Social Worker - MSW Psychiatric Medical Unit

This Psychiatry position at Trinity Health is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Nationally, Psychiatry professionals earn a median annual salary of approximately $300k, with the typical range spanning $230k to $400k depending on experience, location, and practice setting.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Grand Rapids, Michigan.

Key skills and qualifications: Psychosocial assessment, Crisis intervention, Patient advocacy, Treatment planning, Solution-focused counseling, Care coordination, Discharge planning, Interpersonal communication. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychiatry role.

Core responsibilities: The social worker conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments and develops treatment goals to empower patients within the Psychiatric Medical Unit. They provide solution-focused counseling, act as a patient advocate, and facilitate care plans to ensure continuity of services.