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Case Worker – Maternal SUD Program (EMBER) - FT (M-F, 8:00am - 4:30pm) - UH5

101 Truman Medical Center

Job Location

University Health 5 (UH5)

Kansas City, Missouri

Department

UHBH Grants and Special Contracts

Position Type

Full time

Work Schedule

8:00AM - 4:30PM

Hours Per Week

40

Job Description

**Maternal SUD Program (EMBER)** University Health is seeking a compassionate and motivated Community Support Specialist to join the EMBER (Maternal SUD) program.

**The EMBER Program** provides comprehensive, co-located services for **pregnant and postpartum individuals with current or past substance use** . EMBER offers a single, accessible site where patients can receive addiction medicine, maternal-fetal medicine/OB, behavioral health, peer support, social services, and more. By integrating medical, psychiatry, and social services in one location, EMBER ensures timely, coordinated, and culturally sensitive care.

What You’ll Bring to the Table

+ **Relevant Background** : A degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a similar field—or a solid combo of education and real-world experience.

+ **Great with People** : You’re a strong communicator, active listener, and know how to build trust and motivate others.

+ **Natural Leader** : You support your team, share what you know, and help lift others up.

+ **Culturally Aware** : You’re at ease working with people from all walks of life and committed to creating inclusive spaces.

+ **Adaptable** : Things change fast in this field, and you’re ready to roll with it—thinking on your feet and solving problems creatively.

+ **Ready to Drive (If Needed)** : For roles that involve driving, you’ll meet all the safety and compliance standards.

+ **Growth-Minded** : Especially in Employment Services, you're ready to earn your Benefits Planning certification within a year. Learning is your thing.

+ **Field-Ready** : You’ll be out in the community, meeting people where they are—homes, centers, or drop-in spaces. Flexibility is key.

+ **Organized & On Point** : You keep paperwork and compliance in check, so nothing slips through the cracks.

+ **Always Learning** : From onboarding to leadership training, you’re excited to grow and keep leveling up.

Working at University Health is about making a difference. It's providing the best care to every patient every day.

University Health (UH), is committed to being a leader in providing a culturally inclusive workplace for our employees. UH is an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate our differences. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless, but not limited to race, ethnicity, religion, beliefs, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, language, age, citizenship, genetic information, marital status, socioeconomic status, literacy, disability, mobility, abilities, veteran status and any other category protected by applicable law.