Mayo Clinic Looking for Social Worker – MSW – MK at Minnesota Full Time

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Position description
This MSW social work position positions a LGSW of LICSW in the Mankato Emergency Department to complete diagnostic assessments, psychotherapy and psychotherapy in crisis interventions with patients presenting to the emergency department setting in crisis. A LGSW, is provided supervision as a benefit of their employment, by a social worker who meets state required standards. The MSW – ED social worker provides other services in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to support patients and families in the emergency department setting. The social worker may also coordinate patient discharge planning, complies with required standards for medical/legal responsibilities, and serves as a resource to other allied and administrative staff within the section of Social Work.

Qualifications
An MSW degree is required from an accredited Masters of Social Work Program.

Additional qualifications
Must have an advanced knowledge of categories in mental illness, personality development, knowledge of the types of psychiatric treatment, and skills in conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Must have knowledge in adjustment to medical diagnosis and chronic disease. Strong human relation skills are needed to interact with patients, patient’s family members, consultants, residents, hospital personnel, community agencies, and other resources. Must also have psychosocial diagnostic skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written form.

License or certification
Licensure by applicable state requirements. Minnesota: Licensure at the Licensed Graduate Social Work (LGSW) or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Work (LICSW) level from the Minnesota Board of Social Work (MNBOSW) is required. LGSW/LICSW personnel, following 4000 hours of clinically supervised practice are eligible to apply for licensure at the LICSW level, and must do so by 8000 hours. A condition of employment at the LGSW level shall be the ability to practice clinically through a MNBOSW approved Clinical Supervision Plan leading to LICSW attainment.
Wisconsin: Certification at the Certified Advanced Practice (CAPSW) or Certified Independent Social Worker (CISW) level by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services is required. CAPSW personnel who have achieved two years of supervised social work practice, by a supervisor who has met board requirements, may apply for certification as a CISW. CAPSW or CISW personnel, following 3,000 hours of clinical social work practice including at least 1,000 hours of face to face contact supervised by a person meeting board requirements, may apply for licensure at the LCSW level.

Valid driver’s license required for specific areas.

Exemption status
Exempt

Compensation Detail
$53,352 – $80,121 /year

Benefits eligible
Yes

Schedule
Full Time

Hours / Pay period
72

Schedule details
12 hour rotating shifts

Weekend schedule
As scheduled, typically every third weekend

Remote
No

International Assignment
No

Site description
Mankato is one of the largest cities in southern MN and has earned several livability awards. Mankato’s economic growth leads Minnesota and is among the top in the nation. The city has a contiguous population area of 96,740 and 1.6 million people live within 60 miles of Mankato. Greater Mankato is centrally located in south central Minnesota, nestled in the scenic beauty of the Minnesota River Valley, with convenient access to Minneapolis-St. Paul just one hour away.

Recruiter
Gloria Yarwood

EOE
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.