Social Services Consultant

Closing Date:

The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at askrecruitment@uams.edu.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor degree in social work, counseling community health or related field plus one (1) year of experience in care and resource coordination for clients in medical settings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• LSW

Additional Information:

Responsibilities:

• Conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments to identify barriers to health, such as housing instability, food insecurity, transportation issues, financial concerns, caregiver stress, mental health needs, and substance use.

• Provides brief interventions, counseling, crisis intervention, and supportive services for patients and families within the primary care setting.

• Coordinates referrals to community resources, social service agencies, behavioral health providers, and specialty care.

• Assists patients in accessing benefits and services, including Medicaid, Medicare, disability resources, and community assistance programs.

• Collaborates with physicians, nurse practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, psychologists, and other members of the interdisciplinary care team to develop patient-centered care plans.

• Participates in population health initiatives that improve health outcomes for patients with chronic diseases and complex medical and social needs.

• Supports care transitions by helping patients navigate hospital discharges, follow-up appointments, and continuity of care.

• Documents patient encounters and interventions in the electronic medical record while maintaining compliance with UAMS policies and HIPAA requirements.

• Educates patients and families about coping strategies, disease management, and available community resources.

• Participates in quality improvement projects, program development, and team meetings to enhance integrated primary care services.

• May perform other duties as assigned.

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

Please contact askrecruitment@uams.edufor any recruiting relatedquestions.

All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Sitehttps://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS

Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.

This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.