Social Worker

Sanford Health·Bismarck, North Dakota

$26 - $36/hrFull Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 13 days ago

Practice for this role

Social Worker · $26 - $36/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-14% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Bismarck, North Dakota ($29.57/hr)

28 similar openings in the Bismarck area · median $29.50/hr

$15.00/hr · p10p90 · $35.53/hr

this role: $25.50/hrmedian $29.57/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of posted behavioral health roles in Bismarck, North Dakota rates. This role sits in the 28th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 14% below the Bismarck, North Dakota median for behavioral health roles.

The Social Worker serves as part of an interdisciplinary team to address the social, emotional, and economic concerns of residents and their families. Key duties include formulating care plans, facilitating care conferences, and conducting assessments to maintain optimal resident functioning.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Compensation

Salary Range

$25.50 - $36.00 $10,000 Sign On With 2 Year Commitment

Union Position

No

Department Details

Summary

Provides supportive services/counseling on healthcare and home care programs and services. Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary team in providing assistance with social, emotional and economical concerns of patients/clients/residents and families/caregivers, thus enabling them to achieve or maintain an optimal level of functioning by coordinating and planning programs.

Job Description

Provides crisis intervention and assists families in understanding the implications and complexities of medical situations.

Coordinates healthcare programs among patients/clients/residents, families/caregivers and psychosocial and healthcare teams/communities.

Demonstrates knowledge of human behavior and developmental stages.

Responds to suspected abuse, neglect or violence in accordance with the National Association of Social Work Code of Ethics policies and procedures alongside the appropriate state laws.

Develops appropriate plan of care for patients/clients/residents and families/caregivers by obtaining resources from the social, health and human services agencies.

Provides referrals, current information and/or education regarding programs and services available.

Demonstrates commitment to the organization by utilizing time effectively, participating in special projects/assignments and exhibiting flexibility when necessary.

Demonstrates professionalism by participating in care conferences and transitional rounding, serving as an advocate.

Demonstrates efficacy in critical thinking, problem solving and decision-making.

Possesses written and verbal communication skills while establishing a rapport with patients/clients/residents, families/caregivers and communities and healthcare teams/communities.

Requirements

An associate degree in Human Services, Social Work, or a medical field is required along with prior experience in long-term care or social services. Candidates must also meet state certification requirements for Social Services.

associate degree
Case Management
Written Communication
Verbal Communication
Care Planning
Patient Assessment
Crisis Intervention
Geriatric Care
Critical Thinking
Interdisciplinary Collaboration
Resource Alignment
Psychosocial Management
Grievance Investigation

Posting details

Employment type: Full Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $26 - $36/hr
Location: Bismarck, North Dakota
Posted: Aug 26, 2026
Application: Employer website

Social work roles in North Dakota

Demand for social workers in North Dakota is often tied to healthcare, behavioral health, and hospital settings, where employers look for licensed candidates who can work with complex patient needs. These roles can be competitive because healthcare or mental health hospital experience is preferred, and a license in good standing plus BLS may be required depending on the location. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your licensure status and prepare examples of patient advocacy and care coordination.