Social Worker (MSW)

Crossbridge Hospice; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

Supportive Team Environment

Job summary

Crossbridge Hospice, located in Ann Arbor, MI, is seeking a Hospice Medical Social Worker to provide compassionate, patient-centered care that honors the dignity of every individual. You will assess the needs of patients and families, refer to community resources, and participate in team conferences to identify social challenges.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree in Social Work and a valid Social Worker License. A supportive team environment and several employee benefits are included.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work from an accredited school.
• Current Social Worker License according to state requirements.
• Valid driver's license and good driving record.
• Excellent assessment and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide social casework to individuals and families.
• Assess financial situation of families and interpret medical needs.
• Participate in team conferences to identify social problems.
• Refer patients and families to community agencies.

Skills

Clinical skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

PC proficiency

Education

Master’s degree (MSW) from an accredited school

Current Social Worker License

Tools

EMR software

Job description

Job Title: Hospice Medical Social Worker at Crossbridge Hospice

Crossbridge Hospice provides compassionate, patient-centered hospice care that honors the dignity of every individual and supports the well‑being of patients and families.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Professional Licensing & Certification Renewal Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
• Mileage Reimbursement
• Supportive Team Environment
• Mission-driven leadership that values your voice and expertise
• Opportunities to grow
• Meaningful work that impacts patients and families every day

Responsibilities

• Provide social casework as an entity where appropriate to individuals and families receiving nursing or other services from the Agency.
• Assess a family’s financial situation considering the patient’s prognosis and medical needs, refer to an Agency for financial assistance if indicated, interpret the medical situation to the referring Agency, and facilitate the referral process.
• Respond to referrals for casework from Agency staff or professionals from outside the Agency providing service as appropriate.
• Participate in Agency IDG team conferences to identify social problems, their severity and inter‑relatedness to the medical situation, assess a family’s strengths and weaknesses, and discuss alternate methods of alleviating the situation.
• Refer patients and families to community agencies with appropriate follow‑up.
• Participate in case conferences with other agencies.
• Interpret social resources to staff and health services to special agencies.
• Ensure the use of the 4Ms (What Matters to the patient, Medications, Mentation, and Mobility) and provide Age‑Friendly Care.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree (MSW) from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Current Social Worker License in the state of practice in accordance with state licensure requirements.
• Valid driver’s license and good driving record.
• Proficiency in clinical skills.
• Availability at all times during agency operating hours or as needed.
• Sound professional clinical judgment.
• Ability to assess and document patient needs and formulate individualized patient care plans.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in personal computer use, including email, clinical, word processing, and spreadsheet software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced Palliative Hospice Social Worker Certification (APHSW‑C) through Social Work and Palliative Care Network.
• Two years’ experience within hospice.
• Certified in Volunteer Administration (CVA) through Council for Certification in Volunteer Administration.
• EMR experience.

Coverage Area

Ann Arbor, Lansing, and Flint areas.