Provide direct intervention in areas such as mental health , suicide risk, domestic violence, sexual assault, child/adult abuse or neglect, grief, crisis intervention, adjustment to illness, advocacy, and substance abuse.
Partner with the multidisciplinary team to proactively support behavior management and patient safety .
Conduct assessments, provide clinical interventions, and coordinate care to support safe and timely discharge planning .
Collaborate with internal and external partners to determine the most appropriate plan of care for each patient.
Coordinate and manage systems to ensure timely discharge to psychiatric facilities , substance abuse treatment programs , outpatient services , and other community resources. Learn more:
Crisis intervention
Discharge coordination
Multidisciplinary teamwork
Education & Experience
Master's Degree in Social Work required.
1-2 years of professional experience in healthcare or mental health preferred. Explore: education requirements
Licenses, Registrations, Certifications
Master's degree in Social Work and LMSW or LLMSW in good standing with the State of Michigan.
External stakeholders: patients, families, third‑party payers, community agencies
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Hospital Operations & Coverage
Work variable shifts (1st, 2nd, 3rd; 8‑ or 12‑hour), including holidays and weekends.
Respond to call downs and support acute care codes (trauma, stroke, AMI, Code Blue).
Cover multiple units (ICU, med/surg, specialty units) and prioritize based on acuity. Explore: acute care workflow
Crisis Intervention & Safety
Communicate effectively with distressed individuals under adverse conditions.
Collaborate with security, Risk, nursing, and police to reduce workplace violence.
Assist with crisis de‑escalation and behavior plans.
Support cases involving violent injuries to reduce risk to patients, staff, and community. Learn more: crisis intervention
Clinical Assessment & Mental Health Expertise
Utilize empathy, crisis assessment, and counseling techniques.
Assess social/emotional needs of patients, families, and staff.
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of mental health, suicide risk, and DSM‑V criteria.
Complete mental health assessments and coordinate with Psychiatry Consult services.
Facilitate psychiatric transfers or develop safe discharge plans. Explore: mental health assessment
Care Coordination & Discharge Planning
Identify when complex care meetings are needed and escalate appropriately.
Develop creative interventions when placement options are limited.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (psych, child life, nursing, PT, etc.).
Make referrals to community agencies and specialists.
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Benefits
Health insuranceVision insurancePerformance bonus
Additional Information
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Location
BMH Bronson Methodist Hospital
Title
Medical Social Worker - PRN Status (Multiple Openings) - Bronson Methodist Hospital Up to $500 Sign-on Bonus Available!
Position Details - Bronson Methodist Hospital
PRN positions available
Sign‑on bonus up to $500 for PRN roles
PRN staff support IP (Inpatient) and ED (Emergency Department)
Variable shifts, which may include weekends and holidays
ER every‑other‑weekend assignment with opportunities to pick up additional shifts Explore: PRN scheduling
Position Summary
PRN Medical Social Workers provide essential social work services across all medical areas of the hospital, supporting patients from infant to geriatric populations. This role requires strong clinical judgment, crisis intervention skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
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