Social Worker - Clinical TISCC

We are seeking a gender-affirming social worker to provide behavioral health evaluation and support to patients in the Transgender and Intersex Specialty Care Clinic (TISCC) at Mayo Clinic. This mission of this clinic is to provide specialty, multidisciplinary, person-affirming care for transgender, gender diverse and intersex individuals in a safe and respectful environment, while optimizing physical, emotional, and social health.  The TISCC is a premier clinic serving transgender, gender diverse and intersex individuals by providing the Mayo Clinic model of integrated care, promoting better health for patients and advancing the science of transgender and intersex medicine.  The clinic follows the standards of care of the World Professional Association for Transgender Health (WPATH), which indicates providers follow professional consensus related to transgender health, and have a working understanding of the multidisciplinary care team and how to translate the standards of care into clinical practice.

Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams, provides psychotherapy, coordinates patient discharge planning, 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.

Social worker with current licensure at the clinical level and eligible to practice independently. An MSW degree is also required from an accredited Social Work program.Candidates 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.Licensure to practice independently at the clinical level as required by applicable state requirements. Valid driver's license required for specific specialty areas.

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. 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.