Summary

Why Join the Department of Social Work Primary Care Team?

You will be part of an interdisciplinary team of care managers providing bio-psychosocial assessments, case management services, and short-term psychotherapy services to patients with medical and/or psychiatric diagnoses. This position will provide clinical services to patients of all ages in primary care and specialty care clinics at Northville Health Center.

The Department of Social Work strives to foster an environment of respect, diversity, and inclusion; 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

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Responsibilities*

You will be responsible for:

• Bio-psychosocial assessments
• Patient advocacy
• Psychotherapy
• Psycho-education
• Adjustment to illness counseling
• Crisis intervention
• Safety planning
• Grief counseling
• Referrals to community resources
• Case management services

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

Desired Qualifications*

• Previous experience with medical and mental health social work.
• Skilled in developing rapport and effectively communicating with a diverse patient population.
• Efficient, accurate assessment of patient needs and effective case dispositions.
• Effective organizational skills, flexibility, self-motivation, the ability to effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic medical clinic.
• 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.

Work Schedule

This is a 40 hour/week position. The typical schedule will fall between Monday-Friday with start and end times 8:00-4:30 or 8:30-5:00.

Work Locations

Northville Health Center, 39901 Traditions Dr, Northville, MI 48168. This role is currently a hybrid position located remotely and at Northville Health Center, however work location is adjusted as needed to accommodate patient care needs/volume. Candidates need to be flexible and willing to adjust between hybrid and onsite work as needed.

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.

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. This job may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

Vaccine Requirements

COVID-19 vaccinations are required for all students, faculty and staff working in the following areas: Michigan Medicine including the Medical School, Dental School, University Health Service or the Mary A. Rackham Institute. This includes those working remotely and temporary workers. More information on this new policy is available on the U-M Health Response.

U-M EEO/AA Statement

The University of Michigan is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.