Social Worker - LMSW, Med/Surg/ED

Mayo Clinic • Phoenix, AZ

4d • $69,451 - $104,270

About The Position

The Social Worker (LMSW) works in Med/Surg/ED under the supervision of a social worker who meets state-required standards. The role conducts diagnostic assessments, determines clinical interventions, facilitates crisis intervention and psychotherapy, and provides education to patients and families. The social worker collaborates with multidisciplinary teams and external support systems, participates in developing and implementing treatment and transition plans, and serves as a multidisciplinary team member. The position functions within Mayo Clinic’s research, practice, and education shields; follows ethical and NASW standards for healthcare social workers, including medical/legal responsibilities; and serves as a resource to allied and administrative staff in Social Work and Nursing.

Requirements

• Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from an accredited program.
• Advanced knowledge of categories of mental illness, personality development, psychiatric treatment types, and individual, group, and family therapy.
• Knowledge of adjustment to medical diagnoses and chronic disease.
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with patients, family members, consultants, residents, hospital personnel, community agencies, and other resources.
• Psychosocial diagnostic skills.
• Licensure in accordance with applicable state requirements. For Arizona, an active license through the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Examiners and Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential are required.

Nice To Haves

• Emergency department (ED) experience is preferred.
• 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 verbally and in writing with multidisciplinary teams and external support systems.
• Participate in developing and implementing treatment and transition plans.
• Function as a multidisciplinary team member within Mayo Clinic’s research, practice, and education shields.
• Comply with ethical and NASW standards for healthcare social workers, including medical/legal responsibilities.
• Serve as a resource to allied and administrative staff within Social Work and the Department of Nursing.

Benefits

• Multiple medical plan options.
• Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Affordable vision plan with a national network.
• HSA and FSA pre-tax savings accounts for eligible expenses.
• Competitive retirement package.
• Continuing education and advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time