LMSW Emergency Department

Trinity Health • Grand Rapids, MI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our compassionate Emergency Department team at Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, where your skills in clinical social work will make a critical impact during some of the most vulnerable moments in our patients’ lives. In this fast-paced environment, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide brief solution-focused counseling, and develop collaborative treatment goals. Your work will help patients navigate crisis situations, overcome barriers, and access needed community resources to ensure safe and effective care transitions.

Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Eligible for licensure as a Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by the Michigan Board of Social Work.
• Minimum of one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting; experience in emergency or acute care preferred.
• Exceptional crisis intervention and psychosocial assessment skills.
• Strong emotional resilience and sound decision-making under pressure.
• Compassionate communication and active listening.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic, high-acuity environment.
• Familiarity with local resources and referral processes for at-risk populations.
• Accurate, timely clinical documentation and case tracking.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency social work services during the 7pm-7am shift in the Emergency Department.
• Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments for patients and families in crisis.
• Develop individualized treatment and discharge plans that address emotional, social, and practical needs.
• Deliver brief counseling and crisis intervention.
• Coordinate with community agencies and internal resources to support safe care transitions.
• Serve as a patient advocate and liaison between care teams and families.
• Document assessments, plans, interventions, and outcomes in a timely and accurate manner.
• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary emergency care team to support holistic patient care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level