Social Worker (Weekends Only, Acute Care)

Gundersen Health System • La Crosse, WI

33d • $25

About The Position

Love + medicine is who we are, it's what we do, it's why people want to work here. If you're looking for a job to love, apply today. The Social Services team is looking for a WEO (weekend only) Social Worker to join the team in La Crosse, WI! The WEO Social Worker covers all inpatient medical surgical units (IPR, ICU, Gen Med, Ortho, Neuro, Med Spec, all maternal child units, Cardio/Pulm, Heritage Unit, Surgical Digestive and Medical Oncology). What you will work: .9 FTE = 72 Hours every 2 weeks Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6am-6pm 12 hours shifts

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work or in a related field
• WI Social Worker license
• It is desired candidates have 1 year work experience in social services in a hospital, medical clinic, county social service agency or nursing home.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of services to our acute care patients including discharge planning, care coordination, care navigation, resource connections, supportive listening, ACP completion and long-term care planning
• Assess complex biopsychosocial needs and provides interventions to support the individualized treatment plan.
• Act as consultants and leaders in comprehensive care throughout the system, while supporting organizational strategies and goals.

Benefits

• Starting wage of $25.40/hour + more for relatable experience and WEO differential on top of base pay
• Department with a strong teamwork model
• Gundersen's generous compensation and benefit package
• Growth opportunities and access to Gundersen's Career Development Center to help you navigate your career

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees