Social Worker - Behavioral Health, Part-time

Gundersen Health System • La Crosse, WI

81d • $25

About The Position

Emplify Health by Gundersen Health System is now hiring a part time Social Worker for OUR NEW EmPATH Behavioral Health Unit!! EmPATH stands for Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing, and it’s an alternative way to treat patients who present to the hospital emergency room while in a mental health crisis.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or in a related field.
• WI Social Worker license.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year work experience in social services in a hospital, medical clinic, county social service agency or nursing home.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of services to our patients in an outpatient setting including discharge planning, care coordination, care navigation, resource connections, supportive listening, ACP completion and long-term care planning.
• Assess complex biopsychosocial needs and provides interventions to support the individualized treatment plan.
• Act as consultants and leaders in comprehensive care throughout the system, while supporting organizational strategies and goals.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $25.40/hour + more for relatable experience.
• Department with a strong teamwork model.
• Generous compensation and benefit package.
• Growth opportunities and access to Gundersen's Career Development Center.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree