Social Worker - EmPATH Department

1 month ago
La Crosse, Wisconsin$25.40/hrPart TimeSocial Worker
✓ Flexible Schedule

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Job Description

About the Role

Join Gundersen Health System as a Social Worker – EmPATH Unit, Part-Time in United States. 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.

Key Responsibilities

  • 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.
  • Provide a variety of services to our patients in an outpatient setting including discharge planning, care co.

Benefits & Compensation

  • Salary: $25.40/hr

Work Schedule

  • Part-Time position.
  • Weekend coverage may be required.

Apply to join Gundersen Health System as a Social Worker – EmPATH Unit, Part-Time.

Key Skills

Discharge PlanningCare CoordinationCare NavigationResource ConnectionsSupportive ListeningACP CompletionLong-term Care PlanningBiopsychosocial AssessmentInterventionConsultingLeadershipTeamwork

Requirements

Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or a related field, along with a Wisconsin Social Worker license. One year of work experience in social services within a hospital, medical clinic, county social service agency, or nursing home is desired.
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Social Worker - EmPATH Department position at Gundersen Health System includes the following lifestyle factors: flexible scheduling. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at Gundersen Health System is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

Stated compensation: $25.40/hr.

This position also offers production-based compensation: $25 per hourly. Production bonuses can significantly increase total earnings above the stated base salary range.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in La Crosse, Wisconsin.

Why This Position Stands Out

  • Flexible scheduling options available
  • Transparent compensation ($0k–$0k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Discharge Planning, Care Coordination, Care Navigation, Resource Connections, Supportive Listening, ACP Completion, Long-term Care Planning, Biopsychosocial Assessment. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker will provide a variety of services in an outpatient setting, including discharge planning, care coordination, resource connections, and long-term care planning. Responsibilities also involve assessing complex biopsychosocial needs and acting as consultants and leaders in comprehens...

Benefits package: Starting wage $25.40/hour + more for experience, Generous compensation and benefit package, Growth opportunities, Career Development Center access, Teamwork model. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Gundersen Health System

Hospitals and Health Care
La Crosse, WI
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Benefits & Perks

Starting wage $25.40/hour + more for experience
Generous compensation and benefit package
Growth opportunities
Career Development Center access
Teamwork model

Protective Factors (1)

Physician-led/owned (Values alignment ↓ burnout 64%)

Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.

Job Details

Employment Type

Part-time

Posted

1mo ago