Social Worker LCSW - Pediatrics Adolescent Medicine

Washington University in St. Louis; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 56,200 - 87,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Up to 22 days of vacation

Competitive health insurance packages

Defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan

Free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees

4 weeks of caregiver leave

Job summary

A prestigious educational institution seeks a qualified individual to provide mental health screenings to adolescents ages 12-24. Key responsibilities include facilitating referrals for treatment services and coordinating patient appointments. The ideal candidate will hold a Master's degree in Social Work and have state licensure as an LMSW or LCSW. Experience in counseling youth facing mental health challenges, particularly those from diverse backgrounds, is highly preferred. The role offers a competitive salary range and benefits package.

Qualifications

• Currently a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Missouri or Illinois.
• Basic Life Support certification is required.
• Minimum of two years' experience with mental health and substance abuse assessment and counseling with youth is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Facilitates referrals and community resources for patients and families.
• Supports families in collaborative care with psychiatry.
• Coordinates patient appointments and provides telephone follow-up.

Skills

Active Listening

Case Management

Critical Thinking

Customer Empathy

Interpersonal Relationships

Oral Communications

Patient Advocacy

Problem Solving

Time Management

Written Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Tools

Basic Life Support certification

Job description

Position Summary

This position is responsible for providing mental health screenings for patients served by the Adolescent Medicine Center, ages 12-24. The staff will initiate and facilitate referrals for inpatient and outpatient mental health, eating disorder and substance abuse treatment services, including counseling, psychiatry, nutrition and psychological testing. This position serves youth and families with diverse backgrounds of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender identity; comfort and expertise in cultural congruency is extremely important. A positive youth development approach and shared youth decision-making are incorporated into all client services.

Scheduled Hours

40

Job Description

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

• Facilitates referrals and community resources for patients/families.
• Works closely with adolescents with eating disorders and their caregivers.
• Supports families in a pilot project for collaborative care with psychiatry.
• Verifies insurance coverage for patients and helps families re-establish insurance coverage or change plans.
• Answers inquiries from patients/families about community resources.
• Prepares psychosocial reports and maintains necessary records.
• Coordinates patient appointments and provides telephone follow-up.
• May provide some direct therapy to adolescents and families.

Working Conditions

• Normal office environment.
• Outpatient clinic suites located throughout St. Louis city and county; may go to multiple sites.

Physical Effort

• Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment

• Office equipment.

Education

Master’s degree – Social Work.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

• Basic Life Support – American Heart Association
• Basic Life Support – American Red Cross
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration
• Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) – Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable.

Driver’s License

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

More About This Job

• Master’s degree in Social Work.
• Currently a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location.
• Basic Life Support certification (online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of experience with mental health and substance abuse assessment and counseling with youth.
• Training and clinical experience with trauma modalities (i.e., TF‑CBT, DBT, EMDR).
• Background and expertise in working with youth and young adults who are LGBTQ+ – identified, persons of color.

Additional Education/Certifications/Experience/Skills

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Active Listening, Case Management, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Customer Empathy, Family Support, Interpersonal Relationships, Oral Communications, Patient Advocacy, Patient Education, Problem Solving, Time Management, Written Communication.

Grade

C11

Salary Range

$56,200.00 – $87,100.00 / Annually. The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.

Questions

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.

Accommodation

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [e-mail] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.

Pre-Employment Screening

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.

Benefits Statement

Personal

• Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
• Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
• Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
• WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

• Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

• We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
• WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/

EEO Statement

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity and especially encourages applications by those from underrepresented groups. 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, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.

Washington University is dedicated to building a community of individuals who are committed to contributing to an inclusive environment – fostering respect for all and welcoming individuals from diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives. Individuals with a commitment to these values are encouraged to apply.