ESH Active Treatment Coordinator/UKHC

University of Kentucky

Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.

Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleESH Active Treatment Coordinator/UKHCRequisition NumberRE54135Working TitleESH Active Treatment Coord/UKHCDepartment NameH1100: ESH Psychosocial ServicesWork LocationLexington, KyGrade Level12Salary Range$62,400-111,634/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMSWClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related Experience3 yrsRequired License/Registration/CertificationLicensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) in KY by time of hire

Physical RequirementsRequires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, or some standing or walking.ShiftDaysJob SummaryThe ESH Active Treatment Coordinator provides clinical and administrative oversight to unit social workers and unit treatment team. Serves as the direct supervisor for the unit social workers. Establishes and maintains a quality treatment program based upon specific clinical needs of adult psychiatric inpatients. Directs and guides staff in implementation of programs. Assists in providing direction and leadership for all disciplines working in the program and completes evaluations on employees. Assists in hiring new employees for the program. Strongly supports both performance improvement and employee engagement initiatives. Ensures adherence to hospital policies and procedures. Works with minimum supervision. Ensures that staff are trained appropriately for the jobs they are assigned to perform, providing oversight and feedback to unit social workers. Ensures that social work documentation is timely and complete. Completes social work duties when unit social workers are unavailable. Works with other ATCs to ensure department wide coverage. Coordinates clinical services both within respective unit treatment team and throughout broader social work department. Works as a liaison with other hospital departments to problem solve patient needs and barriers to discharge. Actively participates on assigned committees and teams. Provides direct patient care as needed and works to include families and significant others in patient treatment plans. Includes recommendations from outpatient providers and other natural/social community supports in the treatment plan when appropriate. Serves as a liaison with patient families and outside community partners. Helps facilitate student practicum placements. Provides clinical supervision, if applicable.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? YesPreferred Education/ExperienceMaster of Science in Social Work (MSSW). Three years experience is required. Certified Social Worker (CSW) required. Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) strongly preferred.Deadline to Apply04/29/2026Our University CommunityWe value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Have you completed a master’s or higher in social work?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Kentucky or have eligibility to obtain this certification by date of hire?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Please indicate your years of paid employment experience as a social worker in a medical setting.
   • None
   • More than 0 years, up through 1 year
   • More than 1 years, up through 2 years
   • More than 2 years, up through 3 years
   • More than 3 years

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