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Social Worker (BSW)
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What they do
A Family, School, or General Social Worker provides specialized assistance to vulnerable families and children. Intervenes in crisis situations; evaluates individual and family needs, helps clients get access to health care, mental health care or social services such as housing assistance. Advocates for clients and provides follow up visits. May work with teachers, parents and school administrators to help students improve academically and deal with social issues such as bullying.
$67,891 / year median in Michigan
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Schedule :
Exempt, min 40 Hours per week | Monday- Friday | 8am
- 4:30pm
Department:
Social Work |Holland, Mi What You'll Do:
Join a passionate, collaborative care team where your work truly makes a difference! As a Social Worker (BSW) in our PACE program, you'll empower participants to live their best lives—supporting emotional well-being, guiding care transitions, and connecting them to valuable community resources. You'll be a champion for independence and quality of life, working alongside a dynamic interdisciplinary team to create meaningful, person-centered care every day. Department Social Work Employment Type Full Time Location Holland, MI Workplace type Onsite Compensation $51,000- $61,200 / year
Key Responsibilities Case Management & Care Coordination:
- Manage and coordinate care plans, working closely with healthcare professionals, families, and community organizations.
- Facilitate participant transitions of care, ensuring compliance with policies and smooth handoffs between care settings.
Participant Support & Advocacy:
- Conduct wellness checks to assess the health and well-being of participants in various settings.
- Assist participants in accessing community resources such as housing, healthcare, and financial assistance.
Screening & Eligibility:
- Assist in assessing financial eligibility for programs, including supporting applications and required documentation.
- Perform screenings to identify participant needs and make appropriate recommendations.
Collaboration & Communication:
- Maintain ongoing communication with participants, families, facilities, and external agencies to coordinate care and resolve issues.
- Must possess a Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).
- Active
LLBSW/LBSW
license in the state of Michigan.- Minimum of one year of experience working with a frail or elderly population (preferred).
- Must possess a current, valid driver's license and maintain appropriate auto insurance.
- Current CPR certification, or willingness to obtain within 6 months of employment with LifeCircles. Skills and Competencies
- Strong desire to work in a team-based model of care.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly organized with strong time management abilities.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, Word) and electronic medical records systems.
- Demonstrates professionalism, critical thinking, creativity, flexibility, and strong problem-solving skills.
- Maintains high ethical standards and a strong sense of integrity.
- Comfortable working independently and managing self-directed daily responsibilities. Benefits Generous 6 weeks of Flexible time off per year —plus paid holidays on top of that. Competitive Benefits for Full-Time Team Members
- Enjoy Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance starting on the 1st of the month after 30 days of hire. Retirement Savings Plan
- Secure your future with employer contributions. Daily Pay
- Instantly transfer your daily earnings. Team Member Referral Bonus Program
- Earn $500 when you bring great people to our team! Career Growth & Development
- Advance your career with tuition assistance and school scholarships up to $3,000 per semester. Wellness Program & Reimbursemen t
- Prioritize your health and well-being, reimbursed 120 a year! Mileage Reimbursement
- Offered for work-related travel.