Social Worker

Extended Job Title

Social Worker

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

522091 - Practice Improvement Ama

Position Description

Employees in this classification are responsible for providing social services to patients and their families by assisting them with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Persons in this position work closely with physicians and nursing staff to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem. They also serve as a resource referral service in advising patients and their families about available community resources.

Requisition ID

37375BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

35.08

Major/Essential Functions

• Serve as liaison between patient, family, medical staff, and outpatient resources to assist with continuation of medical care.
• Refer patient to resources to help with costs of medical care and/or living expenses.
• Serve as information and referral for the community including external entities like Child Protective Services and Adult Protective Services.
• Report cases of abuse to the State.
• Ensure required paperwork required by State of Texas is submitted regarding specific incidents.

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

15.64

Pay Basis

Hourly

Schedule Details

M-F, 8am to 5pm

Work Location

Amarillo

Preferred Qualifications

Must have the ability to communicate effectively with people of different levels of education. Experience working with a wide variety of ages and social work needs for those ages. Experience working within the Amarillo community with knowledge of and connection to resources available. Must understand the purpose and function of the clinic and learn the policies and procedures. Must have a good understanding of community health, welfare, and social service agencies. Must adhere to the Texas State Board of Social Work Examiners Code of Ethics.

Experience within academic medicine setting where interaction may be with a variety of healthcare staff and providers from medical students and residents to advanced practice providers and faculty physicians.

Campus

HSC - Amarillo

Department

Practice Improvement Ama

Required Attachments

Cover Letter, Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website .

Job Group

Social Services

Occasional Duties

• Attend community based resource fairs and conferences to stay informed of local resources.
• Assist clinical departments with specific needs, as approved by supervisor.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.

Required Qualifications

Education:
A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education.

License/Certification:
Licensed or eligible for license as a Social Worker by the Council on Social Work Education.

Does this position work in a research laboratory?

No

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website .