Social Worker - LCSW - Outpatient Palliative

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

Provides social work services for facilitating solutions to the medically related psychosocial/environmental problems of patients and families. Ensures the continuity of patient care by implementing interventions and clinical follow up which may include initial assessment, identifying mental health disorders, brief behavioral health interventions , information and referral, during hospitalization and / or outpatient treatment. May provide educational support to staff. Maintains positive working relationships with vendors and external agencies to access services for patients. The individual must possess the ability to clinically assess, diagnose and treat emotional mental health issues. Must be proficient with DSM codes and be able to bill for clinical services rendered. This LCSW position will assess data reflective of the patient's status and appropriately interpret information relative to the patient's age-specific needs is required.

Qualifications

Master's degree in social work.

Licensure

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Doctorate of Behavioral Health Active license through the Arizona State Board of Behavioral Health Service Examiners required.

Additional Qualifications

• One year of current experience in a clinic, hospital, medical setting, or healthcare field preferred.
• Must have knowledge of adjustment to medical diagnosis and chronic disease.
• Strong communication skills are needed to interact with patients, family members/ care givers, providers and allied health staff.
• Must have psychosocial diagnostic skills and ability to coordinate transition of care.

Application Requirements

All required documents must be attached to your application for consideration:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Internal candidates must also attach their three most recent performance appraisals.
• Internal candidates who have not met their current department's 1- or 2-year commitment, must attach an early release from their current supervisor.

International Degrees

• A detailed equivalency evaluation is required, demonstrating a U.S. equivalent degree.
• Evaluation must be completed by an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) ( or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) (

Exemption Status

Exempt

Compensation Detail

$73,736.00 - $110,552.00 / year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

80

Schedule Details

Monday, Tuesday. Thursday, and Friday (day off negotiable), day shift; 7:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Weekend Schedule

No weekends. No call.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Laura Heyde