Social Worker Senior/UKHC

UK HealthCare; Lexington (KY); On-site; USD 54,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The Social Worker Senior serves as a member of the University of Kentucky Pediatrics healthcare team to enhance support for patients, families, providers and staff.

The role ensures patients and families have access to medical and financial resources, and collaborates with DCBS and other agencies on case plans and referrals, including medical neglect and suspected abuse cases. The position supports timely documentation and active communication with the care team to safeguard children.

Qualifications

• MSW required.
• Certified Social Worker (CSW) license required.
• No experience required.

Responsibilities

• Lead referrals and ensure documentation.
• Collaborate on case plans with DCBS and other agencies.
• Respond promptly to investigations of concerns.
• Coordinate with DCBS on medical neglect and suspected abuse referrals.

Education

MSW

Job description

Posting Details

Job Title

Social Worker Senior/UKHC

Requisition Number

RE55233

Department Name

M4000:Pediatrics Clinic

Work Location

Lexington, KY

Grade Level

11

Salary Range

$54,080-95,056/year

Type of Position

Staff

Position Time Status

Full-Time

Required Education

MSW

Required Related Experience

No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification

Certified Social Worker ( CSW )

Physical Requirements

The physical requirements for this position include regularly sitting, standing, walking, with some pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects weighing up to 10lbs and occasional pushing, pulling, and/or lifting objects up to 25lbs.

Shift

Monday – Friday, Days (with flexibility)

Job Summary

The Social Worker Senior serves as a member of the Pediatrics healthcare team to enhance support for patients, families, providers and staff.

The Social Worker role in Pediatrics is critical to ensuring our patients and families have the necessary medical and financial resources available to them and for ensuring all children have access and parental/guardian support to help them thrive.

The Social Worker Senior takes the lead role in these referrals to ensure we maintain the appropriate level of documentation, actively work case plans in collaboration with DCBS and other agencies, and respond appropriately to investigate any concerns in a timely fashion. This person will work closely with DCBS on medical neglect and suspected abuse referrals.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

None

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities?

No

Preferred Education/Experience

One to three years of experience in social work preferred; one year of experience in a medical setting highly preferred.

Deadline to Apply

09/16/2026

Our University Community

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