Case Worker I - Infectious Diseases

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 28,337 - 42,485; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days of vacation

Competitive health insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition coverage up to 100%

Wellness challenges and resources

Free Metro transit U‑Pass

4 weeks of caregiver leave

Job summary

Washington University in St. Louis is hiring a Case Worker I to provide client-centered HIV case management services, focusing on thorough bio-psychosocial assessments.

This role involves creating multidisciplinary care plans, coordinating resources, and providing educational support to clients and families. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field and relevant experience, with opportunities for professional development and a competitive salary.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field or equivalent with case management experience.
• No specific work experience required.
• Basic Life Support certification must be obtained within one month of hire.

Responsibilities

• Conduct culturally-sensitive assessments with clients and support networks.
• Create individualized plans of care based on assessments.
• Manage caseload with regular contact and documentation.
• Educate clients and families about HIV/AIDS aspects.

Skills

Case Management

Community Resources

Computer Literacy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field

Job description

Position Summary

The position of Case Worker I is intended to provide client-centered HIV case management services and thorough bio-psychosocial assessment for individuals in coordination with the multidisciplinary healthcare team. The Case Worker I will create and implement multidisciplinary care plans, identify educational needs, refer and coordinate community resources, provide crisis intervention and supportive counseling, and coordinate access to resources in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal guidelines.

Scheduled Hours

40 hours per week.

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive bio-psychosocial culturally-sensitive assessments with clients and their support network. Synthesize program goals and assessed needs to create individualized plans of care.
• Arrange and coordinate service referrals; monitor activities and evaluate progress on care plans. Refer to public benefits programs as eligible.
• Manage caseload with regular contact and documentation in client records as required by program guidelines.
• Educate clients and families about medical and psychosocial aspects of HIV/AIDS to optimize adherence to care.
• Adhere to state laws and department rules regarding HIV/AIDS programs.
• Maintain current knowledge of medical and psychosocial developments concerning HIV/AIDS and network with ASOs, providers, clinicians, and other service providers.
• Collaborate with case managers from other regions as needed.
• Perform indirect, non-clinical tasks such as data compilation, training participation, and attendance at staff and community meetings as assigned.
• Participate in multidisciplinary HIV Specialty Health Care Team conferences to coordinate care.
• Educate clients/families on medication adherence and safer sex practices.
• Work collaboratively within Adult ID Clinic multidisciplinary team and the Project ARK social services team.
• Attend monthly Ryan White community-wide case management meetings.
• Assist with other client support activities as deemed appropriate.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Patient care setting.
• Typical sitting at desk or table; repetitive wrist, hand or finger movements; occasional lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Office equipment use.

Education & Qualifications

Required Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field (social work, counseling, sociology, psychology) or equivalent with case management experience.

Preferred Qualifications: None unless stated elsewhere.

Certifications & Licenses

Basic Life Support certification (American Heart Association or American Red Cross) must be obtained within one month of hire. Online BLS certifications without a skills assessment component are not sufficient.

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Case Management, Community Resources, Computer Literacy.

Driver’s License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

Grade & Salary

Grade: C08-H.

Salary Range: $20.57 - $30.84 per hour.

Benefits

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Free Metro transit U‑Pass for eligible employees.
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan with university contributions starting at 7%.
• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs, EAP, financial resources, access to dietitians.
• 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with a new child; additional caregiving resources available.
• Tuition coverage up to 100% for dependent undergraduate-level college tuition at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years of service.

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.