Medical Social Worker – Inpatient/ED

Full Time | 72 or 80 Hours per Pay Period Bronson Battle Creek Sign-On Bonus: Up to $10,000

About the Role

Bronson Battle Creek is hiring multiple Medical Social Workers to provide clinical social work services across inpatient units and the Emergency Department. This role supports patients across the lifespan and plays a key part in crisis intervention, care coordination, and safe discharge planning.

Position Highlights

• Full-time positions available

• Day and variable shift options

• 72 or 80 hours per pay period

• Sign-on bonus up to $10,000 for eligible full-time candidates

• Day-1 comprehensive benefits

Key Responsibilities

Clinical and Crisis Intervention

• Provide crisis assessment, de-escalation, and safety planning

• Support cases involving mental health, suicide risk, domestic violence, sexual assault, abuse/neglect, grief, and substance use

• Conduct mental health assessments and coordinate with Psychiatry Consult services

• Facilitate psychiatric transfers and develop safe discharge plans

Care Coordination and Discharge Planning

• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including nursing, physicians, PT/OT, child life, and psychiatry

• Coordinate referrals to community agencies, outpatient services, and treatment programs

• Participate in multidisciplinary rounds and provide clinical updates

• Ensure safe, timely discharge planning with appropriate follow-up resources

Hospital Operations

• Respond to acute care codes (trauma, stroke, AMI, Code Blue)

• Cover multiple units based on acuity and patient flow

• Partner with security, Risk, and police to support safety and reduce workplace violence

Legal and Ethical Responsibilities

• Complete legal documentation for involuntary psychiatric hospitalization, guardianship, and related processes

• Collaborate with hospital attorneys and testify when required

Documentation and Compliance

• Document assessments and interventions in the EMR accurately and timely

• Participate in policy development, quality improvement, and required education

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work required

• LMSW or LLMSW in good standing with the State of Michigan (LMSW preferred)

• One to two years of experience in healthcare or mental health preferred

• Strong communication, crisis intervention, problem-solving, and advocacy skills

• Ability to work in emotionally charged situations and collaborate across teams

Work Environment

• Clean, well-lit, temperature-controlled hospital setting

• Exposure to infectious diseases and high-stress situations

• Regular standing, walking, and patient interaction

• Ability to lift up to 10 pounds and assist with patient movement