Social Work Practitioner-Advanced
East Carolina University
Position Details
Position Information
| Job Title | Social Work Practitioner-Advanced |
|---|---|
| Position Number | 400168 |
| Vacancy Open to | All Candidates |
| Time-Limited | No |
| Department Homepage | https://pediatrics.ecu.edu/ |
| Advertising Department | PEDIATRICS – ADMIN |
| Division | Health Sciences |
| Classification Title | 19400 Social Work Practitioner |
| Competency Level | 3 – Advanced |
| Working Title | Social Worker Practitioner |
| Number of Vacancies | 1 |
| Full Time Equivalent (FTE) | 1.0 |
| Full Time or Part Time | Full Time |
| Recruitment Range | $31,200 – $74,914 |
| Anticipated Hiring Range | $60,741 – $67,490 |
| Salary Grade Equivalency | GN13 |
| Work Schedule | M-F |
| Work Hours | 8-5 |
| Position Location (City) | Greenville |
| Job Category | Staff – Medical |
| Organizational Unit Overview | It is the mission of the Department of Pediatrics, East Carolina University Brody School of Medicine, to provide exemplary medical education/training of physicians in pediatric medicine at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Additionally, it is the mission of the department to provide model comprehensive primary and consultative subspecialty care to children of eastern North Carolina, to advance scientific knowledge through basic and clinical research, and to provide continuing medical education opportunities for physicians in the region. |
| Job Duties | The Department of Pediatrics at the Brody School of Medicine at ECU is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to provide therapeutic counseling to a diverse pediatric patient population and their family members. The employee will conduct initial intake sessions and assessments with patients/families referred by healthcare providers and to act as a liaison between the patient, community advocacy programs, family members, and other providers. Key responsibilities of this position include but are not limited to the following: a basic knowledge of pediatric diagnoses and their effects on the psycho-social status of children, assessment of patients’ socioeconomic environment, identification of psycho/social and economic needs, identification of resources to meet the needs of the patient, and facilitation of the processes to match available resources with the patient’s needs, handle crisis situations, and work in a multidisciplinary team approach. This position sees patients at the Pediatric Specialty Care Clinics. |
| Minimum Education/Experience | Bachelor’s degree in a Human Services discipline with coursework related to the area of assignment. Some positions may require certification to practice as a certified or licensed Clinical Social Worker as required by the North Carolina Social Work Certification Board. All degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. |
| License or Certification required by statute or regulation | Licensed Clinical Social Worker |
| Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/Education | The preferred candidate will have a four-year college degree in Social Work or a related human services field or a master’s degree in Social Work, as well as 3-4 years of experience in medical social work, case management, home health, DSS, or hospital discharge planning. A working knowledge of pediatric diagnoses and child development is desirable. Candidates should possess excellent communication, organizational, and critical thinking skills. It is essential that candidates be able to interact effectively with a diverse customer population and be self-directed in their approach to problem-solving. Experience working with patients in a medical setting and extensive knowledge of community resources are desirable. |
| License or Certification required by the Department | Licensed Clinical Social Worker |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
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| Job Open Date | 10/24/2022 |
| Job Close Date – Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date; If no closing date is indicated, the position will be posted until filled and may close at any time after the recruitment has been completed. | 11/02/2022 |
| Open Until Filled | No |
| Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting | https://ecu.peopleadmin.com/postings/56437 |
| Alternate option | If no applicants apply who meet the required competency level and training & experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Salary would be determined based on competencies, equity, budget, and market considerations. |
| AA/EOE | East Carolina University is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer and seeks to create an environment that fosters the recruitment and retention of a more diverse student body, faculty, staff and administration. We encourage qualified applicants from women, minorities, veterans, individuals with a disability, and historically underrepresented groups. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race/ethnicity, color, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, political affiliation, or veteran status. Individuals requesting accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) should contact the Department of Human Resources at (252) 737-1018 (Voice/TTY) or ADA[email protected] . |
| Eligibility for Employment | Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. ECU participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States. If highest degree earned is from an institution outside of the U.S. and its territories, final candidates are required to have their degree validated as equivalent to the degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the U.S. |
| Office of Human Resources Contact Information | If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (252) 328-9847 or toll free at 1-866-489-1740 or send an email to [email protected]. Our office is available to provide assistance Monday-Friday from 8:00-5:00 EST. |
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