Social Worker - Acute Care

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Growth opportunities

Career Development Center access

Job summary

Gundersen Health System is hiring a full-time Social Worker to join the acute care team on the La Crosse main campus. The role involves discharge planning, care coordination, and resources support for acute care patients.

Responsibilities include assessing biopsychosocial needs and providing interventions to support the treatment plan, while acting as a consultant to promote comprehensive care across the organization. Minimum requirements include a Bachelor’s in Social Work and WI license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field required.
• WI Social Worker license required.
• Minimum 1 year experience in social services in hospital, medical clinic, county social service agency or nursing home preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide discharge planning, care coordination, care navigation, and resource connections for acute care patients.
• Conduct supportive listening and long-term care planning to support individualized treatment plans.
• Assess biopsychosocial needs and deliver interventions aligned with patient care goals.
• Act as consultants and leaders in comprehensive care across the system, supporting organizational strategies.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field

WI Social Worker license

1 year experience in social services in hospital/clinic/nursing home

Job description

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.Scheduled Weekly Hours:36We’re not just filling positions, we’re building careers. At Emplify Health, we care for our teams, while they care for their communities. Whether you are just starting out or looking for a change, Emplify Health supports you now and into the future. Join us and find out how a little empathy changes everything.The Social Services team is looking for a full-time Social Worker to join the acute care team! If you are looking for a fast paced and rewarding work environment in healthcare this position might be perfect for you!What you will work:Full-time: 36 hours/weekBusiness hours, Monday-Friday between 7:30am-5pm, no weekends.One holiday per year rotationLocation: This position is located on the La Crosse main campusWhat you will do: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 planningAssess 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.What you will get:Starting wage of $25.95/hour + more for comparable experienceDepartment with a strong teamwork modelGenerous compensation and benefit package!Growth opportunities and access to Gundersen's Career Development Center to help you navigate your careerWhat you will need:Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or in a related fieldWI Social Worker license is requiredIt is desired candidates have 1 year work experience in social services in a hospital, medical clinic, county social service agency or nursing home.About Emplify Health by Gundersen: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.I f you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact [e-mail] or call 608-775-0267.We inspire your best life by relentlessly caring, learning and innovating. This is our purpose. Together with our values — belonging, respect, excellence, accountability, teamwork and humility — our pillars set our foundation and our future.Equal Opportunity Employer