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Clinical Social Worker - Emergency Department

Trinity Health

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Grand Rapids, MI, USA

Posted on Jul 26, 2025

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

12 Hour Day Shift

Description:

Part Time Emergency Department Social Worker, 10am-10pm every other weekend, 24 hours per week.

Job Summary:

The Clinical Social Worker provides psychosocial support to patients and families in the Emergency Department. This role includes conducting assessments, developing treatment goals, providing brief counseling, and coordinating care to address psychosocial needs. The position is part-time, working every other weekend from 10:00 AM to 10:00 PM (24 hours per week).

Essential Functions:

Conduct psychosocial assessments of patients, families, and social systems.
Develop and implement treatment goals to support patient care.
Provide brief, solution-focused counseling and crisis intervention.
Act as a patient advocate and coordinate referrals to community resources.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care.
Document all interventions and communications in the medical record.
Participate in on-call coverage as needed.

Qualifications:

Education:

Required: Master’s Degree in Social Work or related field from an accredited institution.
Preferred: Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited school of social work.

Licensure/Certification:

Required: Eligible for licensure as LLMSW or LMSW by the Michigan Board of Social Work.
Preferred: LMSW with clinical designation.

Experience:

Required: Minimum one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting.
Preferred: Two or more years of experience in healthcare, with background in community health, case management, or patient advocacy.

Skills & Abilities:

Strong critical thinking and prioritization skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication.
Ability to maintain professional composure in high-pressure situations.
Knowledge of psychosocial interventions and community resources.
Computer literacy and ability to navigate electronic systems.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to stand for extended periods, lift up to 35 lbs, and operate patient movement equipment.
Emotional stability and resilience in crisis situations.

Work Schedule:

Shift: Every Other Weekend
Hours: 10:00 AM – 10:00 PM
FTE: 0.6 (24 hours/week)

Patient Population Served:

☑ Newborns
☑ Pediatrics
☑ Adolescents
☑ Adults
☑ Geriatrics

Working Conditions:

Maintains a safe and professional environment for patients, staff, and visitors in accordance with hospital policies and procedures.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.