Social Worker-Clinical

We are seeking a compassionate, collaborative, and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join our outpatient multidisciplinary Stroke Team. In this vital role, you will provide comprehensive psychosocial support through counseling, case management, patient and caregiver education, advocacy, and resource coordination. Working closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals, you will help ensure holistic, patient-centered care while supporting patients and families as they navigate the complexities of stroke treatment, recovery, and adjustment.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong clinical judgment, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, relevant experience in medical, rehabilitation, or neurological settings, and a commitment to enhancing the patient and caregiver experience.

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.

**This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship with the exception of the TN visa classification; Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program.

Qualifications

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.

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Current independent clinical licensure in the state of Florida (LCSW).
• Demonstrated training and competence in one or more structured psychotherapies (see Preferred Qualifications).
• Current suicide-risk assessment and safety-planning competency

Additional Qualifications:

• Experience in brain injury, rehabilitation, neurology/neuropsychiatry, or behavioral health settings.
• Formal training in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), which has the strongest current evidence base for improving anxiety, anger, and overall well-being in persistent post-concussion symptoms
• Training in problem-solving therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness-based approaches, and acceptance and commitment therapy.
• Experience with co-occurring PTSD, mood, and substance use disorders, and with military/veteran populations.

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.

BLS (Basic Life Support) must be valid for 90 days post start date; acceptable certifications include: American Heart Association (AHA)/ Heartcode® BLS, Military Training Network, Red Cross (CPR/AED for Professional Rescuers and Health Care Providers).

Application Requirement s

All required documents must be attached to your application for consideration:

• CV/Resume
• Cover Letter
• Internal candidates must also attach their three most recent performance appraisals.
• 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

• A detailed equivalency evaluation is required, demonstrating a U.S. equivalent degree.
• Evaluation must be completed by an organization listed as a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) ( or the Association of International Credential Evaluators, Inc.

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 – 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

• Medical: Multiple plan options.
• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

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.

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". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify 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.