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What they do
A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
$63,920 / year median in Minnesota
+4% projected growth
Job Description
Avera Health is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to join our Healthcare & Medical Services team in Sioux Falls. In this role, you'll provide psychosocial assessments, care planning, and resource coordination for patients and families across our regional health system. You will collaborate closely with an interdisciplinary team to support safe discharges, improve patient outcomes, and connect individuals to community services. Avera's culture of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship supports your professional growth within a mission-driven healthcare network. Responsibilities Conduct psychosocial assessments for patients and families in healthcare settings Develop and implement individualized care and discharge plans Coordinate community resources, referrals, and support services Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary teams to improve outcomes Provide crisis intervention, brief counseling, and patient advocacy Educate patients and families on coping strategies and care options Maintain accurate, timely EHR documentation and comply with HIPAA standards Participate in quality improvement and population health initiatives at Avera Health Required Skills Clinical assessment Case management Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation Crisis intervention techniques Care planning and coordination Motivational interviewing Knowledge of community resources Behavioral health treatment planning HIPAA and patient privacy compliance Interdisciplinary team collaboration