Social Worker - Emergency & Access Services

$1,000 signing bonus offered to the successful candidate! Responsible for completing telephonic or in-person clinical screenings and/or brief assessments of persons requesting behavioral health services. Makes determination of appropriate level of care and eligibility for referrals to the public behavioral health system, which may include acute care services, specialty mental health services, substance use disorder services, or diversion to alternative non-specialty mental health services. Full-time shifts available for (2:00 PM – 12:00 AM) and third shift (10:00 PM -7:00 AM for 8 shifts and one shift 11:00 PM -7:00 AM over a two week period). Third shift will be a hybrid position following the training period. Must have weekend availability.

Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in social work or related field with current Michigan Social Work license required. Prefer a minimum of two years of experience in the behavioral health field providing services to children/adolescents and/or two years of experience working with people who have intellectual and developmental disabilities. Must be proficient in the use of technology and possess a high level of customer service skills/phone etiquette. Prior experience completing mental health evaluations and an understanding of clinical diagnoses based on the current DSM V is required. Familiarity with managed care philosophy, systems and procedures is preferred. Must be available to work nights, weekends and holidays.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,128.00 - $56,775.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Mileage reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Patient demographics:

• Adolescents
• Adults
• Children
• Older adults

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• Evening shift
• Night shift
• Overnight shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Behavioral health: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• LLBSW or LBSW (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Preferred)
• Overnight Shift (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Bay City, MI 48708: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person