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Social Work Navigator LMSW

Corewell Health
Southfield, MI Full Time
POSTED ON 5/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/22/2026

LMSW

Scope of Work:

The Social Work Navigator assesses each patient's needs and develops an appropriate care plan. This position applies evidence-based practices to support individuals facing mental health challenges. Serving as a link between acute care and community agencies, the Social Work Navigator oversees a caseload of patients, provides therapeutic interventions, and manages psychological care for this population. The role collaborates with interdisciplinary team members in both acute and community environments to help patients and families navigate the process of securing mental health services. Interventions may include outpatient psychiatrist appointments, supporting medication adherence, facilitating referrals, identifying care goals, coordinating access to crisis centers, and working with community mental health and local mental health providers to promote safe transitions.

Essential Functions

  • Support patients and families in navigating behavioral health services and resources across acute and community settings, using in-person, electronic, and telephonic communication to bridge care gaps.
  • Conducts comprehensive assessments to determine health requirements, care preferences and social determinants, providing navigational support to facilitate appropriate care solutions.
  • Utilize clinical interviewing skills to elicit patient information and determine appropriate interventions.
  • Accurately completes and maintains clinical documentation in the electronic medical record, reflecting assessments, care plans, and transition needs.
  • Provides consultation and resources to members of the healthcare team on behavioral health placement options and care coordination strategies.
  • Serve as a liaison between patients, families, healthcare providers, and external agencies to ensure continuity and clarity of care delivery.
  • Deliver short-term therapeutic assistance suited to the specific setting and location.
  • Stay informed on current community resources, behavioral health regulations, and participate in relevant committees or initiatives that support role development internally and externally.

Qualifications

  • Required Master's Degree Social Work
  • 3 years of relevant experience Experience in health care following completion of a Master’s Degree in Social Work, with a focus on care management preferred. Required
  • Experience in individual, family assessment, crisis intervention, grief and loss counseling, and discharge planning. Preferred
  • Master Social Worker (MSW-Master) LMSW - State of Michigan Upon Hire required

    How Corewell Health cares for you

    • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here.

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    • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance

    • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings

    • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

    Primary Location

    SITE - Corewell Health Southfield Center - 26901 Beaumont Blvd

    Department Name

    Care Management Emergency - Diversified East WB Mkt

    Employment Type

    Full time

    Shift

    Day (United States of America)

    Weekly Scheduled Hours

    40

    Hours of Work

    8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

    Days Worked

    Monday to Friday

    Weekend Frequency

    N/A

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    Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

    Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

    An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

    You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

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