Social Worker - Acute Care
About the Role
The Social Services team is looking for a full-time Social Worker to join the acute care team. This position is perfect for someone seeking a fast-paced and rewarding work environment in healthcare.
Responsibilities
- Provide a variety of services to 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 provide interventions to support the individualized treatment plan.
- Act as consultants and leaders in comprehensive care throughout the system, while supporting organizational strategies and goals.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field.
- WI Social Worker license is required.
- Desired: 1 year of work experience in social services in a hospital, medical clinic, county social service agency, or nursing home.
Schedule
Full-time: 36 - 40 hours/week, business hours Monday-Friday between 7:30am-5pm, no weekends. One holiday per year rotation.
Location
This position is located on the La Crosse main campus.
Pay
Starting wage of $25.95/hour + more for comparable experience.
Benefits
- Generous compensation and benefit package.
- Growth opportunities and access to Gundersen's Career Development Center to help navigate your career.
- Department with a strong teamwork model.
About Emplify Health
Emplify Health, a partnership of Bellin Health and Gundersen Health System, is a leading not-for-profit, patient-centered healthcare network based in Green Bay and La Crosse, Wisconsin. With 11 hospitals and over 100 clinics, we serve 67 cities across Wisconsin, Iowa, Minnesota, and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. Join us in making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and communities.