Part-Time LMSW Care Manager — Ambulatory Behavioral Health

University of Michigan Health-West; Wyoming (MI); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Michigan Health-West seeks a Care Manager - Social Work (LMSW) for outpatient care, 8 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The MSW Care Manager will coordinate care, perform clinical assessments and provide brief therapy to address mental health and social needs, aiming to improve overall health outcomes.

Requirements include LMSW or LLMSW with licensure within six months, a Master’s in Social Work, and 3–5 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Licensed Master of Social Work (LMSW) or LLMSW with full licensure within six months of hire.
• Master’s Degree in Social Work required.
• Three to five years of clinical or medical social work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Receives referrals for moderate and complex patients through risk stratification and provider referrals.
• Assesses mental health, substance use and psychosocial needs using standardized tools.
• Recommends treatment plans based on evidence-based guidelines.
• Educates patients and families on behavioral health and social barriers.
• Provides care coordination and follow-up across the continuum of care.
• Follows patients longitudinally to evaluate progress and outcomes.
• Collaborates with care team on treatment plans and follow-up.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Resource knowledge

Assessment

Education

Master’s Degree in Social Work

Tools

EMR systems

Job description

University of Michigan Health-West seeks a Care Manager - Social Work (LMSW) for outpatient care, 8 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The MSW Care Manager will coordinate care, perform clinical assessments and provide brief therapy to address mental health and social needs, aiming to improve overall health outcomes.

Requirements include LMSW or LLMSW with licensure within six months, a Master’s in Social Work, and 3–5 years of relevant experience.