Social Worker MSW/MSW SR - 1.0 FTE - Department of Psychiatry, crossing both University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services (UMATS) and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Social Worker MSW/MSW SR - 1.0 FTE - Department of Psychiatry, crossing both University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services (UMATS) and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

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Job Summary

This appointment is a full-time clinical position crossing UMATS and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. The position involves participation on a multi-disciplinary outpatient team, with clinical responsibilities to provide direct billable clinical work in evaluating and treating high suicide risk patients in both intensive outpatient programs (IOPs) for suicide assessment and safety planning, back up coverage for both IOPs, and the remaining time will be providing individual psychotherapy to patients in one of the areas (Child or UMATS). Previous experience running group psychotherapy treatment and using outcome measures is desired and participation in the education and training of students and staff from social work and other disciplines is expected.

Applicants should have advanced evidence-based psychotherapy training in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) comprising of 30 plus hours of didactics and supervised clinical experience using this modality for 6 or more months. Applicants with full licensure and evidence-based trainings will be considered the most qualified. Although this position is primarily clinical, those with appropriate knowledge base and experience will have opportunities for active participation in training and supervision of students and staff from a range of mental health disciplines. Some skills and training in research are a plus, though not a requirement.

Why Join the Department of Social Work Ambulatory Psychiatry team?

As a member of this team, you will play a vital role in providing psychiatric and addiction evaluations and psychotherapy to patients with alcohol use disorders, other substance use disorders and youth and parents of youth with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and youth who are at higher risk for suicide.

The Department of Social Work strives to foster an environment of respect and belonging; a place where every person feels valued and can thrive. We are seeking a diverse candidate pool who is passionate about providing optimal psychosocial care to this patient population.

What Perks and Benefits Can You Look Forward to?

• 2:1 match on retirement savings

• Excellent medical, dental, and vision coverage starting on day one of employment

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and paid holidays

• Financial support for continuing education and certifications

Responsibilities*

You will be responsible for:

• Providing direct billable clinical work including psychiatric and addiction suicide risk assessments, intensive outpatient treatment programing and psychotherapy to either adults with Alcohol Use Disorders, other substance use disorders and mental health diagnoses or youth and parents of youth with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and youth who are at higher risk for suicide.

• Providing evidence-based psychotherapy treatment including individual, family and group modalities.

• Participation in the education and training of students and staff from social work and other disciplines.

Required Qualifications*

• A Master's degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.

• A current license to practice social work in the State of Michigan.

• Applicants should have advanced evidence-based psychotherapy training comprising of 30 plus hours of didactics and supervised clinical experience using specific modality for 6 or more months.

• Applicants must be able to bill Medicare for services.

Desired Qualifications*

• Applicants should have the knowledge base and experience to participate in the education and training of students and staff from social work and other disciplines.

• Efficient, accurate psychiatric assessment skills and effective case presentation skills.

• Independent, sound decision-making is necessary for success in this position.

• Effective collaboration with a large multi-disciplinary team.

• Proficiency in keeping accurate and timely clinical records by computer.

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about thework modes (https://hr.umich.edu/working-u-m/my-employment/ways-we-work-resource-center/ways-we-work-implementation-group/modes-work) .

Work Schedule

This is full time, 40 hour/week onsite position. This position will require some evening hours, typically 1-2 days per week.

Work Locations

This position will work out of a primary work site location:

• Rachel Upjohn Building: 4250 Plymouth Rd, Ann Arbor, MI 48109

Underfill Statement

This position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate. Advancement through the career ladder at the Expert or Clinical Scholar Level is required for placement in the MSW Senior Classification

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Background Screening

Under Michigan law, a criminal history check including fingerprinting is required as a condition of transfer or employment for this position.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled anytime after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

285163

Working Title

Social Worker MSW/MSW SR - 1.0 FTE - Department of Psychiatry, crossing both University of Michigan Addiction Treatment Services (UMATS) and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Job Title

Social Worker MSW

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite

Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MM Soc Wrk - Adm & Guest Suprt

Posting Begin/End Date

11/05/2026 - 11/19/2026

Career Interest

Patient Care Services

Social Work

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