Social Worker – PEAK (Professional Evaluation and Assessment of Kids)

Work Schedule :

Full-time, 100% FTE day shift position.

Monday - Friday between the hours of 7:00am - 5:00pm, no weekends or holidays required.

Hours may vary based on the operational needs of the department.

Be part of something remarkable

Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! We are seeking a Social Worker within the new UW Health PEAK (Professional Evaluation and Assessment of Kids) program to:


* Conduct integrated biopsychosocial assessments for pediatric patients via in depth telehealth appointments.


* Clarify medical risk factors for cognitive or developmental difficulties.


* Conduct differential diagnostics for possible disorders accounting for presenting complaints (e.g., Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Specific Learning Disabilities such as dyslexia).


* Ensure the child is routed to the correct pediatric clinic for appropriate further assessment of those likely conditions.


* Provide psychoeducation for parents to request additional services and supports through the public school system.


* Identify other recommendations that may be beneficial to address the presenting symptoms.


* This social worker will be responsible for tracking parent and teacher checklists and facilitating communication across appropriate clinics.

At UW Health, you will have :


* An excellent benefits package, including health and dental insurance, paid time off, retirement plans, two-week paid parental leave and adoption assistance.


* Access to great resources through the UW Health Employee Wellbeing Department that supports your emotional, financial, and physical well-being.


* Tuition benefits eligibility - UW Health invests in your professional growth by helping pay for coursework associated with career advancement.


* Options for a variety of schedules and shifts that offer flexibility and allow for work-life balance.

Education:


* Minimum - Master's Degree in Social Work

Work Experience:

Preferred -


* Two (2) years prior hospital based social work experience


* Telehealth experience


* Experience with neurodiverse and/or medically complex populations


* Bilingual preferred

Certifications:

Minimum - Licensed in the state of Wisconsin with one of the following within 90 days of hire:


* Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Preferred - Licensed in the state of Illinois (for telehealth purposes) with one of the following within 90 days of hire:


* Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer.

Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

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