Clinical Social Worker Neurodevelopmental Disorders Unit Pediatric Center Full Time

Grand Rapids, MI

Full time

JR105611

Cost Center

241 PCBH Ancillary

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

First Shift (United States of America)

Shift & Status

M-F, 1st shift on NDD Unit

What Will you Do?

As a Clinical Social Worker at Pine Rest, you’ll be part of tight-knit team that believes in the healing power of your expertise and compassion. You’ll be responsible for a group of patients, directing their care by crafting an individualized treatment approach which includes discipline-specific interventions. You will ensure each patient receives the appropriate level of service, and will communicate with families, referral sources, and insurance providers as you coordinate world-class care.

Our Clinical Social Workers are driven to make an impact in the lives of those we serve and are motivated by the healing they witness first-hand each day. They are dedicated to excellent customer service, enthusiastic about the care we offer, and foster a sense of belonging and empowerment in a diverse workplace.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

• Assesses and prioritizes patient/client treatment needs including discharge needs.

• Implements plan of care and collaborates with the clinical team to assure a uniform plan of care.

• Provides individual, group, and family therapy or interventions; psychosocial assessment, including assessment of co-occurring disorders (group therapy is not provided on the Neurodevelopment Disorder unit).

• Provides input to the interdisciplinary treatment plan, functioning as a team member.

• Establishes therapeutic relationship with assigned patients/clients including engaging, deescalating, screening, and managing crises.

• Serves as a liaison between community resources, family, patient/client, and hospital- or clinic-based providers of care.

• Assures appropriate length of stay based on continual reassessment of patient’s/client’s progress towards goals.

• Responsible to monitor for and report to the manager, attending physician, or appropriate team leader any potential risk to patient safety that could lead to an adverse outcomes.

• Responsible to role model the mission and values of the organization, presenting a professional image that is projected in appearance, attitudes and behaviors, time management and communication skills. Provides spiritual, emotional, social, mental and physical support to patients.

• Responsible to uphold the healing ministry of Christ through relationships that honor integrity, stewardship, empowerment, the promotion of diversity and professional excellence.

What Does Role Require:

Education/Experience:

• Master’s degree required in social work, LLMSW or LMSW.

• For Substance Abuse programs: A Master's degree required in behavioral health sciences and two years post graduate work in substance use disorder treatment. Additional experience of two years post graduate mental health work preferred.

• Must hold current Michigan licensure in the field of social work

• One-year mental health experience, to be able to independently assess patient's needs and to implement and evaluate effective plans of care and acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of policies and procedures.

• One-year mental health experience, to be able to independently assess patient’s needs and to implement and evaluate effective plans of care and acquire and effectively utilize knowledge of policies and procedures, is preferred.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, vision & life insurance plans

• 403(b) retirement match contribution by Pine Rest

• Generous PTO for full and part time employees

• Tuition assistance & loan forgiveness

• Employee Assistance Program offering many free and discounted services for therapy, legal, accounting, gym membership, etc.

• Partnership with Davenport University provides generous discount on tuition for employees and family members.

Notice:

Pine Rest provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

All new employees are subject to a criminal background check and education verification which may include sending a copy of your high school diploma, GED, or college transcripts.

Successful completion of a drug screen prior to employment is also part of our background process.

Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services requires all employees to receive the COVID-19 vaccinations subject to certain exclusions. Pine Rest is committed to granting reasonable accommodations in accordance with applicable laws.

Evidence-Based Hiring

At Pine Rest, we believe in nurturing our employees as holistic beings, understanding their unique strengths and potential to contribute to our team. Our commitment to evidence-based hiring practices ensures an equitable process and that we find the right fit for both our candidates and our organization.

Why Assessments Matter

As part of our comprehensive hiring process, we invite candidates to complete a series of assessments designed to provide valuable insights into their work preferences, personality traits, and cognitive abilities. These assessments are not just a crucial step in our screening process but also an opportunity for candidates to gain a deeper understanding of themselves.

Our Assessments

• Personality Traits: 120 questions, approximately 20 minutes

• Career Interests: 90 questions, approximately 15 minutes

• Thinking Skills: 39 questions, approximately 20 minutes

These assessments help us create a holistic profile of our candidates, allowing us to match their unique qualities with the right roles within our organization. This approach not only benefits us but also empowers candidates with self-knowledge that can be pivotal in their career journeys.

The Benefit to You

We value the time and effort you invest in completing these assessments. In return, you will receive:

• Personalized JOFI Job Fit Summary: Gain insights into how your strengths align with potential roles at Pine Rest.

• Exclusive Access to CareerNavigation.org: Use this resource to plan and navigate your career development now and in the future.

Our assessments are designed to be user-friendly and can be completed on a computer, tablet, or mobile phone at your convenience. If access to technology is an issue, we invite you to visit our Human Resources department to complete the assessments.

Committed to Your Success

At Pine Rest, we are committed to creating a supportive and fulfilling work environment. Our evidence-based hiring practices reflect our dedication to finding and nurturing the best talent. Join us and discover how we can grow together !

Apply Today

Experience a hiring process that cares about you as a whole person ! Apply today and take the first step towards a rewarding career with Pine Rest.