
Social Worker - MSW, LGSW, LICSW
Rochester, MNFull-time$67–101K/yrSeen 4 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago
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Job overview
Mayo Clinic is hiring inpatient social workers for adult hospital positions at its St. Mary’s and Methodist campuses. The role assesses and supports patients during hospitalization through psychosocial assessments, clinical interventions, screenings, and discharge planning. Social workers collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external agencies to arrange post-hospital resources and support safe discharges. A Master of Social Work degree and Minnesota social work licensure at the LGSW or LISW level are required.
Skills & qualifications
Skills
Qualifications
Benefits
Full job description
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/benefits/) – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.
Benefits Highlights
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Medical: Multiple plan options.
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Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
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Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
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Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
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Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
Responsibilities
By applying for this position, your application will be reviewed and considered for all adult, inpatient positions currently available throughout both Mayo Clinic St. Mary’s and Methodist hospital campuses. Many of these positions cover specific hospital units which care for a variety of patients including admission due to medical concerns, chemical or mental health, end of life decisions, planned surgical procedures, unplanned medical trauma events, and admissions for cancer directed cares.
Why Mayo Clinic
Mayo Clinic has been ranked the #1 hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report, as well as #1 in more specialties than any other care provider. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. You’ll thrive in an environment that supports innovation, is committed to ending racism and supporting diversity, equity and inclusion, and provides the resources you need to succeed.
The Mayo Clinic Section of Social Work has various positions available in our adult inpatient hospital settings. The role of an inpatient social worker at Mayo Clinic is to assess and support the needs of the patients during their hospitalization through a variety of interventions. The inpatient social worker works to complete appropriate psychosocial assessments and provide clinical interventions to address coping/adjustment concerns, support family members and loved ones, complete appropriate mental health and chemical health screenings, and coordinate discharge planning while anticipating potential barriers and assisting the care team in problem solving solutions for a safe dismissal plan. Inpatient social workers collaborate closely with the multidisciplinary team and our local, regional, and national agencies to assist patient/families in setting up post hospital resources. The inpatient social worker provides services in a culturally competent manner to ensure a safe discharge for our patients.
Under the supervision of a social worker who meets state required standards, conducts diagnostic assessment, determines clinical interventions, facilitates crisis intervention and 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 a multidisciplinary team member. Functions within the research, practice, and education shields at Mayo Clinic. Complies with ethical and NASW standards for social workers in a healthcare setting including 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.
Qualifications
To be considered for this position, you must have a Master of Social Work degree.
Licensure/Certification
Licensure at the Licensed Graduate Social Work (LGSW) or Licensed Independent Social Work (LISW) level from the Minnesota Board of Social Work (MNBOSW) is required. LGSW/LISW personnel, following 4000 hours of clinically supervised practice are eligible to apply for licensure at the LICSW level, and must do so by 8000 hours. A condition of employment at the LGSW level shall be the ability to practice clinically through a MNBOSW approved Clinical Supervision Plan leading to LICSW attainment (on-site clinical supervision is provided).
A valid driver's license is required for specific areas.
Additional Qualifications
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Experience in discharge planning, crisis intervention, and ability to manage, and adjust to, an unpredictable and fast-paced practice on a daily basis is preferred.
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Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team is a must.
Application Requirements
All required documents must be attached to your application for consideration:
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CV/Resume
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Cover Letter
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Internal candidates must also attach their three most recent performance appraisals.
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Internal candidates who have not met their current department's 1- or 2-year commitment, must attach an early release from their current supervisor.
International Degrees:
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A detailed equivalency evaluation is required, demonstrating a U.S. equivalent degree.
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Evaluation must be completed by an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) (www.naces.org) or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc. (AICE) (www.aice-eval.org).
Exemption Status
Exempt
Compensation Detail
$67,454.40 - $101,212.80 / year; Education, experience and tenure may be considered along with internal equity when job offers are extended.
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Schedule
Full Time
Hours/Pay Period
80
Schedule Details
Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Weekend Schedule
Occasional weekend rotation
International Assignment
No
Site Description
Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (https://jobs.mayoclinic.org/alllocations)
Equal Opportunity
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" (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify (https://www.e-verify.gov/sites/default/files/everify/posters/EVerifyParticipationPoster.pdf) 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.
Recruiter
Missy Egeland
Equal opportunity
As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.
How this job compares
Set against the 3,277 open Social Worker jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 6, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$67–101K/yr
- Minnesota median$65–88K/yr21 salary ranges
- US median$67–93K/yr1,011 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $84K, is 11% above the Minnesota median midpoint ($76K) — in the middle half of Social Worker salary ranges in Minnesota.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 48 open Social Worker jobs in Minnesota and 3,277 across the US. 3% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in Minnesota
- Mayo Clinic (this employer)5 open
- AccentCare, Inc.3 open
- Regions Hospital3 open
- Experience
- Social Worker postings that state a minimum ask for 2 years of experience at the median; the middle half ask for 1 to 2 years (1,596 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a master's degree; 1,773 of the 3,277 open Social Worker jobs (54%) ask for a master's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 6, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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