Corewell Health·Dearborn, Michigan
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide psychosocial assessments and interventions for patients and families with complex needs. Manage discharge planning, coordinate alternate sites of care, and provide counseling for grief, loss, and behavioral health concerns.
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 or hospital committees, projects etc., as assigned/requested.
Develops and maintains current knowledge of federal and state regulations as they pertain to role.
Inpatient psychiatric duties: (when exists)
Conducts daily group therapy sessions with eligible inpatients and Partial program patients and also may perform utilization review for this patient population
Provides discharge planning and utilization approvals for post inpatient care.
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described.
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as one of the “Top 10 Hospitals” in Michigan, this major teaching and research hospital has been advancing care since 1953. It is a Level II trauma center and has been recognized for clinical excellence and innovation in the fields of orthopedics, neurosciences, women’s health, heart & vascular, and cancer care.
SITE - Dearborn Hospital - 18101 Oakwood Blvd - Dearborn
Employment Type: Part time
Shift: Day (United States of America)
0.04
Hours of Work
8AM-4: 30PM
Weekend Frequency: Variable weekends
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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.
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Requires a Master's degree in Social Work and a State of Michigan Social Work License, with an LMSW expected within five years. Experience in family assessment, crisis intervention, and discharge planning is preferred.
Market context
Michigan healthcare employers often seek clinical social workers for inpatient, behavioral health, and discharge-planning settings, especially when family assessment and crisis intervention are part of the role. PRN positions can be competitive because scheduling flexibility matters, while a Michigan social work license and an LMSW timeline may be key screening points. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your license status and recent discharge-planning experience before applying.