Social Worker (MSW)

ThedaCare • Appleton, WI

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Social Worker (MSW) provides quality psychosocial care to patients and coordinates care with the medical team while applying the social work code of ethics. The role assesses patient needs, medical plans of care, coping abilities, and barriers to care, then implements interventions and provides resources. The Social Worker collaborates with patients, families, caregivers, and health care providers to support care planning, transitions, and patient outcomes.

The schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., with weekend and holiday rotation. The position is based at ThedaCare Regional Medical Center – Appleton in Appleton, Wisconsin, and is scheduled for 40 hours per week.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in social work.
• Licensure or certification as a Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Advanced Practice Social Worker (APSW), Certified Independent Social Worker (CISW), or Certified Social Worker (CSW).
• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Ability to move freely, including standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing, and pulling.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients with complex care needs and assess their psychosocial status.
• Establish rapport with patients and families and participate in developing and implementing plans of care.
• Collaborate with the health care team using effective oral and written communication to enhance quality and care.
• Develop psychosocial interventions for patients and families using community resources.
• Incorporate social, emotional, financial, and spiritual aspects of care into patient plans.
• Evaluate progress toward patient outcomes and goals and modify plans as appropriate.
• Serve as a consultant, patient advocate, and liaison for patients and families with social work needs and complex psychosocial issues.
• Facilitate specialty-specific psychoeducational support groups in applicable care settings.
• Arrange resources or funds for medications, durable medical equipment, housing, transportation, and other needed services.
• Facilitate timely access to primary care providers, physician specialists, and other services.
• Coordinate patient information and communication among patients, families, referring and accepting facilities, and caregivers to support smooth care transitions.
• Advocate for patients and perform discharge planning and after-care coordination.
• Support efforts to reduce hospital readmissions and help patients return to the community with appropriate resources.
• Facilitate advance care planning and lifespan planning.

Benefits

• Lifestyle wellness resources, including health coaches, relaxation rooms, health-focused apps, and mental health support.
• Access and affordability offerings, including minimal or zero copays, team member cost-sharing premiums, and daycare.
• Continued opportunities for learning and development.
• Accessible and transparent leadership.
• Commitment to work/life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time