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Overview

_As a patient-focused organization, University of Utah Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of people through patient care, research and education. Success in this mission requires a culture of collaboration, excellence, leadership, and respect. University of Utah Health seeks staff that are committed to the values of compassion, collaboration, innovation, responsibility, integrity, quality and trust that are integral to our mission. EO/AA_

This position provides core clinical services within assigned treatment program while providing leadership to a clinical team and on-site management support in collaboration with the program manager. Supervising the daily activities of the assigned department by coordinating ongoing education, monitoring quality control and safety processes and is responsible for programmatic development.

Corporate Overview: The University of Utah is a Level 1 Trauma Center and is nationally ranked and recognized for our academic research, quality standards and overall patient experience. Our five hospitals and eleven clinics provide excellence in our comprehensive services, medical advancement, and overall patient outcomes.

Responsibilities

+ Provides direct clinical supervision of programs, group work and family education.

+ Serves as a liaison with all mental health and legal services as required.

+ Assists program manager with providing on-site clinical and leadership interventions.

+ Oversees patient discharge planning and coordination; may provide case management for patients.

+ Provides direct patient care in area of expertise.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

+ Demonstrated human relations and effective communication skills.

+ Knowledge of community resources and mental health laws.

+ Ability to perform the essential functions of the job as outlined in the position description.

+ Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his or her assigned unit.

+ Knowledge of the principles of life span growth and development.

+ Ability to assess data regarding the patient's status and provide care as described in the department's policies and procedures manual.

Qualifications

Qualifications** **Required

+ Master's Degree in Nursing, Social Work, Psychology, or related area, or equivalency.

+ Professional licensure in related area.

+ Three years of experience in a related area, or equivalency, with one of those years in a supervisory capacity.

+ Experience in case management; discharge planning; group, family, and one-on-one interaction.

Licenses Required

+ Current RQI Healthcare Provider eCredential through the University of Utah Health RQI system. The eCredential is to be obtained within 30 days of hire.

+ **One of the following**

+ Current Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.) certificate for clinical practice in the State of Utah.

+ Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Utah, or obtain one within 90 days of hire under the interstate compact if switching residency to State of Utah. Must maintain current Interstate Compact (multi-state) license if residency is not being changed to Utah.

_* Additional license requirements as determined by the hiring department._

Qualifications (Preferred)

Preferred

+ Two years experience in a leadership capacity.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

_Employee must be able to meet the following requirements with or without an accommodation._

+ This position involves intensive work that may exert up to 100 pounds and may consistently require lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise moving objects, such as medical equipment, or patients while providing patient care to those with psychiatric conditions.

Physical Requirements

Carrying, Climbing, Color Determination, Crawling, Far Vision, Lifting, Listening, Manual Dexterity, Near Vision, Pulling and/or Pushing, Reaching, Sitting, Speaking, Standing, Stooping and Crouching, Tasting or Smelling, Walking

Multi-lingual Candidates Welcomed

_To inquire about this posting, email: [email protected]_

EEO Statement

_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, values candidates who have experience working in settings with students and patients from all backgrounds and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education and quality healthcare for historically underrepresented students and patient populations._

_All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply. Veterans’ preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities._

_University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics, a part of The University of Utah, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or protected veteran's status. The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discriminate in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both._

_To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, please contact the University of Utah Health Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources office at 801-581-6500. If you or someone you know has experienced discrimination or sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, you may contact the Director/Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity (OEO). More information, including the Director/Title IX Coordinator's office address, electronic mail address, and telephone number can be located at:www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/_

_Online reports may be submitted atoeo.utah.edu/_

_The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems (“URS”). Eligible new hires with prior URS service, may elect to enroll in URS if they make the election before they become eligible for retirement (usually the first day of work). Contact Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 for information. Individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS are subject to URS’ post-retirement rules and restrictions. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801) 366-7770 or (800) 695-4877 or Hospitals and Clinics Human Resources at (801) 581-6500 if you have questions regarding the post-retirement rules._

_This position may require the successful completion of a criminal background check and/or drug screen._

**Requisition Number** _77425_

**Reg/Temp** _Regular_

**Employment Type** _Full-Time_

**Shift** _Evening_

**Work Schedule** _Mon-Thurs 12:00 PM - 8:30 PM, Fri 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM_

**Location Name** _Kem And Carolyn Gardner Mental Health Crisis Care Center_

**Workplace Set Up** _Hybrid_

**_City_** _South Salt Lake_

**_State_** _UT_

**Department** _HMH OPC 93J ADULT IOP_

**Category** _Social Services_

**Workplace Set Up** _Hybrid_