Social Worker, Mental Health

Job Overview

Presbyterian Villages of Michigan, a premier senior living services non-profit organization, offers a Social Worker position at The Village of East Harbor. We invite you to help us create new possibilities in quality living for the seniors we serve.

Our staff often leave work feeling good about the work they did and that they personally make a difference here.

• Medical, dental, vision coverage
• Generous paid time off
• 403(b) retirement savings plan
• Early access to earned wages through Pay Activ

Starting at $56,160 based on experience.

• Collaborate with professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and assess client needs.
• Refer patients, clients, or families to community resources to assist in recovery from mental and physical illness and provide access to services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement or education.
• Counsel residents and families to help them overcome dependencies, recover from illness, and adjust to life.
• Utilize consultation data and social work experience to plan and coordinate client or patient care and rehabilitation, following through to ensure service efficacy.
• Advocate for residents to resolve crises.
• Collaborate with residents, families, and staff regarding the development of an appropriate admission and discharge plan of care.
• Organize support groups or counsel family members to assist them in understanding, dealing with, and supporting the client or patient.
• Modify treatment plans to comply with changes in clients' status.
• Monitor, evaluate, and record client progress according to measurable goals described in the treatment and care plan.
• Identify environmental impediments to client patient progress through interviews and review of patient records.
• Investigate abuse or cases and take authorized protective action when necessary.
• Conduct social research to advance knowledge in the social work field.
• Participate in care conferences, consulting with the team caring for the resident, to evaluate the resident's needs and plan for continuing services.
• Attend and participate in all appropriate meetings and training opportunities to keep informed on current information and skill development.
• Follow established policies and procedures, including but not limited to Presbyterian Villages policies and procedures.

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field.

None required. Experience in a geriatric environment is beneficial and preferred.

• Proficient in operating a computer
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Software

MI Social Worker License.

Monday - Friday.