Position Title:Veterinary Social Worker
Job Group:Professional & Scientific
Required Minimum Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of related experience
Preferred Qualifications:Master’s Degree in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
Experience in bereavement counseling and crisis intervention.
Familiarity with veterinary or medical settings.
Group counseling expertise.
Proven success in program development.
Job Description:
Summary
Join Our Team as a Veterinary Social Worker at the Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center!
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of people and their beloved animals? Iowa State University’s Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center (LVMC) is seeking a compassionate, skilled, and innovative Social Worker to support both clients and staff. This unique opportunity allows you to blend crisis support, emotional wellness, and education to create a lasting impact in a dynamic veterinary hospital setting.
Why Join Us?
+ Make a Real ImpactHelp clients navigate challenging situations such as pet loss, financial difficulties, and grief while fostering emotional wellness among our veterinary team.
+ Lead in InnovationBe part of a forward-thinking program that sets new standards in veterinary social work, focusing on crisis support, bereavement, and wellness programming.
+ Collaborative EnvironmentWork alongside a team of dedicated clinicians, technicians, and staff providing 24-hour, cutting-edge care for animal patients throughout Iowa and neighboring states.
About the Lloyd Veterinary Medical Center
The LVMC offers specialized medical and surgical care for both companion and large animals. Our expert teams include clinicians, residents, interns, technicians, staff, and senior veterinary students who work together to deliver state-of-the-art treatment.
Your Key Responsibilities
Direct Client Support
+ Provide compassionate support for clients facing pet loss, illness, and other crises.
+ Collaborate with the veterinary team to enhance client care through consultation and tailored resources.
+ Facilitate support groups, workshops, and educational initiatives around grief and emotional challenges.
Staff Wellness Programming
+ Develop and refine wellness initiatives to support faculty and staff.
+ Offer short-term interventions like conflict mediation, crisis support, and referrals.
+ Lead workshops and create peer support programs to promote mental health and resilience.
Instructional Support
+ Mentor students and house officers on wellness strategies.
+ Deliver workshops on stress management and emotional well-being in a veterinary setting.
Community and Administrative Outreach
+ Create and distribute educational materials on mental health and pet loss.
+ Maintain confidential documentation of client and team interventions.
+ Build partnerships with community organizations to expand support networks.
Why This Role Matters
As the Veterinary Social Worker, you’ll be at the heart of a compassionate team, helping people and animals alike during critical moments. Whether supporting a grieving client, mentoring future veterinary professionals, or improving wellness for staff, your contributions will shape the future of veterinary social work and leave a lasting legacy of care.
Ready to Make a Difference?Join us at Iowa State University and become a part of an innovative team redefining veterinary care. Apply today!
To guarantee full consideration, applications must be received by 12/20/2024.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an on-going basis without sponsorship.
Level Guidelines- Senior-level position possessing high-level professional and/or technical skills working independently under minimal supervision to support ISU’s mission and department or work unit goals- Applies senior-level professional knowledge and expertise to work requiring greater latitude- Solves moderately complex problems and regularly exercises judgment to determine appropriate action- Regularly exercises judgment to resolve problems and determine appropriate action on a broad set of issue and problems. May provide recommendations regarding problems/issues outside the bounds of defined procedures and practices- Responds to complicated inquiries, provides training, and provides direction to lower-level staff- May provide supervision for one to two other staff (i.e., leads a small work team)- May lead projects for which well-defined practices and procedures may not exist- Provides guidance to students
Appointment Type:Regular
Number of Months Employed Per Year:12 Month Work Period
Time Type:Full time
Pay Grade:PS809
Application Instructions:To apply for this position, please click on “Apply” and complete the Employment Application. Please be prepared to enter or attach the following: 1) Resume/Curriculum Vitae 2) Letter of Application/Cover Letter If you have questions regarding this application process, please email employment@iastate.edu or call 515-294-4800 or Toll Free: 1-877-477-7485. Why Choose ISU? Iowa State Employees enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as: – Retirement benefits including defined benefit and defined contribution plans – Generous vacation, holiday and sick time and leave plans – Onsite childcare (Ames, Iowa) – Life insurance and long-term disability – Flexible Spending Accounts – Various voluntary benefits and discounts – Employee Assistance Program – Wellbeing program – Iowa State offers WorkFlex options for some positions. WorkFlex offers flexibility on when, where, and how you do your work. For more information, please speak with the Hiring Manager.
Original Posting Date: December 6, 2024
Posting Close Date:December 29, 2024
Job Requisition Number:R16022
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