Social Worker MSW

Mission Statement

Michigan Medicine improves the health of patients, populations and communities through excellence in education, patient care, community service, research and technology development, and through leadership activities in Michigan, nationally and internationally. Our mission is guided by our Strategic Principles and has three critical components; patient care, education and research that together enhance our contribution to society.

Job Summary

As a member of the Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels (AAMOW) team, this individual will play a vital role in protecting the health and quality of life for the individuals that are served through our program. The individual in this role will be responsible for assessing clients seeking and already receiving services from Ann Arbor Meals on Wheels in order to ensure eligibility for home delivered meals and to provide referrals, as needed, to support clients in their home environments. The MSW Social Worker conducts in-home biopsychosocial and nutritional risk assessments, provides ongoing case management support, as needed, and assists in oversight of student interns and office assistants. To be successful in this role, candidates should have a passion for working with older adults and individuals with disabilities in the community and possess strong critical thinking, organizational, and problem-solving skills. We are looking for candidates with exceptional interpersonal skills who can successfully work within a dynamic, collaborative team.


Responsibilities*

Clients
? Conduct in-home psychosocial and nutritional risk assessments and reassessments with clients to determine program eligibility and make referrals to appropriate community resources
? Identify gaps in services and areas of need for clients served by AAMOW
? Provide case management, crisis intervention, comprehensive support, referrals, and appropriate advocacy for clients
? Develop and coordinate special projects to assist clients in maintaining independence in their homes and helping them age in place
? Coordinate with and provide coverage for AAMOW's BSW Social Worker, including following up on client inquiries, scheduling and conducting intakes, faxing and tracking required client forms, and sending client letters

Relationship-Buildin g
? Establish, foster, and strengthen relationships with community partners
? Create and strengthen relationships with senior living community service coordinators, complex care managers, nurse care navigators, and other healthcare providers
? Represent AAMOW at community events and participate in various collaborations and partnerships on behalf of AAMOW, including, but not limited to, Barrier Busters and the Senior Crisis Intervention Program (SCIP)
? Collaborate with other health, mental health, and allied health professionals in delivering services to homebound adults
? Facilitate educational sessions for the AAMOW team and community members on relevant topics impacting our clients
? Co-lead monthly meetings with AAMOW's BSW Social Worker, Clients Services Coordinators, and Client Care Associates to case consult and support client services

Supervision
? Provide functional supervision and training for student interns and office assistants under the oversight of the AAMOW Director

Administrative
? Manage reassessment and assessment schedules in accordance with grant requirements and in collaboration with AAMOW?s BSW Social Worker
? Engage in quality improvement activities
? Maintain electronic and paper client files
? Keep social work office organized, including maintenance of community resources

Other Related Duties
? Assist with meal deliveries utilizing personal vehicle or University-owned van, provide front office coverage, and help prepare the office for volunteer arrivals and returns, as needed
? Assist with reporting, fundraising activities, grant applications/funding proposals, and program design, as needed
? Perform other related duties as assigned

Required Qualifications*

• A Master's degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
• Some experience of professional social work
• Current license to practice social work in the State of Michigan (LMSW or LLMSW)
• This classification requires Primary Source Verification
• Experience conducting biopsychosocial assessments
• Experience in direct service work with diverse groups
• Highly proficient with Microsoft Office
• Valid driver's license and ability to drive personal and U-M vehicles within service area

Desired Qualifications*

• Minimum of two years of experience working with older adults and/or individuals with disabilities
• Minimum of one year of experience conducting home visits and in-home assessments
• Skilled in multitasking, prioritizing, outreach, networking
• Ability to present effectively to large and small groups
• Experience supervising interns and student workers
• Strong knowledge of resources available locally/statewide/nationally
• MiChart and client database experience

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Modes of Work

Positions that are eligible for hybrid or mobile/remote work mode are at the discretion of the hiring department. Work agreements are reviewed annually at a minimum and are subject to change at any time, and for any reason, throughout the course of employment. Learn more about the work modes .

Work Schedule

This is full-time, 40 hour/week position.


The typical schedule is Monday-Friday from 8:30am-4:30pm along with one Saturday per month (which includes a flex day during that work week). It also includes coverage on rotating holidays.

Union Affiliation

This position is covered under the collective bargaining agreement between the U-M and the United Michigan Medicine Allied Professionals (UMMAP), which contains and settles all matters with respect to wages, benefits, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment.

Background Screening

Michigan Medicine conducts background screening and pre-employment drug testing on job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent job offer and may use a third party administrator to conduct background screenings. Background screenings are performed in compliance with the Fair Credit Report Act. Pre-employment drug testing applies to all selected candidates, including new or additional faculty and staff appointments, as well as transfers from other U-M campuses.

Application Deadline

Job openings are posted for a minimum of seven calendar days. The review and selection process may begin as early as the eighth day after posting. This opening may be removed from posting boards and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended.

U-M EEO Statement

The University of Michigan is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Job Detail

Job Opening ID

280233

Working Title

Social Worker MSW

Job Title

Social Worker MSW

Work Location

Michigan Medicine - Ann Arbor

Ann Arbor, MI

Modes of Work

Onsite


Full/Part Time

Full-Time

Regular/Temporary

Regular

FLSA Status

Exempt

Organizational Group

Um Hospital

Department

MMAA MealsonWheels -Operating

Posting Begin/End Date

7/16/2026 - 7/23/2026

Salary

$69,842.00 - $101,383.00

Career Interest

Patient Care Services