Social Worker MSW/MSW SR - 0.8 FTE at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital (32 Hours) - Day Shift (Mon, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday)

About the role

The MSW will provide critical psychosocial support for the Pediatric Orthopedic and Neurosurgery Clinics. This specialized role addresses the unique needs of children, adolescents, and young adults receiving care in these clinics. As an integral member of the multidisciplinary team, the MSW coordinates care, provides crisis intervention, advocates for patients and families, and connects them to essential resources, directly improving outcomes and strengthening overall quality of care. 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. This position is primarily onsite at C.S. Mott Children's Hospital, 1540 E. Hospital Dr., Ann Arbor, MI 48105-2945.

Responsibilities

• Evaluation of psychosocial needs and provision of billable social work interventions with a high degree of autonomy
• Patient Advocacy related to navigating health care systems
• Counseling to patients and families to address issues of coping and management of children with chronic health issues
• Work closely with inter-disciplinary teams to collaborate on plan of care for patient
• Collaboration with medical teams and Child Protection team to assess issues of neglect or abuse
• Working closely with community agencies including with school systems to advocate for the special needs of chronically ill children
• Participation in inter-disciplinary team meetings, Social Work meetings and committee work that support the patient care mission

Requirements

• 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)
• Two years experience with families and children around issues of chronic illness, adjustment to illness and disability, learning/school issues, locating community resources

Skills

• Proficiency in adjustment, loss, and bereavement issues
• 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 care planning
• Effective organizational skills, flexibility, self-motivation, the ability to effectively prioritize multiple competing tasks in a dynamic medical clinic
• Independent, sound decision-making
• Effective collaboration with a large multi-disciplinary team
• Proficiency in keeping accurate and timely clinical records by computer

Benefits

• 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

Schedule

Monday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 8-4:30pm or 8:30am-5pm