Social Worker (Mental Health)

Gundersen Health System; La Crosse (WI); On-site; USD 46,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting wage

Benefits package

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Job summary

Emplify Health by Gundersen Health System in La Crosse, WI seeks a full-time Social Worker to support acute care patients with mental health needs. You’ll lead discharge planning, care coordination, and resource connections, collaborating with county partners and the Medical Specialty team.

The role emphasizes empathetic listening, biopsychosocial assessments, and helping patients navigate long-term care planning.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field.
• Wisconsin Social Worker license is required.
• 1 year of experience in social services in a hospital, clinic, county agency, or nursing home is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a variety of services to acute care patients including discharge planning, care coordination, and resource connections.
• Offer supportive listening and assist with ACP completion and long-term care planning.
• Assess biopsychosocial needs and intervene to support the individualized treatment plan.
• Act as consultants and leaders in comprehensive care across the system.
• Collaborate with county partners and internal teams to meet organizational goals.

Skills

Discharge planning

Care coordination

Care navigation

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Social Work

WI Social Worker license

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:40We’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 Medical Specialty team! This position focuses on patients who have strong mental health needs with acute medical issues. We are seeking someone who has a passion for mental health, knowledge of our legal system and someone who is ready to create strong relationships with our county partners!What you will work:Full-time: 40 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