Social Worker LMSW

Spectrum Health; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Corewell Health in Michigan is seeking a licensed social worker to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, assist patients and families with complex psychosocial needs, and coordinate discharge planning and alternate sites of care.

The role conducts psychosocial assessments, communicates with care teams and community resources, maintains documentation in the EMR, participates in committees, and stays updated on regulations.

Qualifications

• MSW required with licensure and state Michigan eligibility.
• 2 years of healthcare-related social work experience.
• Preferred care management experience.
• Experience in individual and family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning.
• LIC-Master Social Worker licensure (MI) preferred.
• Driver's license required (MI).
• Hospice and home care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assesses psychosocial needs and plans for alternate site of care post discharge.
• Communicates with alternate sites of care and community agencies in a timely manner.
• Documents assessment and plan in EMR reflecting current condition and transition needs.
• Provides consultation and resources to the healthcare team.
• Maintains knowledge of community resources and regulations.
• Participates in committees, projects, and related stakeholder activities.
• Provides short-term therapeutic support as appropriate.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Bereavement support

Discharge planning

Family assessment

Education

Master's Degree 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 and or 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. Provide short term therapeutic support as appropriate for setting and location.

Qualifications Required

Master's Degree Social Work 2 years of relevant experience health care related experience post obtaining Master's Degree in Social Work

Preferred Care management experience

Preferred Experience in individual, family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning preferred

Preferred LIC-Master Social Worker (MSW-Master) - STATE_MI State of Michigan

Upon Hire required LIC-Driver's License - STATE_MI State of Michigan

Upon Hire required Hospice and Home Care

How Corewell Health cares for you

Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. 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 - Lakeland Hospital St Joseph - 1234 Napier Ave - St Joseph

Employment Type Part time Shift Weekly Scheduled Hours 40 Hours of Work Days Worked Weekend Frequency

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.

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.

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.