Social Worker MSW Gerber

Corewell Health; Fremont Township (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

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Job summary

Corewell Health in Michigan seeks a qualified Social Worker (MSW) to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, assess psychosocial needs, and coordinate discharge planning. You will connect patients with community resources and document plans in the EMR to ensure seamless care transitions.

The role emphasizes crisis intervention, grief support, and adherence to state regulations, with strong focus on patient advocacy and resource navigation.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required.
• Experience in individual, family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning preferred.
• Michigan social work licensure upon hire required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assist patients and families with psychosocial needs.
• Perform psychosocial assessments and develop post-discharge care plans.
• Coordinate with alternate care sites and community resources.
• Document assessments and plans accurately in the EMR.
• Provide consultation and resources to the healthcare team.
• Maintain current knowledge of community resources and regulations.
• Participate in department, regional, or statewide committees as assigned.

Skills

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Bereavement support

Resource coordination

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

MI Social Work License (Upon Hire)

Job description

Scope Of Work

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).

• 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.

36 hours a week

Scope Of Work

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).

• 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
• Master Soc Work LTD - STATE_MI State of Michigan 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.
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• 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 - Gerber Hospital - 212 Sullivan - Fremont

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

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.