Social Worker will work in a consult role to the primary inpatient team along with the VIPP Intervention Prevention Specialist.
Provide specialty consultation to other healthcare staff and teams regarding psychosocial aspects of patient care and gun violence; provide psychosocial support to patients and families.
Provide direct social work services to patients and families within the assigned service area while adhering to HMC policies and NASW Code of Ethics.
Provide care coordination for patients with complicated social and medical histories.
Provide case management to identified patients for 90 days after discharge.
Work with patients to develop safety plans after discharge.
Assess Social Determinants of Health needs and refer patients and families to appropriate resource agencies.
Make timely referrals to hospital and community agencies, including those required by mandatory reporting laws (e.g., child and vulnerable adult abuse).
Maintain working knowledge of community resources, processes, interventions and requirements pertaining to the assigned service area
Mental health crisis intervention, including suicide risk assessment
Interpersonal violence
Abuse/neglect of children and vulnerable adults
Crisis intervention
Chemical dependency
Provide skilled social work services to clinic patients of all ages, including but not limited to:
Comprehensive psychosocial assessment
Focus on harm reduction and trauma-informed care
Systems advocacy and intervention
Brief interventions
Care management across multiple service providers as indicated
Grief counseling
Crisis intervention
Information and referral to appropriate community resources
Required Position Qualifications
Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
One year of full-time social work experience in a health care setting or equivalent (practicum placement as part of a training program and/or employment experience).
Legal Requirements
Must hold one of the following credentials issued by the state of Washington: Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker.
Compensation, Benefits And Position Details
Pay Range Minimum: $88,524.00 annual
Pay Range Maximum: $138,516.00 annual
Other Compensation: $5,000 Sign-On Bonus, Certification Premium - $1.50/hour
Benefits For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
Shift First Shift (United States of America)
Temporary or Regular? This is a regular position
FTE (Full-Time Equivalent) 100.00%
Union/Bargaining Unit SEIU 1199NW HMC Social Worker and Dietitian
EEO Statement The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.
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