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.
Job Summary
0.5 FTE (20 hrs) Social Work (MSW) FLOAT position, job share partner with another 0.5 FTE Float, responsible for social work coverage spanning outpatient specialty clinics and continuity clinical coverage (inpt/outpt) during vacancies, leaves of absence, Social Worker of the Day coverage, and coverage of social work referrals from unallocated pediatric/ob clinics, additional coverage as determined by Social Work manager.
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:
- 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.
Required Qualifications*
- A master's degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
- Some experience of a professional social work
- A current license to practice social work in the State of Michigan (LMSW or LLMSW).
- This classification requires Primary Source Verification.
Desired Qualifications*
- Due to the nature of the variety of medical diagnoses associated with this population, proficiency in adjustment, loss, and bereavement issues is desirable
- 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 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.
- Two years experience with families and children around issues of chronic illness, adjustment to illness and disability, learning/school issues, locating community resources
Why Join Michigan Medicine?
Michigan Medicine is one of the largest health care complexes in the world and has been the site of many groundbreaking medical and technological advancements since the opening of the U-M Medical School in 1850. Michigan Medicine is comprised of over 30,000 employees and our vision is to attract, inspire, and develop outstanding people in medicine, sciences, and healthcare to become one of the world?s most distinguished academic health systems. In some way, great or small, every person here helps to advance this world-class institution. Work at Michigan Medicine and become a victor for the greater good.
What Benefits can you Look Forward to?
- Excellent medical, dental and vision coverage effective on your very first day
- 2:1 Match on retirement savings
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
TBD
Work Locations
This position will primarily work out of C.S. Mott Hospital and Von Voightlander Women's Hospital, with additional coverage possible across Michigan Medicine pediatric specialty clinics.
Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work modes are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work arrangements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment.
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.