Fulfills all requirements of Clinical Social Worker job description-Section of Social Work. The Manager provides leadership, direction, and resource management for social workers in the inpatient and ambulatory settings. Provides effective leadership in resolving psychosocial issues, and removes barriers and complexities for social workers to effectively facilitate continuity of patient care. Develops and creates ownership for the department's vision and planning, fostering teamwork and an open creative environment for staff. Coordinates, implements, and evaluates staff development and manages staff performance proactively and decisively. Supports staff leadership activities, including community involvement and participation in committees and research. Facilitates the review and interpretations of regulatory standards and reporting requirements; oversees the selection, orientation, and performance management of work unit personnel; participates in section/unit planning; and attends appropriate meetings to gain and share necessary information with other areas. Completes other duties as assigned.
QualificationsMaster's degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education accredited program required. Minimum of five years of either hospital-based social work, including discharge planning, or the same in an ambulatory outpatient clinic and five years of supervisory/management experience in a medical setting. Adheres to the NASW Code of Ethics and NASW Standards for Social Work Practice in Healthcare Settings.
Internal applicants are required to attach their three most recent performance appraisals.
License and Certification (Must obtain prior to start date):
Must have a Minnesota license as a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). Must have a Wisconsin license as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW).
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- 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.
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.
Skills Required
- Master's degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education accredited program
- Minimum five years of hospital-based social work, including discharge planning, or equivalent ambulatory outpatient clinic experience
- Five years of supervisory or management experience in a medical setting
- Adherence to the NASW Code of Ethics and NASW Standards for Social Work Practice in Healthcare Settings
- Minnesota Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker license (LICSW), obtained before start date
- Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Social Worker license (LCSW), obtained before start date
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