Social Worker III

Hennepin Healthcare; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 84,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Hennepin Healthcare seeks a Social Worker III for the Inpatient Psych Program. Provides psychosocial assessment, interventions, counseling, care planning, and discharge coordination within a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include supervision of LSWs/LSGWs and participation in education programs.

The role requires a Masters in social work, Minnesota LICSWS license, and board-approved supervision. Bilingual Spanish and driving may be required for some duties; strong documentation and

Qualifications

• Masters degree in social work or related discipline is required.
• Current unrestricted license by the Minnesota Board of Social Work as a LICSWS.
• Social Work board approved supervision is required.
• Ability to provide psychosocial assessment, intervention and counseling to patients and families; document progress.

Responsibilities

• Identify patients who require social work assessment through high-risk screening and referrals.
• Interview clients and perform bio-psychosocial assessments to determine problems and services.
• Design and follow through on intensive long or short-term service plans with the team.
• Provide supportive counseling and crisis intervention.
• Carry a caseload and coordinate discharge/transition planning.
• Advocate for patients and families and coordinate community resources.
• Provide supervision/mentoring to LSWs or MSW interns as needed.
• May run psychoeducational groups and participate in multidisciplinary initiatives.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Intervention

Counseling

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Cultural competence

Communication under stress

Education

Master7s degree in social work

Minnesota LICSWS license

Social Work board approved supervision

Tools

EHR

Outlook

Microsoft Office

Job description

Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult Trauma Center and Level I Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital, as well as a clinic system with primary care clinics located in Minneapolis and across Hennepin County. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of clinics in the North Loop, Whittier, and East Lake Street neighborhoods of Minneapolis, and in the suburban communities of Brooklyn Park, Golden Valley, Richfield, and St. Anthony Village. Hennepin Healthcare has a large psychiatric program, home care, and operates a research institute, philanthropic foundation, and Hennepin EMS. The system is operated by Hennepin Healthcare System, Inc., a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County.Equal Employment Opportunities: We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are committed to equitable care and working in an environment that celebrates, promotes, and protects diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. We are committed to bringing in individuals with new cultural perspectives to assist in creating a more equitable healthcare organization.JOB DETAILSDepartment: Inpatient Psych Program StaffFTE: 1.0 (80 hours per pay period)Workdays: Monday - FridayShift(s): DaysShift Length: 8 hoursLocation: In-PersonOther: Bilingual Spanish/Driving RequirementsPurpose of this position: Provides direct service to clients and their families. This includes social work assessment, interventions and treatment plans, supportive counseling and crisis intervention, care management, discharge/transition planning, advocacy and support. Seeking resources and services to address unmet needs. The social worker also provides consultation services and in-service education programs related to the psychosocial aspects of health care to other professional staff members on the healthcare team. The Social Worker III will also provide clinical supervision/mentoring (independent from administrative supervisor provided by HHS leaders) to LSWs or LGSWs for onsite work as they pursue independent licensure with the board of social work.RESPONSIBILITIESIdentifies patients who require social work assessment and intervention through high-risk screening and referralsInterview clients and perform bio-psychosocial assessment to determine problems and appropriate types and methods of service/treatment. Complete necessary documentation for accurate and timely billing of clinical services providedDesign and follow through on intensive long or short-term service/treatment/care plans including collaborating and communicating with the interdisciplinary team, community and healthcare resources to move the plan of care forwardMay provide supportive counseling and crisis intervention using social work methodsProvide a range of social work interventions that include preventive and direct services, care management, advocacy and assistance to clients who have mental, emotional, or physical disabilities and other cases involving complex social and financial needsMay carry a caseload for continuing service/treatment and provide care coordination including discharge/transition planningInterpret and explain policies, regulations, and programs to clients and the publicRefer clients to appropriate community services, provide support and assistance in connecting to services as needed, and interpret social and emotional factors to others involved in treatment of clientsMay make field visits to clients' homes in departments/areas where trained and asked to do soAdvocates for patients and families by supporting patient rights, ethical decision making and accessing protective services (including assuring applicable reporting of vulnerability or suspected abuse as mandated by law). Ensures appropriate decision makers are informed of and involved in treatment planningDocuments psychosocial assessment, progress notes, telephone calls, care plans and discharge/transition plan in the electronic medical recordMay provide work direction to social work paraprofessionals such as Case Management Assistants and MSW InternsMay provide clinical supervision/mentoring (independent from administrative supervision provided by HHS leaders) to LSWs or LGSWs for onsite work as they pursue independent licensure with the board of social workMay run/facilitate support/psychoeducational groupsMay be involved in multidisciplinary or community initiatives identifying the needs and assist in resolving problems facing individuals and families regarding health and human service issues (including but not limited to housing, employment, financial assistance, and behavioral health)Emergency Department Social Worker: May need to assist with morgue coverage which could include intake and release of decedents, use of mechanical lift and physical transferring of decedents, coordinating body viewings, and phone calls and care coordination tasks related to the decedentsOther duties as assignedQUALIFICATIONSMinimum Qualifications:Master’s degree in social work or Master’s degree in related disciplineCurrent unrestricted license by the Minnesota Board of Social Work as a LICSWSocial Work board approved supervisonKnowledge/ Skills/ Abilities:Ability to provide psychosocial assessment, intervention and counseling to patients and families; ability to recognize and document patient progressAbility to communicate with patients and families under sometimes stressful circumstancesAbility to work cooperatively with other members of the multidisciplinary clinical teamAbility to interact with individuals of widely diverse lifestyles including ability to deal objectively with individuals whose attitudes and behaviors differ from their ownAbility to interpret policies and procedures in an advisory capacity (educate)Ability to provide supportive mentorship and clinical supervisionExperience with electronic health record or similar software programEffective use of all Windows-based applications such as Outlook and Microsoft Office Suite products. Demonstrable cultural competence with a variety of socio-economic, racial and other elements of diversity.You've made the right choice in considering Hennepin Healthcare for your employment. We offer a wealth of opportunities for individuals who want to make an impact in our patients' lives. We are dedicated to providing Equal Employment Opportunities to both current and prospective employees. We are driven to connect talented individuals with life-changing career opportunities, enabling you to provide exceptional care without exception. Thank you for considering Hennepin Healthcare as a future employer.Please Note: Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements.Total Rewards Package:We offer a competitive pay rate based on your skills, licensure/certifications, education, experience related to this position, and internal equity.We provide an extensive benefits program that includes Medical; Dental; Vision; Life, Short and Long-term Term Disability Insurance; Retirement Funds; Paid Time Off; and Tuition reimbursement.For a complete list of our benefits, please visit our career site on why you should work for us.Primary Location: MN-Minneapolis-Downtown CampusStandard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)Shift Detail: DayJob Level: StaffEmployee Status: RegularEligible for Benefits: YesUnion/Non Union: UnionMin: $40.55Max: $52.72Job Posting: Aug-24-2026