Social Worker - Home Health Care - Macomb County Territory

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

Social Worker – Home Health Care – Macomb County Territory – 40 Hours/Week – Days

Eligible for Full Time Benefits

The position will be in the Territory of Macomb County The cities will include but are not limited to: 

Romeo, Bruce Township, Washington, Utica, Shelby, Sterling Heights, Armada, Ray, Macomb, Richmond, New Haven/Lenox, New Baltimore, Chesterfield, Columbus, Casco, Fair Haven, Ira 

**Job Description:**

Ready to make a real difference in people's lives? As a Home Health Care Social Worker, you'll work with homebound clients and their families to help them navigate life's challenges and get the most out of their medical care. Under general supervision, you'll implement creative treatment programs that support clients in overcoming personal and environmental obstacles—turning obstacles into opportunities for positive change!

**Key Responsibilities:**

• Partner with homebound clients and their families to develop personalized treatment plans that address their unique needs and goals
• Implement engaging, practical treatment programs designed to help clients adjust to life changes and maximize the benefits of their medical care
• Provide compassionate support to families navigating difficult transitions and environmental challenges
• Connect clients with community resources and services that enhance their quality of life
• Maintain detailed, organized documentation of client progress and program outcomes
• Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure coordinated, holistic care for each client
• Build strong, trusting relationships with clients and families through active listening and genuine care

Qualifications

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Master's degree in social work required.

EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Requires a minimum of one (1) year of social work experience in a health care setting.

SKILLS REQUIRED:

• Knowledge of the principles of human behavior, individual and group counseling techniques and relevant statutes and regulations.
• Requires very high levels of social sensitivity, personal emotional adjustment and verbal skills in order to provide counseling, assist, and influence others.
• Requires a professional level of analytical skills in order to solve problems, analyze, and develop policies and procedures.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Requires Licensure in the State of Michigan as a Social Worker (LMSW).
• Must possess a current State of Michigan driver's license and a satisfactory driving record.

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