Social Worker

10500 Marshfield Clinic Health System, Inc.; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health in Wisconsin is seeking a Social Worker to provide supportive services and counseling related to healthcare and home care programs. You will be part of an interdisciplinary team assisting patients, families, and caregivers to achieve optimal functioning by coordinating programs.

Responsibilities include crisis intervention, coordinating care across healthcare teams, and advocating for patients, with emphasis on communication, independent judgment, and a commitment to work-life

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited curriculum required.
• Healthcare and/or mental health hospital experience preferred.
• Depending on location, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six weeks of employment.
• Depending on position, may be required to possess multi-state licensure privilege.
• Must possess a license in good standing in state(s) of practice: Wisconsin Social Work license within two years of hire date.

Responsibilities

• Provides crisis intervention and assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of medical situations.
• Coordinates healthcare programs among patients/clients/residents, families/caregivers and psychosocial and healthcare teams/communities.
• Demonstrates knowledge of human behavior and developmental stages.
• Responds to suspected abuse, neglect or violence in accordance with NASW Code of Ethics policies and procedures alongside the appropriate state laws.
• Develops appropriate plan of care for patients/clients/residents and families/caregivers by obtaining resources from the social, health and human services agencies.
• Provides referrals, current information and/or education regarding programs and services available.
• Demonstrates commitment to the organization by utilizing time effectively, participating in special projects/assignments and exhibiting flexibility when necessary.
• Demonstrates professionalism by participating in care conferences and transitional rounding, serving as an advocate.
• Demonstrates efficacy in critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making.
• Possesses written and verbal communication skills while establishing a rapport with patients/clients/residents, families/caregivers and communities and healthcare teams/communities.
• Displays independent judgement.
• Actively participates with the healthcare teams.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Company Overview

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.

Work Shift & Schedule

Work Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation

Compensation: Salary Range: $25.50 - $36.00

Union Position

Union Position: No

Department

Department Details

Team Environment

Our Community Resources team offers a collaborative, team-based environment where social workers function both independently and as part of an interdisciplinary team, with strong support and shared problem‑solving. We prioritize open, effective communication and provide a supportive workplace with mentorship and resources to help you succeed. We are committed to work‑life balance through manageable caseloads and team‑based coverage, allowing you to make a meaningful impact while maintaining personal well‑being.

Summary

Provides supportive services/counseling on healthcare and home care programs and services. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team in providing assistance with social, emotional and economical concerns of patients/clients/residents and families/caregivers, thus enabling them to achieve or maintain an optimal level of functioning by coordinating and planning programs.

Job Description

• Provides crisis intervention and assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of medical situations.
• Coordinates healthcare programs among patients/clients/residents, families/caregivers and psychosocial and healthcare teams/communities.
• Demonstrates knowledge of human behavior and developmental stages.
• Responds to suspected abuse, neglect or violence in accordance with the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics policies and procedures alongside the appropriate state laws.
• Develops appropriate plan of care for patients/clients/residents and families/caregivers by obtaining resources from the social, health and human services agencies.
• Provides referrals, current information and/or education regarding programs and services available.
• Demonstrates commitment to the organization by utilizing time effectively, participating in special projects/assignments and exhibiting flexibility when necessary.
• Demonstrates professionalism by participating in care conferences and transitional rounding, serving as an advocate.
• Demonstrates efficacy in critical thinking, problem solving and decision‑making.
• Possesses written and verbal communication skills while establishing a rapport with patients/clients/residents, families/caregivers and communities and healthcare teams/communities.
• Displays independent judgement.
• Actively participates with the healthcare teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited curriculum required.
• Healthcare and/or mental health hospital experience preferred.
• Depending on location, Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within six weeks of employment.
• Depending on position, may be required to possess multi‑state licensure privilege.
• Must possess a license in good standing in state(s) of practice: In Wisconsin: Wisconsin Social Work Certification or Social Work Training Certificate within two years of hire date, resulting in obtaining your WI State Social Work license

EEO Statement

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

Accommodations

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [e-mail].

About Sanford Organization

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. 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. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.