ESH Active Treatment Coordinator/UKHC

Inside Higher Ed; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 62,400 - 111,634; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Lexington, KY is seeking an ESH Active Treatment Coordinator to oversee clinical and administrative functions for unit social workers. This role requires a Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW) and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) certification. The coordinator will ensure quality treatment programs and supervise social workers, supporting performance improvement initiatives. Ideal candidates will have at least 3 years of experience in a related field. This full-time position offers an annual salary ranging from $62,400 to $111,634.

Qualifications

• 3 years of related experience in a clinical setting.
• LCSW certification required by time of hire.
• Experience in supervising staff is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative oversight to unit social workers.
• Establish and maintain quality treatment programs.
• Ensure adherence to hospital policies and procedures.

Skills

Clinical oversight

Administrative oversight

Patient care coordination

Education

Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Job description

ESH Active Treatment Coordinator/UKHC

Requisition Number: RE53794

Working Title: ESH Active Treatment Coord

Department Name: H1100: ESH Psychosocial Services

Location: Lexington, Ky

Grade Level: 12

Salary Range: $62,400-111,634/year

Type Of Position: Staff

Position Time Status: Full-Time

Required Education: MSW

Equivalencies Info: https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies

Required Related Experience: 3 yrs

Required License/Registration/Certification: Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSW) in KY by time of hire

Physical Requirements: Requires handling of light-weight objects up to 10 pounds, or some standing or walking.

Shift: Days

Job Summary

The 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 / Abilities: N/A

Supervisory responsibilities: Yes

Preferred Education/Experience: Master of Science in Social Work (MSSW). Three years of experience is required. Certified Social Worker (CSW) required. Licensed Social Worker (LCSW) strongly preferred.

Deadline To Apply: 04/02/2026

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