Psychiatric Social Worker Crisis Center Contingent Evenings

Tenet Healthcare; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Michigan seeks a Psychiatric Social Worker for their Crisis Center. This role involves assessing patients' psychosocial needs, providing counseling, and collaborating with multidisciplinary teams. Evening shifts are required. Ideal candidates will have a Master's in Social Work and relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of social work experience in psychiatric evaluation.
• Current license as a Licensed Master’s Social Worker in Michigan.

Responsibilities

• Assess and address psychosocial needs of patients and families.
• Provide evaluations, ongoing monitoring, individual and group counseling.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication

Analytical Skills

Crisis Management

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Description - Psychiatric Social Worker Crisis Center Contingent Evenings (2506001403)

Job Title: Psychiatric Social Worker - Crisis Center (Contingent Evenings)

About DMC Detroit Receiving Hospital

Michigan’s first Level I Trauma Center, pioneering emergency medicine and featuring one of the busiest and most well-equipped emergency departments. It hosts the state’s first verified burn center, a 24/7 hyperbaric oxygen program, Metro Detroit’s first certified primary stroke center, and the nationally recognized DMC Rosa Parks Geriatric Center of Excellence.

Position Summary

Under general direction and according to established policies and procedures, the psychiatric social worker assesses and addresses the psychosocial needs of patients and their families. Responsibilities include psychosocial evaluation, crisis intervention, psychotherapeutic support and counseling, and psychotherapy. Acts as an advocate to assist patients in their physical, emotional, and social adjustment, and facilitates individualized care plans in a multidisciplinary team setting. Maintains continuity of care through discharge planning, collaborating with patients, families, guardians, caseworkers, and community resources. Provides evaluations, ongoing monitoring, individual and group counseling, and facilitates adjustment to illness effects. Serves as a liaison between the facility, family, government, and community agencies. Documents interventions and completes required paperwork, including discharge summaries and admission forms. Responds to crisis situations per hospital and departmental policies. Maintains current referral sources and utilizes them appropriately. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master’s degree in Social Work.
2. Current license as a Licensed Master’s Social Worker in Michigan or a limited license with full licensure within 3 years of hire.
3. One to two years of social work experience in psychiatric evaluation, disposition, and treatment with diverse patient diagnoses, including psychiatric, substance abuse, and physical impairments.

Skills Required

1. Ability to work effectively with patients facing difficult medical/emotional issues.
2. Strong interpersonal skills to maintain productive relationships with patients, families, service agency personnel, and hospital staff.
3. Effective written and verbal communication skills with diverse populations.
4. Analytical skills to assess patients’ medical and psychotherapeutic needs and determine appropriate interventions or referrals.
5. Visual acuity and mobility within hospital settings.
6. Ability to manage stressful situations, prioritize tasks, and work with complex psychosocial problems.

Job Details

Department: Nursing

Primary Location: DMC Receiving Hospital

Scheduled Hours: 8 hours per shift

Shift: Evening (3:00 PM - 11:30 PM)

FTE: 0.1

Additional Information

Employment is not affected by race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, veteran status, or other protected categories.

Applicants will undergo a criminal background check upon receiving a conditional offer of employment.

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