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Job Title: Social Work – MSW
Job Summary:
- The Social Worker provides direct social work services to students and families, assisting with personal and environmental issues surrounding social issues and lifestyle changes.
- Home care setting
- Collaborates with students, families and the school staff to provide an effective plan to meet the pediatric/adolescent student needs during their school and occasionally
- Provide social work services to pediatric/adolescent student populations through implementation of the five phases of the social work process
- Provide referrals to community resources and agencies
- Communicate effectively with students, families and school staff promoting patient satisfaction and the achievement of goals
Essential Functions:
- Coordinate student care with other members of the school staff to ensure achievement of desired outcomes, quality, and efficient utilization of resources
- There will be limited training on site – candidates will need to be able to adapt quickly
Required Skills & Experience:
- Knowledge about the care of the pediatric and adolescent patient
- Previous home care experience
- 5+ years case management experience with 2+ years recent acute inpatient case management experience
- Discharge planning experience
Required Education:
- Completion of a Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited program
Required Certifications & Licensure:
- Current licensure as a Social Worker in the State of Michigan: Masters Social Worker license (LMSW) OR Limited Masters Social Worker License (LLMSW)
- Valid Michigan driver’s license and a dependable vehicle insured as required by the State of Michigan
OpTech is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating a diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, status as a parent, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics as defined by federal, state or local laws. https://www.optechus.com/eeo_self_identification/