Clinical Social Worker

Acadia•Chesterfield Township, MI

6d•$30 - $35

About The Position

Harbor Oaks Hospital is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to provide therapeutic support and services to patients experiencing behavioral problems, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, and physical or emotional abuse. The role involves planning and coordinating individualized and group services, promoting recovery and symptom reduction, and helping patients achieve the highest possible level of social functioning. New graduates are welcome, and limited licensure is accepted. The Social Worker conducts psychosocial assessments, develops treatment plans, provides crisis intervention, supports patients and families, and coordinates care with a multidisciplinary team. The role also includes discharge planning, group facilitation, referrals, caseload management, and timely, accurate patient documentation. Patient safety, professional conduct, and compliance with facility and accreditation standards are central to the position. Free licensure supervision is offered. The hourly rate is $30.00–$35.00, based on experience and licensure level, and the posting advertises a $10,000 sign-on bonus.

Requirements

Master’s degree required; the posting specifies a Master’s in Social Work from an accredited program and also lists Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related therapeutic field.
State licensure as required where the facility operates; possible credentials include LMSW, LCSW, or LSW. Limited licensure is accepted.
CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required; training is available upon hire and offered by the facility.
Empathy, resilience, and a strong ethical compass.
Ability to respond calmly during crises, advocate for vulnerable people, and work dependably as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

New graduates are welcome.
Free licensure supervision is offered.

Responsibilities

Conduct psychosocial assessments and develop effective treatment plans using appropriate therapeutic principles while ensuring patient safety.
Gather information about patients’ needs, skills, interests, and limitations through observation and patient and family interviews.
Provide crisis intervention and help families understand the implications of difficult life situations and their impact on lifestyle.
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meetings to discuss psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing discharge planning.
Identify, assess, and coordinate patient cases and anticipate needs related to illness, hospitalization, finances, education, and home or community services.
Facilitate education, process, and support groups, and provide referrals as requested.
Conduct intakes and assist with coordinating placements within facility programs, as needed.
Promote recovery, symptom reduction, and the highest achievable level of social functioning.
Communicate with family members or help them understand and support the patient.
Manage a caseload and maintain accurate, timely chart documentation that meets facility and accreditation standards.
Demonstrate a positive, empathetic, and professional attitude; acknowledge and work to resolve unmet patient needs and complaints.
Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.