Psychiatric Social Worker II - REACT Psychiatry Clinic (AM)

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee wellness program

Parental leave

PSLF program

Job summary

UAB Medicine in Birmingham, AL is seeking a clinical social worker to join the REACT multidisciplinary team. You will provide direct clinical services including individual, group, and family psychotherapy, patient and family education, and intake evaluation clinics.

The role supports psychiatrists in medication management and offers opportunities to teach in your area of expertise. Requirements include a Master’s in Social Work, licensure or eligibility for licensure, and Alabama driver's

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure at the graduate level (LICSW preferred).
• Alabama driver’s license required.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual, group and family psychotherapy as part of the REACT team.
• Educate patients and families; conduct intake evaluation clinics.
• Assist psychiatrists in medication management and provide teaching as needed.

Skills

Clinical social work

Group therapy

Communication

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Position Overview

Shifts: full-time AM

Schedules: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 5:00pm with rotating late shift and weekend coverage

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Description

Functions as a clinical member of the REACT multidisciplinary team and provides treatment, rehabilitation, and support services. Provides direct clinical social work services to community psychiatry patients, including: individual, group and family psychotherapy; patient and family education, consultation, facilitates intake evaluation clinics; assists psychiatrists in medication management; and provides some teaching in area of expertise.

Qualifications

Master’s degree from an accredited school of social work. Must also adhere to the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics and be licensed or eligible for licensure on the graduate level. Adult, child and adolescent mental health experience preferred. Currently licensed as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) issued by the Alabama State Board of Social Worker Examiners, or license must be obtained with six (6) months of hire. Valid Alabama driver’s license

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama’s largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year – from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, more than 67 other sites of care, and a team of over 3,100 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital – ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital – along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent’s hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you’re seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there’s a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you’ll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff.