Advanced Practice Provider (APP/LCSW/LPC)– NICU/PICU

Location Charlottesville, Virginia, United States of America Category Clinical Support UVA Medical Center Job Id R0083290 Job Type Full time

The Department of Pediatrics seeks a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) to join their Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU) interdisciplinary teams to provide specialized mental health care to children, parents/families, and care partners facing trauma, crisis, and high-stress medical situations. This LCSW/LPC will provide therapy services to address anxiety, stress, grief and loss, end-of-life care, ethical dilemmas, trauma, and other mental health needs associated with a child’s ICU stay.

Hybrid model with inpatient warm handoffs, and virtual and ambulatory.

Therapy visits. Shift: M-F.

Please include a cover letter.

• At least two years of post-licensure clinical experience in high-acuity areas (i.e., ICU, ED, or crisis centers)
• Experience working with an interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Demonstrated comfort with therapeutic interventions and skills appropriate for helping families and patients navigate medical crises and complex conditions, chronic illness, traumatic injury, grief and loss
  

Background checks and pre-employment health screenings will be conducted on all new hires prior to employment. All safety-sensitive positions with direct patient interaction also require a drug screen.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Education: Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE accredited social work program required

Experience: 3 years’ experience post master’s required.

Licensure: Licensed to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the Commonwealth of Virginia (LCSW) or applicants with an active license from another state must obtain Virginia LCSW within 18 months of hire date.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Job requires sitting for prolonged periods, standing/traveling or use of assistive and climbing (stairs, steps). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail, hear, speak, see, distinguish colors, read, ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull less than 20lbs. May be exposed to chemicals, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

The starting base rate for this role is $61,443.20 annually. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings

• Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts

• Certification and education support

• Generous Paid Time Off

UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report “Best Hospitals” guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as “High Performing” in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children’s is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.

The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA’s commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.