Position Summary:
Provides assessment and intervention to assist clients/families to improve social and economic difficulties interfering with health and wellness through use of casework process and principles, strategies, and community resources. Essential Functions and Responsibilities as Assigned:
Determines nature of clients situation by interviewing client; assessing medical, psychological, emotional, and social information; making on-site visits.
Establishes course of action by exploring options; setting goals with client.
Obtains assistance for client by referring him/her to community resources; arranging for appointments; establishing rapport with other agencies.
Fosters clients action or adjustment by interpreting attitudes and patterns of behavior; explaining and pointing out new options.
Performs individual and/or family therapy, as indicated.
Maintains Medical Record and department case documentation, including barriers to goal attainment, and client/family response to intervention.
Maintaining appropriate casework statistics is also a required function.
Education and Licensure Requirements
A Masters degree in Social Work from an accredited educational institution is required.
State of Michigan licensure as a Licensed Masters Social Worker (LMSW) is also required.
Prior experience is preferred.
Certifications and Training
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as a Healthcare Provider by the American Heart Association or equivalent through the Military Training network (MTN) is preferred.
Work Schedule and Availability
This position is available on a per diem basis.
The daily work times are from 8:00am to 4:30pm.
There are no weekend hours.
No on-call shifts are required.
Equal Opportunity Employer
This organization is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, veterans, and individuals with disabilities.
Additional Information
Schedule: Per Diem
Requisition ID: 26001121