Social Worker

Social Worker Grand Blanc, MI Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Master's degree in social work Collaborate with healthcare professionals CPR Certification Master of Social Work Stakeholder engagement Bachelor's degree in social work Hospice experience Hospice care Patient assessment BLS Certification Social work CPR Collaborating with government agencies Mid-level Driver's License Bachelor's degree Driving End-of-life care Mental health counseling Clinical documentation Organizational skills Patient interaction Social Work 1 year Managing patient records Referral coordination Communication skills Crisis intervention counseling Community resource coordination Full Job Description The social worker is responsible for delivering medical social work services, ensuring patients and families receive psychosocial support, and complying with all care standards and organizational agreements. Key Responsibilities 1. Patient & Family Assessment Evaluate psychosocial status of patients and caregivers Assess living conditions and safety Communicate findings to the care team (especially nurses and interdisciplinary group) 2. Social & Emotional Support Conduct social evaluations (family dynamics, caregiver ability, communication patterns) Identify risks (e.g., suicide, neglect, abuse) Provide counseling and coping support Deliver crisis intervention when needed 3. Cultural Awareness Assess cultural needs of patients and families Educate care team on cultural considerations (communication, traditions, family roles) 4. Documentation Maintain accurate clinical records for all social work cases 5. Advance Care Planning Educate and assist with advance directives 6. Resource Coordination Provide referrals for community resources Help address practical and environmental needs 7. Communication & Liaison Work Act as a bridge between patients, families, and community agencies Share relevant information with stakeholders 8. Collaboration Work closely with healthcare staff to support patient care 9. Community Networking Develop and maintain relationships with public and private agencies Education Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program OR Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) from a CSWE-accredited program (must meet regulatory requirements) Experience Minimum 1 year of healthcare experience Hospice experience preferred Understanding of hospice philosophy and end-of-life care Skills & Competencies Strong verbal and written communication skills Good organizational skills Ability to address death/dying issues and emotional factors Certifications & Licensure CPR certification required Must meet applicable state licensure requirements (if applicable) Other Requirements Valid driver's license Reliable, insured vehicle in good working condition