Social Worker MSW in Long Branch, New Jersey at RWJBarnabas Health

Job Title: Social Worker MSW

Location: Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name: H-B Cancer Support Community

Req #: 0000247190

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $77,812.80 - $97,281.60 per year

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

Will provide concrete resources and educational support to Cancer Support Community members, hospital patients, and their families. Must be able to work flexible hours including occasional evenings, be willing to work with Cancer Services Interdisciplinary Team, and be available to participate in outreach events. Will assist with program development, program calendar preparation and distribution, and facilitate support groups. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.

Qualifications:

• Masters degree in social work.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
• Prior experience in Medical Social Work required.
• Oncology experience preferred.

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift: Day
• Full Time

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with team members to facilitate consistent and coordinated patient care.
• Establish and facilitate patient and family support groups.
• Maintains professional affiliation and license. Participates in continuing education for professional development.
• Participates in policy writing.
• Provides direct counseling and emotional support.
• Provides psychosocial assessments of brain tumor patients and their families.
• Provides staff and public education as appropriate.
• Serves as patient advocate.
• Serves as referral/resource person.

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to:

• Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time
• Retirement Plans
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Student Loan Planning Support
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Community and Volunteer Opportunities
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon
• ….and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey—whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.