Social Worker Senior​/UKHC

Job Title Social Worker Senior/UKHC

Requisition Number RE53107

Working Title Social Worker Senior

Department Name MG31I:

IM-INFECTIOUS DISEASE

Work Location Lexington, KY

Grade Level 11

Salary Range $54,/year

Type of Position Staff

Position Time Status Full-Time

Required Education MSW

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Required Related Experience No experience required.

Required License/Registration/Certification Certified Social Worker ( CSW )

Physical Requirements Sitting for long periods of time, occasional lifting of objects 25 lbs, repetitive motions.

Shift Day shift
- Monday
- Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

Job Summary The Bluegrass Care Clinic within the  at UK Health Care is searching for a motivated individual to fill the Social Worker Senior position within the WRAP Program.

Job Summary (continued) The Social Worker Senior position is an integral link within the program’s multidisciplinary team to ensure that the Program clients receive critical social services that allow for better outcomes. This position serves as a liaison with other departments and community agencies to engage clients in a range of services to help meet their care issues.

IEBC (Internal Employee Being Considered)

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Good communication skills, organizational skills, and excellent problem solving skills.
• Experience with Windows PC and Microsoft Office software;
• Ability to learn multiple electronic health record systems.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? No

Preferred Education/Experience

• Master’s degree plus 3 or more years of social work experience, preferably in a medical setting.
• Related work experience involving people with substance use disorders and case management experience preferred.

Final date to receive applications 02/08/2026

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Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.