Clinical Social Worker- $10,000 Sign-On Bonus

Harbor Oaks Hospital

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Posted 16 days ago

Full Time

New Baltimore, Michigan

In Person

Smart Summary

Responsibilities

The social worker will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans for patients with behavioral and psychiatric needs. They will also facilitate group therapy sessions and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure effective discharge planning and patient safety.

Qualifications

You have a Master's in Social Work from an accredited program and possess or are working towards licensure such as LMSW, LCSW, or LSW. You demonstrate empathy, resilience, and a strong ethical compass, with the ability to conduct psychosocial assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.

Must Have Skills for ATS

Psychosocial assessment

Treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Discharge planning

Group therapy

CPR

De-escalation

Restraint certification

Job Description

Overview

 Make a Real Difference – Join Harbor Oaks Hospital as a Social Worker! 

Are you passionate about helping others and ready to be a lifeline for individuals on their journey to recovery? At Harbor Oaks Hospital, we’re not just another mental health and addiction treatment center—we’re New Baltimore’s leading behavioral health provider, and we’re building a team of heart-driven professionals who want to create lasting impact.

We’re on the lookout for a dedicated, compassionate, and bold Social Worker to join our clinical team and bring hope to those navigating mental health and substance use challenges. If you’re the kind of person who thrives in a supportive team environment and lives to empower others—keep reading. This might just be your calling.

 Why Harbor Oaks?

  • $10,000 Sign-On Bonus 

  • Free Licensure Supervision 

  • A benefits package that takes care of you, while you take care of others

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments to uncover what makes each patient uniquely them

  • Create and guide individualized treatment plans with care, insight, and a trauma-informed lens

  • Support families during some of their most challenging times and help them find clarity through the chaos

  • Partner with doctors, nurses, therapists, and behavioral health techs to bring multidisciplinary magic to life

  • Lead engaging group sessions that educate, motivate, and empower

  • Help patients reclaim their independence and navigate discharge planning with dignity and direction

 You Bring:

  • A Master’s in Social Work from an accredited program (new grads welcome—we love fresh energy!)

  • Empathy, resilience, and a strong ethical compass

  • LMSW, LCSW, or LSW (Limited licensure accepted—we’ll help you grow!)

  • A calm voice in crisis, a strong advocate for the vulnerable, and a teammate others can count on

    • Master’s degree in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling, or a related therapeutic field

Perks & Benefits:

  • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

  • 401(k) with Company Match

  • Tuition Reimbursement (because growth never stops)

  • Paid Orientation & Training

  • Employee Time Off (ETO) + Paid Holidays + Personal Day

  • Disability, Life & AD&D Coverage

  • Employee Assistance & Discount Program

  • Monthly Celebrations  (because our team is worth celebrating)

Hourly Rate: $30.00 - $35.00 (based on experience and licensure level)

Responsibilities

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Plan, direct, define and coordinate individualized and group therapeutic support and services to patients with behavioral problems, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse and physical and emotional abuse.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Conduct psychosocial assessment of patient and develop an effective treatment plan that applies therapeutic principles appropriately while ensuring patient safety at all times.
  • Through patient observation and patient/family interview obtaining information on the patient’s needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
  • Provide crisis intervention and assist families in understanding the implications and complexities of a life situation and its impact on lifestyle.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meeting to discuss psychosocial assessment, treatment planning and ongoing discharge planning.
  • Identify, assess and coordinate patient cases and anticipate their needs related to illness, hospitalization, finances, education and home/community services.
  • Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
  • May conduct intakes and assist in coordinating placements within facility programs.
  • Promote recovery, symptom reduction and the achievement of the highest level of social functioning.
  • Communicate or aid family members in understanding and supporting the patient.
  • Manage a caseload and assume responsibility for patient chart documentation.
  • May facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
  • Manage a caseload and maintain accurate and timely documentation to assure patient records comply with facility and accreditation standards.
  • Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master's degree required.
  • We are excited to interview new grads!
  • Limited licensure accepted!

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • State licensure, as required by the state in which the facility operates; which could include: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
  • CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
  • First aid may be required based on state or facility.                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

We are committed to providing equal  employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual’s characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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Harbor Oaks Hospital

The Transformation Begins Now Located in New Baltimore, Michigan, Harbor Oaks Hospital provides top level treatment to children, adolescents, adults, and seniors who are afflicted with mental health problems and behavioral disorders. Accredited by The Joint Commission and licensed by the state of Michigan, Harbor Oaks operates on a set of values that include integrity and compassion, allowing for comprehensive treatment for all. The staff at Harbor Oaks is experienced and skilled in providing clinically excellent treatment that is effective in helping patients make positive transformations. With a deeply caring team of professionals, patients who are suffering from the following conditions can obtain the treatment they need to start recovering: • Depression • Bipolar disorder • Dementia • Schizophrenia • Anxiety • Posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) • Suicidal ideations • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) • Aggression • Intermittent explosive disorder (IED) • Self-harming behaviors The treatment of these conditions is made possible by the array of programming options that are afforded to patients who come to Harbor Oaks. Inpatient services are offered for children and adolescents, as well as adults and seniors. Children and adults have access to partial hospitalization programming. Serving as the sole freestanding behavioral health treatment center in Macomb County, Harbor Oaks Hospital can help provide positive change to those in need. To learn more, please visit http://www.harboroaks.com or call (586) 725-5777.
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