AWARE Advocate Coordinator (LCSW)

BJC HealthCare; Missouri; On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a compassionate LCSW to address the psychosocial needs of patients facing intimate partner violence. In this impactful role, you will provide individual and group counseling, develop safety plans, and connect clients with vital community resources. You will collaborate closely with healthcare teams to ensure effective discharge and transition planning. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of vulnerable individuals while working in a supportive and dynamic environment that prioritizes both professional growth and community impact.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Pension Plan

401(k) plan with match

Tuition Assistance

Paid Time Off

Adoption assistance

Qualifications

• LCSW required with experience in hospital or intimate partner violence.
• Bachelor's Degree required; Master's Degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' needs and develop safety plans for discharge.
• Provide individual and group counseling for clients.

Skills

Psychosocial Assessment

Counseling Skills

Cultural Diversity Advocacy

Community Resource Navigation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Safety Planning Tools

Educational Material Development

Job description

Additional Information About the Role

• LCSW required
• Days: 5- 8 hour shifts Mon-Fri; start times can be between 8 and 10 am
• Hospital or Intimate Partner Violence experience required

Overview

Barnes-Jewish Hospital at Washington University Medical Center is the largest hospital in Missouri and is ranked as one of the nation's top hospitals by U.S. News & World Report. Barnes-Jewish Hospital's staff is composed of full-time academic faculty and community physicians of Washington University School of Medicine, supported by a house staff of residents, interns, fellows, and other medical professionals. Recognizing its excellence in nursing care, Barnes-Jewish Hospital was the first adult hospital in Missouri to be certified as a Magnet Hospital by the American Nurses Credentialing Center.

Role Purpose

This position provides services to address the psychosocial needs of patients and families experiencing intimate partner violence. The role provides individual and group counseling, linkage to community resources, as well as expertise in cultural diversity and advocacy. It collaborates with the health care team and ensures timely, cost-effective discharge and transition planning.

Responsibilities

• Assess and evaluate patient’s physical, psychosocial, and emotional needs through initial contact and develop a safety plan to ensure the immediate discharge safety needs of the patient are met.
• Establish consistent, open, and trusting relationships with clients to understand their needs, resources, perspectives, and culture using discretion for confidentiality.
• Work in partnership with clients to enhance their strategies and plans by identifying and analyzing options and resources that are relevant, available, and accessible to them.
• Provide enhanced advocacy by assisting clients in navigating systems and services through community resources and vendors such as accompaniment to appointments as needed, developing life-skills, and achieving financial stability.
• Develop and facilitate educational materials and programs to educate team members and the community.

Minimum Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree

Experience

• <2 years

Licenses & Certifications

• RN/LCSW

Preferred Requirements

Education

• Master's Degree

Experience

• 2-5 years

Supervisor Experience

• No Experience

Benefits and Legal Statement

BJC Total Rewards

At BJC we’re committed to providing you and your family with benefits and resources to help you manage your physical, emotional, social, and financial well-being.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and legal services available first day of the month after hire date
• Disability insurance* paid for by BJC
• Pension Plan*/403(b) Plan funded by BJC
• 401(k) plan with BJC match
• Tuition Assistance available on first day
• BJC Institute for Learning and Development
• Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Paid Time Off benefit combines vacation, sick days, holidays, and personal time
• Adoption assistance

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*Not all benefits apply to all jobs

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees in this position. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. Equal Opportunity Employer