Mental Health Therapist Job at University of Utah
The
Medical Student Wellness Program (MSWP) with the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine fosters the emotional and physical well-being of medical students, as well as provides free, timely, and confidential services to medical students.
The Social Worker provides individual and family/couples therapy, and group support to medical students and their significant others; participates in interdisciplinary treatment planning by participating in weekly clinical staffings with MSWP clinical team and developing comprehensive psychosocial assessments, treatment plans, and crisis intervention consultation when necessary for assigned caseload. This position has a special focus on working with marginalized student populations including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.
While providing evidence-based mental health treatment and completing timely and accurate medical records is an essential function, services offered through this program are independent of any insurance involvement.
Our generous
University staff benefits package includes but is not limited to: health care and dental plan options, tuition reduction, UTA pass (Bus, TRAX, & FrontRunner), paid holidays, paid leave time, employer and employee paid retirement, and more!
Responsibilities
Responsibilities include clinical documentation with EMR (electronic medical record) intake assessments, individual and group therapy, crisis prevention and response, outreach, consultation, and collaboration with campus partners, and coordinating services specifically designed within Educational Quality Improvement.
- Attend weekly intern group supervision if supervising
- Attend weekly supervision if unlicensed
- Attend weekly student affairs meetings and MSWP team meetings.
- Attend monthly MSWP (Medical Student Wellness Program) all team and resident team meetings.
- Engage in MSWP outreach opportunities
- Significant focus on Anti-Racism Commission and Educational Quality Improvement initiatives within and supported by collaborators in the School of Medicine, Health Sciences, and Main Campus.
- Collaboration with the Program Manager in policy advocacy and DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) efforts within MSWP and SOM (School of Medicine)
- Maintain a clinical caseload that would accommodate students varying schedules with at least two evenings a week, allowing for in-person and telehealth sessions depending on caseload need. Flexibility and autonomy are supported for clinical responsibilities.
- Supervisor to 1-2 pre-licensed social workers and co-facilitator of group supervision to practicum students if licensed
Minimum Qualifications
Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.
Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
Required:
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
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.
Current license to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah.
Required:
Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.
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.
Preferences
We will also accept one of the following:
- Current Clinical Mental Health Counselor (CMHC) license for clinical practice in the State of Utah
- Current Associate Clinical Mental Health Counselor (ACMHC) license for clinical practice in the State of Utah
This position has a special focus on working with marginalized student populations including Black, Indigenous, and People of Color. This candidate must have experience in a trauma-informed and anti-racist multicultural orientation. Clinical experience in an educational setting is preferred. Bilingual and multilingual applicants are encouraged to apply. The candidate will have a commitment to continuing education and professional development. The candidate will have experience in collaborative work environments with a multidisciplinary team. The candidate will have excellent organizational skills with the ability to work independently.
Type
Benefited Staff
Special Instructions Summary
Additional Information
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.
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:
Director/ Title IX Coordinator
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action ( OEO /AA)
383 University Street, Level 1 OEO Suite
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu
For more information: https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
To inquire about this posting, email: employment@utah.edu or call 801-581-2300.
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.
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Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you hold current licensure to practice as a Certified Social Worker in the State of Utah?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you hold current licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Utah?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you have a current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system?
- Yes
- No- willing to obtain within 30 days of hire
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
- Addendum to the University of Utah - Veteran Only - Call 801.581.2169 after submission
- Appropriate discharge document (such as a DD-214 – Member Copy 4) – Veteran Only – Call 801.581.2169
Open Date
02/23/2023
Requisition Number
PRN33964B
Job Title
PS Social Worker
Working Title
Mental Health Therapist
Job Grade
UGR
FLSA Code
Professional
Patient Sensitive Job Code?
Yes
Standard Hours per Week
40
Full Time or Part Time?
Full Time
Shift
Day
Work Schedule Summary
Flexible, available two evenings a week. Hybrid work arrangements are available with a minimum of one office workday a week.
VP Area
U of U Health - Academics
Department
02046 - Medical Student Wellness Prog
Location
Campus
City
Salt Lake City, UT
Type of Recruitment
External Posting
Pay Rate Range
$50,000 – $65,000/annually
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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