Medical Social Worker - Full Time, 40 hours per week - Advanced Illness Management - Battle Creek MI

Medical Social Worker at Bronson Battle Creek is responsible for the delivery of social work services across hospital patient populations, including direct intervention with patients and families in areas such as crisis intervention, discharge planning, advocacy, and coordination with external agencies. Roles include care management and behavioral health social work in ambulatory and hospital settings, with emphasis on palliative and end-of-life care across pediatric to geriatric populations. The position requires a Master’s Degree in Social Work and licensure (LMSW/LLMSW or equivalent) and licensure within two years of hire, with 1-2 years of healthcare/mental health experience preferred. The role involves collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, education and counseling for patients and families, and documentation within the medical record. Physical requirements include mobility within the hospital and occasional lifting; compassionate, culturally competent service and ongoing professional development are emphasized. Specific practice areas include palliative care, hospice, crisis management, community-resource referrals, and discharge planning to ensure appropriate follow-up and support.