Medical Social Consultant - Neuropsychology Clinic

Medical Social Consultant - Neuropsychology Clinic

Hiring Department: Neuropsychology Clinic

Location: Chicago, IL USA

Requisition ID: 1022992

Posting Close Date: 7/23/2024

About the University of Illinois Chicago

UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges.

By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has nearly 260,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.

This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience.

In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits

Description:

The Medical Social Consultant will conduct diagnostic assessments and provide evidence-based psychotherapy services for adult patients in the Department of Psychiatry. A strong background in multidisciplinary consultation and evidence-based therapy psychotherapy service delivery is essential. The consultant will also join a productive multidisciplinary team of clinicians dedicated to treating Long Covid.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Patient care. The consultant will join a productive multidisciplinary team of clinicians dedicated to treating Long Covid.

The Medical Social Consultant will also conduct diagnostic assessments and provide evidence-based psychotherapy services for adult patients in the Department of Psychiatry. Administrative duties. These would include attending meetings and conferences, assisting with collaboration of care within the Department of Psychiatry and Long Covid clinic. There is also a possibility of teaching and supervising SW interns in the future.

Minimum Qualifications Required:

• Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area. Based on institutional requirements for each position:

• Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

• Demonstrated prior experience and background in the provision of evidence-based psychotherapy services.

Preferred Qualifications:

• A background in evidence-based psychotherapies such as ACT and CBT.

To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held.

Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.

Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply.

You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment.

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