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Medical Social Consultant - Mood Anxiety Clinic, College of Medicine

University of Illinois Chicago
life insurance, paid time off, retirement plan
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Feb 20, 2026
Medical Social Consultant - Mood Anxiety Clinic, College of Medicine Medical Social Consultant - Mood Anxiety Clinic, College of Medicine Hiring Department: Mood Anxiety Clinic Location: Chicago, IL USA Requisition ID: 1039255 FTE: 1 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 8 hours per day Shift: Days # of Positions: 4 Workplace Type: On-Site Posting Close Date: March 5, 2026 Salary: $70,000.00 - 95,000.00/ annually About the University of Illinois Chicago UIC is among the nation's preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent "Best Colleges" rankings published by U.S. News & World Report, found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago. This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents. The Medical Social Consultant will conduct diagnostic assessments and provide evidence-based psychotherapy services for adult patients in the Department of Psychiatry. A strong background in multidisciplinary consultation and evidence-based therapy psychotherapy service delivery is essential. The consultant will also join a productive multidisciplinary team of clinicians dedicated to treating Long Covid. Duties & Responsibilities: Patient care: Participate in a multidisciplinary team by contributing clinical insights and developing individualized or group treatment plans for patients with long covid and those a part of the Mood and Anxiety Disorders Program. Conduct diagnostic assessments to evaluate patients' mental health needs. Provide evidence-based psychotherapy services ( e.g., CBT, ACT, DBT) for adult patients in the Department of Psychiatry. Facilitate care coordination with internal or external providers and patient support system to support treatment plan and patient care. Provide crisis intervention by conducting risk assessments and developing safety plans as needed. Administrative duties: Attend departmental and clinic required meetings and conferences. Document and maintain case notes as specified by department's compliance policies. Teach and supervise Social Work interns on documentation and clinical skills as needed. Minimum Qualifications Required: Master's degree from an accredited school or university in social or behavioral science or a related health specialty area. Current State of IL Licensure as a Licensed Social Worker or a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. Current State of Illinois Licensure as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a background in provision of evidenced-based psychotherapy services. Possession of a current/valid American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support CPR Certification. Preferred Qualifications: A background in evidence-based psychotherapies such as ACT and CBT. To Apply: For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application. Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required 180 days of employment. The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify. The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person. To apply, visit https://uic.csod.com/ux/ats/careersite/1/home/requisition/19140?c=uic Copyright 2025 Jobelephant.com Inc. All rights reserved. Posted by the FREE value-added recruitment advertising agency jeid-0f8a0654bb88a74e94db2d773eff432b