Social Worker - LMSW - Liver Program

Mayo Clinic•Phoenix, AZ

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Post Liver Transplant Social Worker provides specialized psychosocial care during the post-transplant phase, addressing issues such as substance use disorders, mental health concerns, adherence challenges, caregiver instability, mental health support, relapse prevention care, and complex case management. While the primary focus is on post-transplant patients, this role may also involve assisting with urgent transplant evaluations and re-transplant needs. As an integral part of a multidisciplinary team within one of the nation's largest transplant programs, this position aims to promote long-term transplant success and minimize preventable complications.

Requirements

MSW degree from an accredited Masters of Social Work Program.
Advanced knowledge of categories in mental illness, personality development, types of psychiatric treatment, and skills in conducting individual, group, and family therapy.
Knowledge in adjustment to medical diagnosis and chronic disease.
Strong human relation skills to interact with patients, patient's family members, consultants, residents, hospital personnel, community agencies, and other resources.
Psychosocial diagnostic skills.
Licensure by applicable state requirements.
Arizona: Active license through Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners; Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) is required.
LMSW with 2 years medical experience required.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with complex medical populations, chronic illness, or transplantation.
Experience in substance use treatment, recovery services, motivational interviewing, or relapse prevention.
Interest in obtaining or maintaining substance use, addiction, or transplant-related specialty certification.
LCSW preferred.
Transplant experience preferred.
Specialty certification/training as preferred by the work area.

Responsibilities

Provides specialized psychosocial care during the post-transplant phase.
Addresses substance use disorders, mental health concerns, adherence challenges, caregiver instability, mental health support, relapse prevention care, and complex case management.
Assists with urgent transplant evaluations and re-transplant needs when necessary.
Functions as an integral part of the multidisciplinary team.
Under supervision, conducts diagnostic assessments, determines clinical interventions, facilitates crisis intervention and psychotherapy, and provides education for patients and their families.
Communicates effectively verbally and in writing.
Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and external support systems.
Participates in the development and implementation of the treatment/transition plan.
Functions within the research, practice, and education shields at Mayo Clinic.
Complies with ethical and NASW standards for social workers in a healthcare setting, including medical/legal responsibilities.
Serves as a resource to other allied and administrative staff within the section of Social Work and the Department of Nursing.