Job Description

Plans, organizes and implements social work services for patients living with HIV during their inpatient stay. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: Completes Ryan White Program intakes and assessments. Counsels patients/families about the basic medical and psychosocial aspects of HIV/AIDS in order to optimize adherence to care. Provides psychotherapy services for patients and their families. Conducts family therapy with participants in research study including documentation. Prepares psychosocial reports and maintains necessary records. Schedules patient appointments and provides telephone follow-up. Facilitates referrals and community resources for patients/families. Verifies insurance coverage for patients. Answers inquiries from patients/families about community resources. Maintains current knowledge of medical and psychosocial developments concerning HIV/AIDS and related conditions, and routinely interacts with providers, clinicians, pharmacists, and others involved in service delivery. Working Conditions: Normal office environment. Physical Effort: Typically sitting at a desk or table. Equipment: Office equipment. Required Qualifications: Master's degree in Social Work. Certifications: Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration. Work Experience: No specific work experience is required for this position. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working with people living with HIV. Experience working with HIV Services. Skills: Active Listening, Case Management, Computer Literacy, Critical Thinking, Cultural Diversity, Customer Empathy, Family Support, HIV AIDS, Insurance Verification, Interpersonal Relationships, Oral Communications, Patient Advocacy, Patient Education, Problem Solving, Time Management, Written Communication. Additional Information: All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship. Pre-Employment Screening includes criminal background check, drug screen, employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. Benefits include up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, sick time, competitive health insurance, free Metro transit U-Pass, defined contribution Retirement Savings Plan, wellness programs, family care resources, and tuition coverage for employees and their families.

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