Bilingual Mobile Advocate Social Worker - Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center

University of Washington; Seattle (WA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 94,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Washington is seeking a Bilingual Mobile Advocate Social Worker for Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center. This part-time role offers 32 hours weekly with one day remote and involves trauma-informed advocacy for sexual assault survivors.

The position requires MSW, bilingual Spanish-English, and experience in health care or social work settings. The incumbent will coordinate with medical, legal, and social service partners to ensure timely support and advocacy, addressing systemic

Qualifications

• Bilingual in Spanish and English required.
• Experience in trauma-informed care and crisis intervention preferred.
• Experience in health care or social services settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Engage sexual assault survivors to provide clinical interventions and system navigation.
• Provide crisis intervention to survivors and family members over the phone and in person.
• Conduct assessments and brief interventions for victims and their families; may provide case management.
• Collaborate with community partners, law enforcement, and health providers to ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Bilingual Spanish

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Bilingual Mobile Advocate Social Worker - Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center - University of Washington# Careers at UW## Bilingual Mobile Advocate Social Worker - Harborview Abuse & Trauma CenterApply: Medical Centers Only - 1 Day Remote per Week: Seattle, WA: Part time: Posted Today: REQ-0000138238**Job Description**The **Harborview Medical Center Social Work Department** has an outstanding opportunity for a **Bilingual Mobile Advocate Social Worker to join the Harborview Abuse & Trauma Center (HATC)**. **Candidates for this position must be bilingual and Spanish-speaking.** **WORK SCHEDULE** • Part-Time / 32 Hours per week • Day shift **POSITION HIGHLIGHTS**Engage sexual assault survivors to provide clinical interventions and system navigation **PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES*** Provide trauma-informed, survivor-centered information, crisis intervention, legal, medical, and general advocacy, support, and referrals to survivors of interpersonal violence.* Provide crisis intervention to victims/family members over the phone and in person.* Provide assessments and brief interventions to victims and their families. May provide case management and system navigation* Demonstrate an understanding and commitment to addressing systemic oppression in serving diverse populations.* Develop ongoing relationships internally and with external health providers, law enforcement, and other social service providers to provide effective and timely continuity of care for primary and secondary survivors.* Work in partnership with City of Seattle, King County and community-based advocates to ensure sexual assault survivors are getting timely and helpful advocacy services regarding their involvement in the criminal justice system* Attend the King County Networking Meetings and other community meetings via web-based platforms or in person as indicated. **REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS**A Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work EducationANDOne year of full-time social work experience in a health care setting or equivalent. Experience can include a practicum placement as part of a social work training program and/or employment experience. **LEGAL REQUIREMENT**Within 90 days of hire must hold one of the following credentials issued by the state of Washington: • Agency Affiliated Counselor • Licensed Social Work Associate -Advanced • Licensed Social Work Associate - Independent Clinical • Licensed Advance Social Worker • Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker **ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER**As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care. Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region. Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.**Compensation, Benefits and Position Details****Pay Range Minimum:**$43.41 hourly**Pay Range Maximum:**$67.93 hourly**Other Compensation:**-**Benefits:**For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/**Shift:**First Shift (United States of America)**Temporary or Regular?**This is a regular position**FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):**80.00%**Union/Bargaining Unit:**SEIU 1199NW HMC Social Worker and Dietitian**ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER** UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals. All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest. **Our Commitment** The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [e-mail]. Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law.