Social Worker - CSW, APSW, LCSW

Mayo Clinic • Eau Claire, WI

7d • Onsite

About The Position

As a social worker you will provide comprehensive support across various medical social work areas, including hospital inpatient and transitional care. This position serves as a critical resource within multidisciplinary teams, focusing on patient-centered care and collaboration to ensure optimal discharge planning and coordination of services.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in social work (BSW) or master's degree in social work (MSW) is required.
• Licensed Certified Social Worker (CSW), Licensed Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services is required.
• APSW personnel, following 3,000 hours of clinical social work practice or 4,500 hours dependent upon education credits within the MSW program including at least 1,000 hours or 1,500 hours respectively of face-to-face contact supervised by a person meeting board requirements, must apply for licensure at the LCSW level.
• A condition of employment at the APSW level is the ability to practice clinically leading to LCSW attainment.
• CV/Resume
• Cover letter
• A detailed equivalency evaluation is required, demonstrating a U.S. equivalent degree. Evaluation must be completed by an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) (www.naces.org) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) (www.aice-eval.org).

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience in a medical or healthcare setting is preferred
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to varying patient needs
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively engage with patients, families, and team members
• Knowledge of available community resources and services to enhance patient care
• Commitment to patient advocacy and delivering compassionate care
• Internal applicants must attach their 3 most recent performance appraisals. If you have less than 3 completed, please attach what is available.
• Internal applicants that have not met their current department's 1- or 2-year commitment, must attach an early release from their supervisor.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess and support the needs of the patients and their families
• Coordinate patient discharge planning, ensuring all necessary resources and support systems are in place
• Conduct biopsychosocial assessments to evaluate patients' needs and appropriate interventions
• Engage patients and families in discharge planning processes
• Facilitate communication and coordination with community partners and resources to support ongoing patient care

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level