Conducts diagnostic assessment, determines clinical interventions, facilitates crisis intervention and short-term psychotherapy and provides education for patients and their families. Communicates effectively verbally and in writing while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and external support systems. Participates in the development and implementation of the treatment/transition plan. Functions as an interdisciplinary team member. This position includes specified billable patient contact hours dependent upon assigned unit/site. Functions within the research, practice, and education shields at Mayo Clinic. Complies with required standards for medical/legal responsibilities and serves as a resource to other allied and administrative staff within the section of Social Work and the Department of Nursing.
Join a dynamic and collaborative Transplant Social Work team at Mayo Clinic in Florida. In this role, the social worker provides comprehensive support to hospitalized transplant patients and living donors throughout the inpatient episode of care. Responsibilities include conducting psychosocial assessments, coordinating individualized transplant care plans with patients and families, and delivering counseling and education to support optimal outcomes.
This position serves as an integral member of the interdisciplinary transplant care team, working alongside experienced and supportive colleagues dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
Master’s Degree in Social Work. Two years supervised therapy experience in behavioral health and/or medical social work including diagnostic assessment, individual, group, and family therapy. Preferred: Clinical experience with population to be served. (i.e. Eating Disorders, Senior Population, etc.)
Additional Qualifications:
Must have an advanced knowledge of mental illness, personality development, knowledge of the types of treatment, and skills in conducting individual, group, and family therapy. Must have knowledge of adjustment to medical diagnosis' and chronic disease. Strong communication skills are needed to interact with patients, patient's family members, multi- disciplinary team, community agencies, and other resources. Must also have psychosocial diagnostic skills and the ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and in written form.
License and Certification:
Licensure to practice independently at the clinical level as required by applicable state requirements (LCSW, LICSW). Specialty certification/training as preferred by the work area. A list of approved certifications is available on Mayo Clinic intranet sites. Valid driver's license required for specific areas.
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