Job SummaryAs 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 AAMOWs BSW Social Worker, including following up on client inquiries, scheduling and conducting intakes, faxing and tracking required client forms, and sending client letters
Relationship-Building- 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 AAMOWs 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 AAMOWs 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*Social Worker MSW 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
- Valid drivers license and ability to drive personal and U-M vehicles within service area
Social Worker MSW Senior Required Qualifications- A Master's degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council of Social Work Education.
- Current license to practice social work in the State of Michigan (LMSW or LLMSW)
- This classification requires registration, certification or licensure with the appropriate agency as identified on the Primary Source Verification Matrix.
- Experience conducting biopsychosocial assessments
- Experience in direct service work with diverse groups
- Valid drivers license and ability to drive personal and U-M vehicles within service a rea
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
- Highly proficient with Microsoft Office
- 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 I n person at the AAMOW office and in the community.
Modes of WorkPositions 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 ScheduleThis 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.
Underfill StatementThis position may be underfilled at a lower classification depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.
Union AffiliationThis 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.
Application DeadlineJob 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.
Job DetailJob Opening ID283764
Working TitleSocial Worker MSW/Social Worker MSW Senior
Job TitleSocial Worker MSW Senior
Work LocationMichigan Medicine - Ann Arbor
Ann Arbor, MI
Modes of WorkOnsite
Full/Part TimeFull-Time
Regular/TemporaryRegular
FLSA StatusExempt
Organizational GroupUm Hospital
DepartmentMMAA MealsonWheels -Operating
Posting Begin/End Date10/01/2026 - 10/08/2026
Salary$74,032.00 - $107,466.00
Career InterestPatient Care Services