Social Worker (MSW)
On-siteFlint, Michigan, United States or Okemos, Michigan, United States
Job Summary
Provide social casework to individuals and families navigating serious illness, assessing financial situations and referring to appropriate agencies. Respond to referrals from Agency staff or external professionals, participating in interdisciplinary team conferences to identify social problems and discuss alternate alleviation methods. Refer patients to community agencies with follow-up, interpret social resources to staff and health services, and ensure the use of the 4Ms framework for age-friendly care. Maintain a valid driver's license and be available during agency operating hours. This Master's-level role supports patients and families through end-of-life care in the Ann Arbor, Lansing, and Flint areas.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree (MSW) from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
- Has a current Social Worker License in the state of practice in accordance with state licensure requirements
- Must maintain a valid driver's license and good driving record
- Proficiency in clinical skills
- Be available at all times during agency operating hours or as needed
- The ability to make sound professional clinical judgment
- The ability to assess and document patient needs and formulate individualized patient care plans to meet those needs
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency in personal computer use including email, clinical, word processing, and spreadsheet software
Desired 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
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