Social Worker Senior/UKHC
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details Posting Details Job TitleSocial Worker Senior/UKHCRequisition NumberRE55439Working TitleSocial Worker Senior - Orthopedics and Kentucky Neuroscience InstituteDepartment NameM1300:Kentucky Neuroscience InstituteWork LocationLexington, KYGrade Level11Salary Range$54,080-95,056/yearType of PositionStaffPosition Time Status Full-TimeRequired EducationMSWClick here for more information about equivalencies:https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalenciesRequired Related ExperienceNo experience required.Required License/Registration/CertificationCertified Social Worker (CSW)Physical RequirementsThis position requires occasionally sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions (such as typing); and standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Also involves some exposure to loud noises, temperature extremes, hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, blood-borne or airborne pathogens, and combative/violent people.ShiftDay shift. Monday – Friday.Job SummaryThe Social Worker Senior/UKHC provides social services to patients and families in cases where specific problems related to environmental and/or psychological aspects influence the effective outpatient.
Provides psychosocial assessments for all consulted/referred patients and in situations of abuse and neglect of all age groups; provides follow-up as needed. The Social Worker Senior/UKHC will be shared between Ambulatory Orthopedics and Kentucky Neuroscience Institute.Skills / Knowledge / AbilitiesnoneDoes this position have supervisory responsibilities? NoPreferred Education/ExperiencenoneDeadline to Apply08/20/2026Our 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 (*).
- * Do you have a Master's of Social Work degree?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you possess a Certified Social Worker (CSW) License or are eligible to obtain one, which will allow you to work in the state of Kentucky?
- Yes
- No
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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