Social Worker Jobs

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland. This role serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team in providing assistance with activities, social, emotional and economic concerns of the resident and family, thus enabling them to achieve or maintain an optimal level of functioning. The Social Worker utilizes appropriate age-related resident care protocols relating to the physical and psychological needs of adult and geriatric patients/residents. They work closely with the interdisciplinary team to achieve sound and timely outcomes, formulate care plans, facilitate care conferences, investigate grievances, complete assessments, and align resources. The position requires a working knowledge of the principles of teamwork and the impact of illness on the resident/family, as well as knowledge and clinical experience in the psychosocial and economic management of problems commonly occurring with an illness. The role also demands the ability to work with the growth and development needs of all patient/resident populations and requires skill proficiency in verbal and written communication, establishing rapport with residents, families, the healthcare team, and community agencies. Critical thinking skills for independent judgment and active participation with the healthcare team and community agencies are essential.