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Job Description

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus for eligible new part-time and full-time employees joining UW Medicine

The **Harborview Medical Center – Social Work Department** has an outstanding opportunity for a **Gun Violence Mobile Advocate Counselor (Social Worker)** to join the **Violence Intervention and Prevention Program** .

WORK SCHEDULE

+ Full-Time / 40 Hours per week

+ Day Shift

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

+ The Violence Intervention and Prevention Program (VIPP) serves diverse, medically, and psychosocially complex patients with trauma related injuries secondary to gun violence

+ Provide patient centered counseling, system navigation, and clinical support

+ Care needs for these patients and families can be extensive and complex, requiring coordination across multiple providers and systems

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

+ Provide trauma-informed, survivor-centered information, crisis intervention, legal, medical, and general advocacy, support, and referrals to survivors of gun violence and their families at the individual and system level

+ Provide assessments, brief intervention, trauma focused therapy, and psychosocial support to survivors and their families. Provide crisis intervention to victims/family members over the phone and in-person

+ This position is based out of HMC’s Harborview Abuse and Trauma Clinic (HATC) and works collaboratively with other VIPP team members to serve survivors of gun violence and their families, by offering consultation and support to the team and other health care team members. This position can also meet patients in specialty clinics, inpatient hospital, and/or with other members of the care team

+ Develop ongoing relationships internally and with external health providers, law enforcement, and other social service providers to provide effective and timely continuity of care for primary and secondary survivors. Work in partnership with King County, City of Seattle, Department of Commerce, and community-based organizations to ensure survivors are getting timely and helpful services to meet their needs

+ Develop ongoing relationships with service providers, community-based organizations, and other systems through outreach and engagement efforts and representing VIPP at community-based events

REQUIRED POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

A Master of Social Work Degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education

AND

One year of full-time social work experience in a health care setting or equivalent. Experience can include a practicum placement as part of a social work training program and/or employment experience.

LEGAL REQUIREMENTS

Must hold one of the following credentials issued by the state of Washington:

• Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker

ABOUT HARBORVIEW MEDICAL CENTER

As the region's only Level I Trauma and verified burn center, Harborview Medical Center is a comprehensive healthcare facility owned by King County and operated by UW Medicine. It is dedicated to providing specialized care for a broad spectrum of patients from throughout the Pacific Northwest, including the most vulnerable residents of King County. It provides exemplary patient care in leading-edge centers of emphasis, including emergency medicine, trauma and burn care, neurosciences, ophthalmology, vascular surgery, HIV/AIDS, rehabilitation, mental health and substance abuse care.

Harborview employees are committed to the vital role the institution plays in the immediate community, as well as the entire Northwest region.

Challenge. Collaboration. Compassion.

ABOUT UW MEDICINE – WHERE YOUR IMPACT GOES FURTHER

UW Medicine is Washington’s only health system that includes a top-rated medical school and an internationally recognized research center. UW Medicine’s mission is to improve the health of the public by advancing medical knowledge, providing outstanding primary and specialty care to the people of the region, and preparing tomorrow’s physicians, scientists and other health professionals.

All across UW Medicine, our employees collaborate to perform the highest quality work with integrity and compassion and to create a respectful, welcoming environment where every patient, family, student and colleague is valued and honored. Nearly 29,000 healthcare professionals, researchers, and educators work in the UW Medicine family of organizations that includes: Harborview Medical Center, UW Medical Center - Montlake, UW Medical Center - Northwest, Valley Medical Center, UW Medicine Primary Care, UW Physicians, UW School of Medicine, and Airlift Northwest.

Become part of our team. Join our mission to make life healthier for everyone in our community.

Compensation, Benefits and Position Details

Pay Range Minimum:

$88,524.00 annual

Pay Range Maximum:

$138,516.00 annual

Other Compensation:

$5,000 Sign-On Bonus

Certification Premium - $1.50/hour

Benefits:

For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/

Shift:

First Shift (United States of America)

Temporary or Regular?

This is a regular position

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):

100.00%

Union/Bargaining Unit:

SEIU 1199NW HMC Social Worker and Dietitian

About the UW

Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives – on our campuses, in our state and around the world.

UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.

Our Commitment

The University of Washington is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and welcoming community for all. As an equal opportunity employer, the University considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship, sex, pregnancy, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, or veteran status consistent with UW Executive Order No. 81 (https://policy.uw.edu/directory/po/executive-orders/eo-81-prohibiting-discrimination-harassment-and-sexual-misconduct/) .

To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or [email protected] .

Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law (https://app.leg.wa.gov/RCW/default.aspx?cite=28B.112.080) .

University of Washington is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, sex, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.