Case Manager - Behavioral Health Unit

Job Description

Job Description

Company Description

Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford's care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation's most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus.

Job Description

Job Title

Case Manager

About the Department

Join the dedicated team at Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital, a cornerstone of the Downriver community since 1926. Our hospital combines the warmth of a small-town connection with the robust resources of a larger health system. Located on the scenic Detroit River, our facility offers easy access to riverfront parks, marinas, and waterfront dining, providing a unique blend of professional fulfillment and personal enjoyment. At Henry Ford Wyandotte, you¿ll be part of a team that delivers compassionate, patient-centered care while enjoying the historic charm and natural beauty of our surroundings.

Role Overview

As a Case Manager, you¿ll be a vital member of our patient-centered care team, ensuring seamless coordination and advocacy for patients and their families. Your role is to identify, assess, and plan care strategies that promote safety, quality, and cost-effective outcomes. You¿ll facilitate transitions to the next level of care, manage critical diagnoses, and optimize health outcomes across the care continuum, making a direct impact on patient wellbeing.

Why Henry Ford Health

At Henry Ford Health, we are relentless advocates for exceptional care for our patients, communities, and each other. We come to do meaningful work and grow our careers, and we stay for the connection, support, and shared pride in making the impossible, possible.

What You Will Do

• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to assess patient needs and develop individualized care plans.
• Coordinate discharge planning to ensure safe transitions to the next level of care.
• Advocate for patients and families by connecting them with community resources and support services.
• Evaluate care outcomes and adjust strategies to optimize health and wellness.
• Promote patient safety, quality of care, and cost-effective solutions across the care continuum.

What We Offer

At Henry Ford Health, you¿ll grow your career alongside a collaborative team dedicated to mission-driven work. We provide opportunities for professional development, continuous learning, and the chance to make a meaningful impact in healthcare.

Join Our Team

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and be part of a team that¿s transforming healthcare.

Qualifications

What You Will Need

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in nursing or Masters degree in Social Work.
• Minimum 3 years of clinical experience.
• Valid, unrestricted State of Michigan license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Social Worker (LMSW).
• Excellent verbal communication, written documentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making abilities.
• Proficiency in computer skills and knowledge of healthcare systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Case Management (CCM) or Accredited Case Manager (ACM).
• Experience in discharge planning, home health care, rehabilitative medicine, or managed care.