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Closing Date:
10/31/2026
Type of Position:
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
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 | CASL CA Social Work Team B
Department's Website:
Summary of Job Duties:
"This posting can fill a LMSW or LCSW position"
LMSW - The Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) provides clinical psychosocial services and case management for the WPRCI patients and families in our outpatient clinical areas. Services include but are not limited to: initial psychosocial assessment with new patients; ongoing psychosocial assessment as needed during treatment process; development of treatment plans/interventions; coordination with inpatient Care Management/medical staff; advocacy for patient/family with healthcare providers and community resources; patient/family education, information and referrals; assistance with financial/social needs related to housing, transportation, food, medications, and access to treatment/clinical trials; interdisciplinary team coordination/communication; and assistance with mental health issues and emotional adjustment to illness, including emotional support, psychotherapy (individual, group, family, couples, children), crisis intervention, and grief counseling. Participates in program development under the supervision of LCSW staff. Participates in supervision process with LCSW toward obtaining LCSW.
LCSW - Serves within multidisciplinary team to provide clinical psychosocial services for patients in the UAMS Cancer Service Line to include: initial psychosocial assessment with new patients; ongoing psychosocial assessment as needed during treatment process and beyond; development of treatment plans/interventions that are documented in the EMR; response to emotional components of illness, including adjustment to illness and grief counseling, psychotherapy (individual, couples, family, children), and crisis intervention. Provides direct counseling and education to patients/families regarding financial/social support to insure completion of treatment and access to clinical trials. Develops programs that offer specialty care to support them through the continuum of cancer treatment. Supervises graduate interns through their field experience and final requirements for graduation. Serves as liaison with other departments/agencies, both internal and external. Models positive collaboration/interaction with colleagues, management team, and other UAMS departments. Periodic travel and evening work may be required
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
LMSW:
- Masters Degree - Social Work PLUS Professional License / Certificate - LMSW;
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and decision-making skills.
- Ability to think independently, multi-task, make quick, decisive choices, all while fostering team interactions.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Must have thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
LCSW:
- Masters Degree in Social Work; PLUS Zero (0) to Two (2) years working in administration, nonprofit organization, or health care environment with supervisory experience
- Current LCSW license from Arkansas Social Work Licensing Board.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and decision-making skills.
- Ability to think independently, multi-task, make quick, decisive choices, all while fostering team interactions.
- Excellent customer service skills.
- Must have thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
Qualifications Equivalencies:
Additional Information:
Responsibilities:
- Serves as a member of the multidisciplinary health care team by preparing individualized treatment plans based on diagnostic assessments.
- Liaisons with other departments and agencies to ensure proper allocation of resources to administer treatment plans.
- Administers direct clinical services including individual therapy, family therapy, and group therapy.
- Completes mandatory reporting in compliance with legal and professional standards and guidelines.
- Supports and provides therapy and intervention for families dealing with disease, grief, crisis, and acute or chronic mental health issues.
- Organizes patient support groups and serves as an advocate for patients within the community.
- Interviews clients and performs psychosocial assessments to determine the needs of the patient or family.
- Documents interview information and assessment results into medical records and initiates intervention plan.
- Offers coping strategies and assists patients and families in securing needed resources for financial and other services to ensure continuity of care.
- Participates with quality improvement, student supervision, obtaining resources, and departmental projects.
- Maintains professional skills and credentialing as required by professional licensing organization.
- Represents the department as needed on campus committees.
- May perform other duties.
Physical Requirements:
Stand: Constantly
Sit: Constantly
Walk: Constantly
Bend, crawl, crouch, kneel, stoop or reach overhead: Occasionally
Lift and carry weight: 20+ lbs.
Push and pull weight: 20+ lbs.
Use hands to touch, handle or feel: Frequently
Talk: Constantly
Hear: Continuously
Taste or smell: Never
Read, concentrate, and think analytically: Continuously
Physical Environment: Inside Medical Facility Environment
Noise Level: Moderate
Visual Requirements: Color discrimination, Depth perception, Far visual acuity, Near visual acuity
Hazards: None
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), Resume
Optional Documents:
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Recruitment Contact Information:
Please contact [email protected] 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:
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:
Frequent Physical Activity:
Occasional Physical Activity:
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
