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Our mission is to strengthen resiliency in people and their communities through prevention, education, and services that improve the quality of life.

Job Posting

Job Title : Social Worker

Status : Full Time, Salary (Exempt)

Location : Clinton Township, MI. 48035

Salary: $ 64,000

Benefits:

Medical,
Dental,
Vision,
Life Insurance
Paid CEU’s, Licensing exam and supervision.
Paid Time Off and more!

Job Summary

The primary role of the Social Worker in the police department is to work with officers and social service agencies to coordinate solutions for individuals with mental health.

Description of responsibilities:

Assessing individuals' needs and connecting them with appropriate social services, such as mental health treatment, substance abuse rehabilitation, housing assistance, or victim support programs.

Providing emotional support, advocacy, and resources to crime victims and their families, particularly during traumatic events.

Building bridges between law enforcement and the community, fostering trust and understanding, and promoting positive relationships.

Maintaining accurate and thorough records of interventions and client interactions.

Advocating for the needs of individuals and communities, working to improve access to resources and services.

Knowledgeable of motivational interviewing, engagement strategies, co-occurring disorders, and stages of change.

Ability to assess and deliver services at the appropriate level of care, including applying effective treatment interventions for the presenting issue

Office based out of Clinton Township Police Department. Must be familiar with Clinton Township, MI. and community resources

Attends assigned meetings as required.

Ability to adjust hours of work based on the community needs, including some evenings and weekends.

Knowledgeable of national and local substance use and prevention statistics and demonstrates the ability to apply current trends to service delivery.

Required skills / education:

A Bachelors of Social Work

One or more years experience working as a Social Worker or Case Manager.

Must possess active status, with licensure or certification in accordance to the professional field required by that governing body LLBSW or LBSW

Completion of ICHAT check, National and State Sex Offender Registry Check.

Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment.

CARE of Southeastern Michigan is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.