Social Worker MSWMSW SR - 1.0 FTE - Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation PM&R Chronic Widespread Symptoms CWS Program at the Burlington Center

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Job Summary

This appointment is a full-time clinical position in the CWS Program. The position involves participation in an interdisciplinary outpatient team, with clinical responsibilities to provide direct billable clinical work in evaluating and treating patients with CWS and related diagnoses. The CWP Program will provide focused, time-limited consultations using a biopsychosocial approach to better understand and manage CWS. The program aims to improve patients' understanding of their condition and promote independence by helping them implement effective self-management strategies. Previous experience working with complex populations, running individual/group psychotherapy treatment and using outcome measures is desired. Participation in the education and training of students and staff from social work and other disciplines is expected.

Applicants should have advanced evidence-based psychotherapy training that may include: CBT, ACT, DBT, PRT, and/or EAET consistent with supervised clinical experience using such modality for 6 or more months. Further training may be provided on an as needed basis.

Applicants with full licensure and evidence-based trainings will be considered the most qualified. Although this position is primarily clinical, those with appropriate knowledge base and experience will have opportunities for active participation in training and supervision of students and staff from a range of mental health disciplines. Some skills and training in research are a plus, though not a requirement.

Why Join the Department of Social Work PM&R team?

As a member of this team, you will play a vital collaborative role in evaluation, focused care coordination, and providing biopsychosocial evaluations and psychotherapy to patients with CWS.

The Department of Social Work strives to foster an environment of respect and belonging; a place where every person feels valued and can thrive. We are seeking a diverse candidate pool who is passionate about providing optimal psychosocial care to this patient population.

What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to?

• 2:1 match on retirement savings
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one of employment
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays
• Financial support for continuing education and certifications

Responsibilities*

You will be responsible for:

• Screening CWS Program referrals for appropriateness based on inclusion criteria.
• Coordination for the evaluation of patients in collaboration with physician partners and specialty groups across Michigan Medicine Widespread Symptoms Network.
• Providing direct billable clinical work including biopsychosocial and symptoms intake evaluations and individual/group psychotherapy to adults with CWS and mental health diagnoses.
• Providing evidence-based psychotherapy treatment including individual, family and group modalities.
• Participation in the education and training of students and staff from social work and other disciplines.

Required Qualifications*

• A Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
• A current license to practice social work in the State of Michigan (LMSW or LLMSW).
• Applicants should have advanced evidence-based psychotherapy training comprising supervised clinical experience using specific modality for 6 or more months.

Desired Qualifications*

• Applicants should have the knowledge base and experience to participate in the education and training of students and staff from social work and other disciplines.
• Efficient, accurate psychiatric assessment skills and effective case presentation skills.
• Independent, sound decision-making is necessary for success in this position.
• Effective collaboration with a large multi-disciplinary team.
• Proficiency in keeping accurate and timely clinical records by computer.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes.

Work Schedule

This is full time, 40 hour/week position. This position may require some evening hours.

Work Locations

This position will work out of a primary work site location:

• Burlington Office Building: 325 E Eisenhower Parkway, Ann Arbor, MI 48108

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Advancement through the career ladder at the Expert or Clinical Scholar Level is required for placement in the MSW Senior Classification

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.