Social Worker Hospice LLMSW

Spectrum Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Corewell Health in Grand Rapids is seeking a part-time Social Work professional to assist patients and families with complex psychosocial needs. You will coordinate with interdisciplinary teams, conduct assessments, plan transfers of care, and provide advocacy and resources across settings.

The role emphasizes discharge planning, crisis intervention, bereavement support, and adherence to regulatory requirements while ensuring patient-centred care.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work is required.
• Experience in individual and family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning preferred.
• Licensure: LIC-Master Social Work in Michigan; driver’s license required; hospice/home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments with patient/family to identify needs and plan transfer of care.
• Communicate with alternate sites and community agencies to address patient needs.
• Document assessments and plans accurately in the electronic medical record.
• Provide consultation and resources to the healthcare team.
• Maintain knowledge of community resources and applicable regulations; participate in committees as assigned.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Bereavement support

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Job Summary To work collaboratively with members of an interdisciplinary team in order to assist patients and families with complex psychosocial needs. These interventions may include, but are not exclusive to: alternate site coordination, discharge planning, addressing all forms of identified abuse/neglect, adoption, substance use disorders, assisting with end of life decisions, providing appropriate referral resources, bereavement support, adjustment counseling, facilitating guardianships and behavioral health concerns (including psychiatric transfers).

Essential Functions Conducts psychosocial assessments with patient and or family to assist with identified psychosocial needs or who may be identified to require an alternate site of care post discharge and executes a plan. Communicates with alternate sites of care and/or community agencies in an effective and timely manner, to best address the patient’s needs. Completes and documents the assessment and plan in the electronic medical record, accurately reflecting the patient’s current condition, situational factors, transition of care needs and psychosocial imperatives. Provides consultation and resources to members of the healthcare team. Responsible for maintaining relevant and current knowledge of community resources. Participates or assists in department, regional, or statewide stakeholder committees, projects etc., as assigned/requested. Develops and maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations as they pertain to role.

Qualifications Required Master's Degree Social Work Experience in individual, family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning preferred Preferred LIC-Master Soc Work LTD - STATE_MI State of Michigan Upon Hire required LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan Hospice and Home Care Upon Hire required

How Corewell Health cares for you Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location SITE - Continuing Care - 1239 E Beltline Ave NE - Grand Rapids

Department Name Employment Type Part time Shift Day (United States of America) Weekly Scheduled Hours 4 Hours of Work Days Worked Weekend Frequency

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

People are at the heart of everything we do, and the inspiration for our legacy of outstanding outcomes, innovation, strong community partnerships, philanthropy and transparency. Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides health care and coverage with an exceptional team of 60,000+ dedicated people—including more than 11,500 physicians and advanced practice providers and more than 15,000 nurses providing care and services in 22 hospitals, 300+ outpatient locations and several post-acute facilities—and Priority Health, a provider-sponsored health plan serving more than 1.2 million members. Through experience and collaboration, we are reimagining a better, more equitable model of health and wellness.