Social Worker, Mental Health
Job in
Westland, Wayne County, Michigan, 48186, USA
Listing for:
Presbyterian Villages of Michigan
Per diem
position
Listed on 2026-01-29
Job specializations:
-
Healthcare
Mental Health, Community Health
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 55640 - 67695 USD Yearly
USD
55640.00
67695.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Overview
Presbyterian Villages of Michigan, a premier senior living services non‑profit organization, has a great opportunity to join our team at The Village of Westland as a Social Worker. We invite you to help us create new possibilities in quality living for the seniors we serve.
Why work for us? Our staff tell us they often leave work feeling good about the work they did and that they feel they personally make a difference here.
Great benefits including medical, dental, vision, generous paid time off, 403b retirement savings plan. Employees have early access to earned wages through Pay Activ.
Starting salary range between $55,640 - $67,695 based on experience.
Responsibilities
Assists residents and families in adjusting to physical, personal psychological and environmental difficulties which may interfere with quality of life. Provides guidance and advice to medical and administrative personnel regarding the impact of psychosocial factors on the treatment and progress of residents. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to improved health.
Essential Duties
Collaborate with other professionals to evaluate patients' medical or physical condition and to assess client needs.Refer patient, client, or family to community resources to assist in recovery from mental or physical illness and to provide access to services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement or education.Counsel residents and resident 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.Collaborates 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 treatment and care plan.Identify environmental impediments to client or patient progress through interviews and review of patient records.Investigate abuse or neglect 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.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 in order to keep informed on current information and skill development.Follow established policies and procedures including but not limited to:- Presbyterian Villages policies and procedures.
Qualifications
Education :
Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field
Experience :
None, but experience in a geriatric environment is beneficial and preferred
Computer
Skills:
Must be able to operate a computer Proficient in Microsoft Office Software
Certificates & Licenses: MI Social Worker License
Other Requirements:
Ability to work flexible hours including occasional evenings and weekends
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