Social Worker - Long Term Care

Essentia Health; Virginia (MN); Hybrid; USD 35,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) plan

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible scheduling

Paid time off

Job summary

Essentia Health's Virginia Care Center is seeking a licensed social worker to provide social work services and discharge planning for patients and families, promoting wellness and cost-effective outcomes.

The role supports transitions to alternate levels of care, with a 0.6–0.9 FTE flexible schedule and day shift options. Current state licensure in social work is required. Join a team dedicated to patient- and family-centered care.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in social work from an accredited program.
• Current State Social Work Licensure.
• Ability to provide crisis intervention as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide social work services and discharge planning to patients and families.
• Help transition patients to alternate levels of care as needed.
• Coordinate with care teams during flexible 0.6–0.9 FTE shifts.

Skills

Discharge planning

Crisis intervention

Patient care coordination

Communication with patients and family

Education

Bachelor's degree in Social Work

State Social Work Licensure

Job description

Building Location: Essentia Virginia Care Center Department: 2105450 SOCIAL SERVICES LTC - VIR SNF

Job Description

Provides social work services and discharge planning to patients and families in the healthcare setting to meet individual health and psychosocial needs in the promotion of wellness and cost-effective outcomes.

Education Qualifications

This position also transitions patients to alternate levels of care and provides crisis intervention as needed. 0.6 - 0.9 FTE flex schedule.

Licensure/Certification Qualifications

Education Requirements: A bachelor degree in social work from an accredited social work program Certification/Licensure Requirements: Current State Social Work Licensure FTE: 0.6 Possible Remote/Hybrid Option: Shift Rotation: FTE Flex Days (United States of America) Shift Start Time: Day Shift - Flex Shift End Time: Day Shift - Flex Weekends: Holidays: No Call Obligation: No Union: Union Posting Deadline:

Compensation Range: $35,443.20 - $53,164.80

Employee Benefits

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].

Essentia Health seeks employees who embrace our commitment to patient- and family-centered care in communities both large and small. We're looking for people who are committed to making patients and their families feel known and understood. People who understand what it means to be Here with you. People who are willing to use their strengths to help others.

Our Values Quality | Hospitality | Respect | Joy | Justice | Stewardship | Teamwork

Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Essentia Health does not discriminate in employment because of age, color, creed, culture, disability (physical or mental), ethnicity, familial status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, language, local Human Rights Commission activity, national origin, military service, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, or public assistance status.

Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of post-offer screenings. Screenings includes verification of your legal right to work in the United States, a health screening and immunization review, verification of applicable licensure, certifications, education, and experience, and background checks including criminal, urine drug screen and MVR where required.