Sobre este puesto de Medical Social Worker - Pediatrics en Trinity Health
Employment Type:
Full timeShift:
Description:
The Medical Social Worker provides psychosocial assessment, case management, and resource coordination services to address barriers to patient’s optimal health related to Social Influencers of Health (SIOH). Connects patients with designated community agencies to meet social and financial needs, and provides advocacy, crisis intervention, and resource assistance to patients and families.This position will be fully in person at the West Arbor Pediatrics clinic.
Assesses patients using screening tools and clinical interview regarding their psycho-social factors.
Provides advanced problem solving, refers patients to community agencies to address needs and improve outcomes.
Intervenes with patients and their family/support system to alleviate barriers to health.
Brokers with community agencies to access services to meet patient’s needs.
Coordinates care across interdisciplinary team of providers.
Assess and triage patient needs by phone and in-office visits.
What We're Looking For:
EDUCATION: Masters degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
CREDENTIALS/LICENSURE: Valid, unrestricted license to practice clinical social work in the State of Michigan.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Minimum 2 years of experience in a social work setting with vulnerable populations. Preferred crisis intervention and medical setting experience, with pediatric populations.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
