ESH Active Treatment Coordinator/UKHC

U K Healthcare Ltd; Lexington (VA); On-site; USD 62,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kentucky is seeking an ESH Active Treatment Coordinator/UKHC to oversee clinical and administrative activities for the unit social workers and treatment team.

You will supervise staff, ensure adherence to hospital policies, coordinate services, and engage families in treatment plans to support patient care. Requires MSW, KY LCSW, and 3+ years of experience; full-time, weekday schedule; salary range listed.

Qualifications

• MSW required.
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in KY by time of hire.
• Minimum 3 years related experience.
• Supervisory responsibilities for unit social workers.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical and administrative oversight to unit social workers.
• Direct supervision of the unit social workers and treatment team.
• Coordinate clinical services within unit treatment team and broader social work department.
• Assist in hiring and staff development for the program.
• Engage families in patient treatment plans and liaise with external partners.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Education

MSW

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title ESH Active Treatment Coordinator/UKHC

Requisition Number RE55919

Working Title ESH Active Treatment Coord/UKHC

Department Name H1100: ESH Psychosocial Services

Work 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

Click here for more information about equivalencies: 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 M-F 7:30am-4:00pm (weekend and/or evening availability may occasionally be required)

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

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? Yes

Preferred Education/Experience LCSW + 3 experience preferred

Deadline to Apply 09/30/2026

Our University Community We 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.

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