Medical Social Consultant (Team Supervisor)
Hiring Department : CHECK
Location : Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID : 1021904
Posting Close Date : 11/2/2024
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university.
Description:
Provides administrative and clinical supervision of behavioral health staff providing services to program participants and families as assigned primarily through the BCBS Health Equities Pilot Project. This includes participants of varying ages and socioeconomic statuses. Assists with, and provides services, for other related business as needed focused around care coordination and service delivery for families with medical, developmental, and behavioral health needs. Manages and supports staff through patient crisis; provides administrative and clinical supervision, as needed, and assists with ensuring program and staff are meeting assigned goals.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Provides administrative and clinical supervision of program staff.
- Participates in and develops orientation courses, staff development programs, and training of program staff and students, as needed.
- Tracks staff outcomes / identifies and implements strategies for improvement to meet program / staff goals.
- Develops reports and documents, as needed, to demonstrate program outcomes and barriers.
- Supports staff in problem solving day-to-day challenges in accomplishing work tasks.
- Responds to patient related crisis, within scope of training, and appropriately engages leadership and other team members to provide support. Provides other direct services to patient population as needed.
- Assists with overall program development and implementation to achieve best outcomes for total program population.
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area.
- Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
Preferred Qualifications
At least 1 year experience in a behavioral health or similar role.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates.
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