Instructor, Social Worker Elder Abuse Intervention in Primary Care

Overview

Instructor, Social Worker for Elder Abuse Intervention in Primary Care

Description

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department:
Medicine, Division of Geriatric Medicine

Job Title:
Instructor, Social Worker for Elder Abuse Intervention in Primary Care

Position # - Requisition #38864

• Care Coordination & Case Management

  • Assess the psychosocial needs of geriatric patients and families dealing with elder mistreatment

  • Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team

  • Identify and connect patients with appropriate community resources, including transportation, housing, and financial assistance

  • Assist patients in applying for public benefits, including Medicaid, Medicare, and long-term care services

  • Advocate for patients and address barriers to care, including socioeconomic factors and health literacy issues

  • Serve as a liaison between the patient, healthcare providers, and other community agencies

• Behavioral Health & Clinical Care

  • Using motivational interviewing and restorative practices to engage patients and supportive loved ones in care

  • Offer crisis intervention and support for patients experiencing abuse and neglect

  • Coordinate referrals to specialty mental health services when indicated, ensuring continuity of care

  • Participate in quality improvement projects and facilitate group visits as needed

• Administrative & Research Activities

  • Help schedule meetings with research team members

  • Complete data auditing

  • Contribute to team discussions regarding research methodology

Onsite

Why work for the University?

• Medical:
  Multiple plan options

• Dental:
  Multiple plan options

• Additional Insurance:
  Disability, Life, Vision

• Retirement 401(a) Plan:
  Employer contributes 10% of your gross pay

• Paid Time Off:
  Accruals over the year

• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)

• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)

• Holiday Days: 10/year

• Tuition Benefit:
  Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses

• ECO Pass:
  Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from an accredited institution

• Current and unrestricted Colorado state licensure as an LMSW, LSW, or LCSW

Preferred Qualifications

• Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of experience in care management, integrated behavioral health in primary care, healthcare settings, protective services, victims services, or other relevant clinical experience

• Expertise in evidence-based behavioral interventions and psychotherapies (e.g., motivational interviewing, cognitive-behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, etc.)

• Experience working with older adults and knowledge of common behavioral and physical health issues among older adults (e.g., chronic disease management, sleep disruption, depression/anxiety, cognitive decline, grief, caregiver stress, etc.)

Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

• Clinical skills conducting brief and targeted assessments to provide evidence-based brief interventions, health and behavior change, and triage for appropriate level of care

• A growth mindset that supports flexibility and adaptability in an evolving healthcare environment

• Works well with diverse patient populations

• Works effectively both as part of a team and independently

• Comfort working with a wide variety of teams including clinics, home health care, adult protection, and law enforcement agencies

• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinic providers and staff

• Works effectively on multiple tasks and maintains a well-organized work environment

• Excellent communication skills and ability to work with professionals across disciplines

• Maintains confidentiality in accordance with ethical codes and state and federal laws

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Posting entities:
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus. This is a grant funded, 0.5-1.0 FTE position with onsite work in Aurora, CO. This position involves direct clinical care, administrative duties, and research activities. This description preserves the core responsibilities, qualifications, and context from the original posting.