University of Kentucky
Lexington, Kentucky, United States
(on-site)
Posted
3 days ago
Salary
$62,400.00 - $111,634.00
Salary - Type
Yearly Salary
Job Function
Other
Description
University of Kentucky
Equal Employment Opportunity/M/F/disability/protected veteran status.
Posting Details
Posting Details
| Job Title | Social Worker Principal/UKHC |
|---|---|
| Requisition Number | RE53280 |
| Working Title | Social Worker Principal - Hazard |
| Department Name | MG150: Medical Group-NFV |
| Work Location | Hazard, KY |
| Grade Level | 12 |
| Salary Range | $62,400-111,634/year |
| Type of Position | Staff |
| Position Time Status | Full-Time |
| Required Education | MSW |
| Click here for more information about equivalencies: | https://hr.uky.edu/employment/working-uk/equivalencies |
| Required Related Experience | 3 yrs |
| Required License/Registration/Certification | Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) |
| Physical Requirements | Sitting for long periods of time, occasional lifting of objects <25 lbs, repetitive motions |
| Shift | Day shift, Monday through Friday, 8:00am 5:00pm. |
| Job Summary | The Social Worker Principal, located at UK's Hazard KY clinic, will help patients deal with various personal, social, and mental health issues such as depression, unemployment domestic abuse and illness. Duties include: conduct mental health assessments for new patients referred and/or scheduled for mental health services, provide direct therapy services for patients, provide referral to mental health program as needed. Use tests, measurements, and measurement scales for general and specific professional knowledge, communication skills, sensitivity, diversity assessments as well as objective patient criteria in a provision of services and evaluation service. This position is located in Hazard KY |
| Skills / Knowledge / Abilities | Licensed Clinical Social Worker |
| Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? | No |
| Preferred Education/Experience | Masters + three years |
| Deadline to Apply | 02/23/2026 |
| Our University Community | We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. 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. |
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Are you aware that this position is located in Hazard, KY?
- Yes
- No
- * Do you currently possess a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or are eligible to obtain one by date of hire?
- Yes
- No
- * Please describe your work experience as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker.
(Open Ended Question)
- * Please describe the age ranges of patients you've worked with in a social work position.
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
PI282423025
Job ID: 82578183