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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):
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.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
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
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Bachelor’s degree in Social Work, Counseling, Psychology, or related field plus four (4) years of general experience in community outreach, education, case management, or administrative experience required.
Two (2) years of experience in a behavioral health setting preferred.
Responsibilities:
Complete needs assessment with all individuals requesting services.
Assist clinical care team in identifying personal goals for behavioral health using one-on-one and group sessions.
Support goal setting and development of a behavioral health care plan by providing skills, strengths, supports and resources to aid them.
Assist with obtaining community resources for housing, childcare, and transportation; building social skills; education/employment opportunities; obtaining medical services; and other recovery-oriented activities.
Assist in identifying personal and environmental obstacles to stability, linking to community supports and programming, including inpatient services if needed, and serve as a personal guide and mentor in the management of personal and family integration.
Assist in developing empowerment skills.
Work with clinical staff in developing and implementing post-discharge follow-up procedures to support individuals following discharge.
Provide information for self-help and support groups, parenting skills, nutrition and strategies to promote wellness and recovery.
Independently or with periodic assistance of higher-graded treatment team members, utilize and teach problem-solving techniques with individuals and groups.
Assist with stakeholder and community outreach/networking; psychoeducational groups, educational programs, and program administrative support as assigned.
Work closely with the participant’s treatment team, patient’s family and community in determining the steps they need to take in order to achieve recovery goals and self-directed recovery.
Relay patient issues and concerns to the treatment team.
Attend and participate in treatment team and project meetings.
Performs other related responsibilities as required.
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Please contact
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All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://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.