Licensed Master Social Worker - PRI Inpatient

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Closing Date:

07/24/2025

Type of Position:

Clinical Staff - Psychiatry

Job Type:

RegularDay Shift (United States of America)No

Institution Name:

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.
 

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.  To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

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Department:

ICE | BHSL IP Social Workers

Department's Website:

Summary of Job Duties:

THIS POSITION WILL WORK FOUR 10 HOUR SHIFTS (Sun-Wed OR Wed-Sat).

The Licensed Master Social Worker at the Psychiatric Research Institute's adult inpatient units functions in the role assisting the patient and family and interdisciplinary team through the care episode. Primary duties in addition to any discharge planning activities include individual, group, and family therapy to the adult population, communicating with the patients, assisting in the development of a specific treatment plan that reflects the therapeutic intervention to address the patient’s needs. Provides services through the Psychiatric Consultation Liaison Service.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• Must be licensed by the Arkansas Professional Board – Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Two (2) years of work experience in the behavioral health field
• Required CPI upon hire; CPR before hire 
   

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of a licensed psychologist, psychiatrist, or licensed certified social worker, provides psychosocial assistance to patients and families in the areas of financial challenges, local housing, transportation, food, and prescribed medications.

• Intervenes in crises to assist clients and conducts assessments to determine needs. ​

• Investigates child abuse or neglect cases and takes authorized protective action when necessary.

• Assists patients and families with education, coping strategies, adjustment to disease, grief response, and acute or chronic mental health issues.

• Organizes patient support groups and advocates for patients within the community.

• Refers clients to community or social service programs and educational or work programs.

• Completes other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Commensurate with education and experience

Required Documents to Apply:

License or Certificate (see special instructions for submission instructions), List of three Professional References (name, email, business title), ResumeProof of Veteran Status

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edu for any recruiting related questions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS  

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

Pre-employment Screening Requirements:

Adult Maltreatment, Annual TB Screening, Child Maltreatment, Criminal Background Check, Substance Abuse Testing

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity.  The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law. 

Constant Physical Activity:

Hearing, Standing, Talking, Walking

Frequent Physical Activity:

Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Sitting

Occasional Physical Activity:

N/A

Benefits Eligible:

Yes