Social Worker - Post Transplant

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

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About The Position

Under the supervision of a social worker who meets state-required standards, the Social Worker conducts diagnostic assessments, determines clinical interventions, facilitates crisis intervention and psychotherapy, and provides education to patients and their families. The role communicates verbally and in writing while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external support systems, and participates in developing and implementing treatment and transition plans. The Social Worker functions as a multidisciplinary team member and within Mayo Clinic’s research, practice, and education shields. The position follows ethical and NASW standards for social workers in a healthcare setting, including medical and legal responsibilities, and serves as a resource to allied and administrative staff within the Section of Social Work and the Department of Nursing.

The position is responsible for meeting with all kidney patients within 21 days of surgery and continuing follow-up to ensure psychosocial ability to maintain the graft. A hybrid work arrangement may be possible. The position is not eligible for visa sponsorship except under the TN visa classification. Mayo Clinic does not participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Applicants must attach all required documents to their application: CV or resume and cover letter. Internal applicants must attach their three most recent performance appraisals, or all available appraisals if fewer than three have been completed. Internal candidates who have not met their current department’s one- or two-year commitment must attach an early release from their current supervisor. Applicants with international degrees must provide a detailed U.S. degree equivalency evaluation completed by an organization listed with NACES or AICE.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from an accredited Master of Social Work program.
• Two years of medical experience.
• Active license through the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners; Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) is required.
• Advanced knowledge of categories of mental illness, personality development, types of psychiatric treatment, and individual, group, and family therapy skills.
• Knowledge of adjustment to medical diagnoses and chronic disease.
• Strong human relations skills for interacting with patients, family members, consultants, residents, hospital personnel, community agencies, and other resources.
• Psychosocial diagnostic skills.
• Applicants with international degrees must provide a detailed equivalency evaluation demonstrating a U.S.-equivalent degree from an organization listed with NACES or AICE.
• Applicants must attach a CV or resume and cover letter. Internal applicants must also attach required performance appraisals; internal candidates who have not met their current department’s commitment must attach an early release from their supervisor.

Nice To Haves

• Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
• Transplant experience.
• Specialty certification or training as preferred by the work area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct diagnostic assessments and determine clinical interventions.
• Facilitate crisis intervention and psychotherapy; provide education to patients and their families.
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external support systems.
• Participate in the development and implementation of treatment and transition plans.
• Function as a multidisciplinary team member and within Mayo Clinic’s research, practice, and education shields.
• Comply with ethical and NASW standards for healthcare social workers, including medical and legal responsibilities.
• Serve as a resource to allied and administrative staff within the Section of Social Work and the Department of Nursing.
• Meet with all kidney patients within 21 days of surgery and conduct continued follow-up to ensure psychosocial ability to maintain the graft.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time