Licensed Clinical Social Worker; UBMD Pediatrics

Licensed Clinical Social Worker; UBMD Pediatrics

Position Title: Licensed Clinical Social Worker; UBMD Pediatrics
Department: Pediatrics
Job Type: Full-Time

Position Summary

UBMD Pediatrics, in the Department of Pediatrics in the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo (UB) is actively recruiting for a full-time compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to support the Pediatric Pulmonology and Nephrology divisions. This role provides psychosocial assessment, care coordination, and resource navigation for children and families managing complex pulmonary and renal conditions. The social worker will collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to support patient wellbeing, treatment adherence, and access to community resources.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and provide ongoing support to patients and families;
• Coordinate care and connect families with hospital, community, and public resources (transportation, insurance navigation, financial assistance, disability benefits, etc.);
• Participate in multidisciplinary care planning and case conferences;
• Provide education and support related to illness adjustment and treatment adherence;
• Serve as liaison with schools, community agencies, and Child Protective Services when needed;
• Assist families with documentation including FMLA, work accommodations, and transition planning to adult care;
• Maintain timely documentation and ensure compliance with institutional and regulatory standards;
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, departmental projects, and professional development activities.

UBMD Pediatrics is one of 16 practice plans within UBMD Physicians Group, the single largest medical group in Western New York. We provide premier health care to infants, children, adolescents and adults. In addition to primary care pediatrics, we have 15 pediatric sub-specialties. Our physicians make up the academic teaching faculty within the Department of Pediatrics at the Jacobs School of Medicine and Biomedical Sciences at the University at Buffalo and Golisano Childrens Hospital.

About The University at Buffalo

The University at Buffalo (UB) #ubuffalo is one of Americas leading public research universities and a flagship of the State University of New York system, recognized for our excellence and our impact. UB is a premier, research-intensive public university dedicated to academic excellence. Our research, creative activity and people positively impact the world. Like the city we call home, UB is distinguished by a culture of resilient optimism, resourceful thinking and pragmatic dreaming that enables us to reach others every day. Visit our website to learn more about the University at Buffalo and the Buffalo/Niagara Region.

University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New York State.
• Masters degree in Social Work (MSW).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with children, adolescents, or families in healthcare or community settings preferred.

Salary Range

$60,000 - $70,000