Sr Staff Social Worker & Case Manager Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors > http://bit.ly/UCEMPL Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to 53,235 students, more than 11,000 faculty and staff and 350,000+ living alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country." With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, three straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget stands at $1.85 billion, and its endowment totals nearly $1.8 billion. About the University We hope you will consider joining our energetic team! The Graduate College manages the University of Cincinnati's graduate education process from enrollment to graduation. With over 390 graduate degrees and certificates, we partner with programs and play a critical role in providing support for student success, student support, and student retention. At the Graduate College, we are invested in our graduate students' overall graduate education training experience. Our mission is to promote a student-centered graduate education by fostering partnerships that: (1) advance diversity, inclusion, and belonging for a just global society; (2) enhance the success of students, staff, and faculty; (3) support professional development for students and mentors; and (4) prepare scholars and practitioners to innovate in research and creative endeavors. Our office offers a wealth of resources from health insurance coverage and student informed policies (e.g., parental leave for graduate students) to professional development and mental health training and support to equip students with tools needed to thrive academically and personally. Job Overview As a member of the Graduate College team, this role centers around providing comprehensive support to students during challenging times. The person in this role will work closely with the embedded counselor, university and community partners to address non-clinical, consultative, emergency, and case management needs for graduate students. Essential Functions The Case Manager must have the ability to work independently and to partner with various departments (e.g. UC CARE Team, Accessibility Resources) in order to advance the Graduate College community's awareness of well-being issues and resources. Serve as the first point of contact for students when navigating conflict, grievances, and policies Develop relationships with academic units, student support services across campus to best serve students Provides transitional support to referring therapist and clients in need of referral to community services Provide training for faculty/staff regarding managing student concerns Engage in outreach with students Serving as a liaison, this position facilitates coordination between CAPS, Ombuds, and various community referral sources (e.g. hospitals, private practitioners, clinics, psychiatry services, and other mental health agencies.) Maintain a comprehensive database of community referral resources Collaborate with PM for Community & Belonging; PM for Student Services to support Graduate College activities; and the Graduate College team Manage emergency funding requests in partnership with the Student Concerns subcommittee Minimum Requirements Masters in Social Work, Counseling, or related field LCSW, LPC, LPCC, or similar license/credential (LCSW ideal) Required Education Master's Degree must be in Social Work Required Trainings