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Training andexperience, and/or demonstrated competency in casework principles, including diagnosis, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment and transition planning; techniques in motivational interviewing and short-term, solution-focused therapy; awareness of community resources, public assistance and entitlement programs, ensuring transition to appropriate levels of care; and issues relating to age and stage of development, special needs and cultural patterns of patient population served. (25%)* Provide social work intervention as it relates to hospitalization including crisis management, mental health and suicide resources, health care decision?making, illness, ethical/legal concerns, discharge planning, and transitional care needs abuse, domestic violence, capacity, financial problems, compliance issues, as well as other psychosocial barriers to maximizing health status.

Summary:
 <div><table><tbody><tr><td align="left" height="196">The Behavioral Health Social Worker MSW plays a pivotal role in carrying out the mission of the organization providing high quality care including treatment planning, discharge planning, and utilization review to patients hospitalized on the mental health unit.  This role is responsible for assessing psycho?social needs, educating, counseling, along with planning, coordinating, and implementing care across the continuum while contributing to patient outcomes and length of stay.   Behavioral Health MSW works closely with other professionals (i.e., nursing, counselling staff, occupational therapy, psychiatry, psychology) Communicates teamwork, caring, and compassion with all internal and external healthcare team members.  </td></tr></tbody></table> </div>

Responsibilities:
   <div><table><tbody><tr><td align="left" height="305">(25%)*Complete and document a standard social work psycho social assessment by:Eliminate Barriers to treatment increase patient/family satisfaction, improve appropriate utilization of resources, create safety plan to address ethical and legal concerns, discharge and transitional care needs, trauma, financial problems, treatment compliance issues, substance use and other psychosocial barriers to maximizing health status.  (25%)*  Provide social work intervention as it relates to hospitalization including crisis management, mental health and suicide resources, health care decision?making, illness, ethical/legal concerns, discharge planning, and transitional care needs abuse, domestic violence, capacity, financial problems, compliance issues, as well as other psychosocial barriers to maximizing health status. (25%)* Actively participate in care coordination efforts to successfully identify high?risk factors and respond appropriately so that key information along with the ability to co?lead daily care coordination meetings with care team. <div><table><tbody><tr><td align="left" height="198">(25%)*Work with the healthcare team, patient, family and/or significant others to continually transition the patient to the appropriate level/place of care and avoidable days are captured, documented, advocate, mediate, and negotiate, with an emphasis on self determination for the patient system. Formulate a cohesive plan for maintaining the patients health status, improving social supports, and moving the patient safely into less restrictive, less costly levels of care according to available resources. Meet the comprehensive needs of the patient in their environment to avoid readmission.</td></tr></tbody></table></div> </td></tr></tbody></table></div> OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:   <div><table><tbody><tr><td align="left" height="684">Integrate relevant theories of family dynamics, crisis intervention, strengths based, solution focused and meaning of illness into every work with patients.  Participate in care coordination efforts to identify high?risk factors and respond appropriately so that key information is captured and documented.  Participates in daily team meetings.  Collaborates care with outside agencies, set F/U appointments, work with CMH for additional resource assistance with placement and discharge plan.  Builds professional relationships with patient, families and the treatment team to address conflict resolution with positive outcomes.  Communicates teamwork, caring and compassion  Provides excellent customer service in accordance with the mission, vision and values of the health system.  Assume responsibility for continuing professional development and maintains licensure.  Provides for the age specific needs of the population served according to evidence based standards and organizational policies/procedures for the adult and older adult populations.  Other duties as assigned.   <div><table><tbody><tr><td align="left" height="827">Membership in at least one professional organization (i.e. NASW, SSWLHC?MI Chapter, national SSWLHC, etc.) preferred. </td></tr></tbody></table> </div></td></tr></tbody></table></div>   

Certifications and Licensures:
Credential:BLS: Basic Life Support Equivalent Experience: Within 3 months of hire or transferQualification Source: AHA  Credential:MSW: Masters of Social Work Equivalent Experience: Licensure as a Masters Social Worker in the State of Michigan (or actively working towards). Limited License MSW employees must be actively working to obtain full licensure. These employees must pass licensing exam within two years of eligibility and work 4,000 hours supervised by LMSW.Qualification Source: MI  Credential:TEAM ADVANCED: Techniques for Effective Aggression Mgt Equivalent Experience: Within 6 months of hire or transfer (Employees who are in this position on or before 12/31/2023 will have 24 months to complete this certification)  Credential: Fingerprinting  Credential: iChat(annually on Hire Date)  Credential:RECIPIENT: Recipient Rights   

Required Education:
Education: Masters Degree in Social Work   

Other Information:
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS:  <div><table><tbody><tr><td align="left" height="827">Mandatory Recipient Rights training within 30 days of hire and annually is required. Mandatory nonviolent crisis intervention and physical management training (CPI) within 90 days of hire and annually thereafter. Training andexperience, and/or demonstrated competency in casework principles, including diagnosis, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment and transition planning; techniques in motivational interviewing and short-term, solution-focused therapy; awareness of community resources, public assistance and entitlement programs, ensuring transition to appropriate levels of care; and issues relating to age and stage of development, special needs and cultural patterns of patient population served. Knowledge of social work practices and processes related to the care of the behavioral health patients. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Must adhere to the National Associate of Social Workers Code of Ethics. Must follow MyMichigan Health and The Michigan Mental Health Code policies and mandatory educational competency requirements. MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.</td></tr></tbody></table></div>PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.  Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position. Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description.  Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s). Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching.  Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material.  Must follow MidMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required.  Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake. Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling.  May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis.  Physical Demand Level: Light.  Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.

Other Comments:

MyMichigan Health

Social Worker MSW

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Behavioral Health

Conflict Resolution

Crisis Intervention

Crisis Management

Customer Support/Service

Discharge Plans

Financial Compliance

Health Maintenance

Healthcare

Interpersonal Skills

Interviewing Skills

Leadership

Legal

Licensing

Lift/Move 20 Pounds

Microsoft Windows Operating System

Multitasking

Negotiation Skills

Nursing

Occupational Therapy

Pathogens

Physical Education

Plan Meetings

Psychiatry and Mental Health

Psychology

Quality of Care

Resource Utilization

Risk Analysis

Social Work

Special Needs

Team Player

Transitional Care

Utilization Management

[AW]-iCims

Training and experience, and/or demonstrated competency in casework principles, including diagnosis, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment and transition planning; techniques in individual, family and group therapy; awareness of community resources, public assistance and entitlement programs, ensuring transition to appropriate levels of care; and issues relating to age and stage of development, special needs and cultural patterns of the patient populations being served. (30%)* Provide social work intervention as it relates to hospitalization including crisis management, health care decision making, illness adjustment, ethical/legal concerns, discharge planning, and transitional care needs, child or elder abuse, domestic violence, competency, financial problems, compliances issues, substance abuse, mental illness as well as other psychosocial barriers to maximizing health status.

Summary:
The Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) plays a pivotal role in maintaining the quality-of-care patients receive during medical center hospitalization and post discharge. The BSW must have a high level of expertise and skill to create highly effective strategies for short-term and long-term goals in order to prevent readmissions and address unpredictable situations. BSW must be proficient in planning, executing and monitoring effectiveness of the care provided to ensure timely transition through the continuum of care. This requires effective skills in conflict resolution, decision making and team building. The BSW practices in accordance with the social work Code of Ethics and care management process utilizing tools, standards, models, goals and objectives, and performance improvement concepts. The BSW provides pertinent clinical data to outside agencies as needed to assure compliance with their requirements and represents the organization professionally. The ability to analyze, evaluate and distribute resources and educational information to ensure understanding of services to all educational levels is key to the role. The BSW is responsible for assessing the patient's psychosocial, spiritual needs, education and discharge planning needs.

Responsibilities:
 (30%)* Provide social work intervention as it relates to hospitalization including crisis management, health care decision making, illness adjustment, ethical/legal concerns, discharge planning, and transitional care needs, child or elder abuse, domestic violence, competency, financial problems, compliances issues, substance abuse, mental illness as well as other psychosocial barriers to maximizing health status. Administers patient assessment and writes evaluation report recommending treatment based on patient's needs and function level. (30%)* Work with health care team, patient, family and/or significant others to continually transition the patient to the appropriate level/place of care. Advocate, mediate, and negotiate, with an emphasis on self determination for the patient system, to formulate a cohesive plan for maintaining the patient's health status, improving social supports, and moving the patient safely into less restrictive, less costly levels of care according to available resources. (20%)* Records patient psychosocial evaluations, group therapies, and progress notes in their respective charts. Collaborate with the physician in competency/capacity determination, obtaining legal guardianship, involuntary psychiatric admission, adoptions, ethical concerns, etc. Complete and disseminate all necessary legal and clinical documentation as needed for resolution. (20%)* Active in the patient discharge planning process and assists in the patient's discharge to home or other extended care facility placement. Involve family in the treatment and discharge planning process if agreed upon by the patient. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Complete and document a standard social work psychosocial and spiritual assessment to: Eliminate barriers to treatment and discharge, increase patient/family satisfaction, improve appropriate utilization of resources.Selects and schedules treatment activities consistent with the changing needs of the patient. Coordinates with other team members in the implementation of treatment plan; communicates recommendations to other disciplines. Identify the need for and conduct family meetings, with or without the physician, which result in understanding, comfort, decision making, and other important outcomes, such as discharge.Integrate relevant theories of family dynamics, crisis intervention, strengths-based, solution-focused, and meaning of illness into everyday casework.Summarize a patient and family situation concisely, with helpful guidance to non-social work staff members about recommendations for actions to be taken and barriers to discharge.Facilitate discharge planning for patients i.e., extended care placements, other facility transfers, and home care arrangements in collaboration with the health care team.Actively participate in care coordination efforts to successfully identify high-risk factors and respond appropriately so that key information, next steps and avoidable days are captured and documented. Is an active participant in the daily care coordination meetings.Accepts accountability for the clinical outcomes that the Discharge Planning role can facilitate.Maintains timely, clear, and concise documentation in all required systems.Provides pertinent clinical data to designated outside agencies to assure compliance with their requirements.Assures compliance with regulatory requirements.Builds professional relationships with patient, families, facilities and resources to address conflict resolution with positive outcomes.Completes all documentation and data entry requirements. Identifies high risk population and addresses opportunities for intervention. Willingly and consistently offer to help peers as needed.Knowledgeable of the Hospitals computer system as it relates to the Social Services department and accessing patient related information. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to deal with confidential information tactfully and diplomatically.ParticipatesinContinuousQualityImprovementasrequiredbytheMedicalCenterandthejobdescription.Understands and is accountable for the Medical Center's customer service program.  

Certifications and Licensures:
Credential:BSW: Bachelors of Social Work Equivalent Experience: Can be a limited license if MSW is available to supervise.  Credential: Fingerprinting 

Required Education:
Education: Bachelors Degree Equivalent Experience: Master's degree preferred. LLBSW or LBSW required at time of hire. Limited License BSW employees must be actively working to obtain full licensure either as a LBSW or working towards their LMSW. These employees must pass licensing exam and complete 4,000 hours of supervised post degree social work by a LMSW. Certification in Case Management preferred. Recommended that the Case Manager receives their ACM certification after two years of experience.Education Specialization: SOCWRK   

Other Information:
EXPERIENCE, TRAINING AND SKILLS: A minimum of two (2) years experience in a health care setting preferred. Training and experience, and/or demonstrated competency in casework principles, including diagnosis, assessment, crisis intervention, treatment and transition planning; techniques in individual, family and group therapy; awareness of community resources, public assistance and entitlement programs, ensuring transition to appropriate levels of care; and issues relating to age and stage of development, special needs and cultural patterns of the patient populations being served. Knowledge of medical social work practices, processes and procedures as normally acquired through three years experience working in a medical center (preferred), social agency or community organization dealing with physical and/or mental health and/or welfare. Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner. Adherence to the National Association of Social Workers Code of Ethics. MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft Windows. An employee may be required to participate in further learning opportunities offered by MyMichigan Health.  Membership in at least one professional organization (i.e., NASW, Society for Social Work Leadership in Health Care (SSWLHC) MI Chapter, national SSWLHC, etc.) preferred.PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS AND TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:Exposure to stressful situations, including those involving public contact, as well as, trauma, grief and death.  Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position.Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description. Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s).Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time. May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching. Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material. Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required. Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake.Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling. May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis. Physical Demand Level: Light. Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 11-20 lbs., frequently (34-66% of the workday) 10 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls.

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