Social Worker - Behavioral Health, Part-time

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Emplify Health by Gundersen Health System is now hiring a part time Social Worker for OUR NEW EmPATH Behavioral Health Unit!! EmPATH stands for Emergency Psychiatric Assessment, Treatment and Healing, and it's an alternative way to treat patients who present to the hospital emergency room while in a mental health crisis.

What you will work:

• .6 FTE = 48 hours every 2 weeks

• Rotating day, PM, and night shifts Monday - Friday including every other weekend/holiday rotation. Must be available to work a variety of shifts and weekend/holiday rotation.

• Location: This position is located on the La Crosse main campus

What you will do:

• Provide a variety of services to our patients in an outpatient setting including discharge planning, care coordination, care navigation, resource connections, supportive listening, ACP completion and long-term care planning

• Assess 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 $25.40/hour + more for relatable experience

• Department with a strong teamwork model

• Generous compensation and benefit package!

• Growth opportunities and access to Gundersen's Career Development Center to help you navigate your career

What you will need:

• Bachelor'sdegree in Social Work or in a related field

• WI Social Worker license

• It is desired candidates have 1 year work experience in social services in a hospital, medical clinic, county social service agency or nursing home.

If you need assistance with any portion of the application or have questions about the position, please contact HR-Recruitment@gundersenhealth.org or call 608-775-0267.

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