Job Title: Assistant Director

Location: Williamson Street

Department Name: Case Management

Req #: 0000234055

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $100,619.00 - $155,500.00 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:

The Assistant Director of Case Management provides critical support to the Director of Case Management in the overall management and operations of the Case Management Department.

This position plays a key role in ensuring the efficient and effective delivery of patient care through clinical, operational, and leadership support.

Qualifications:

Required:

• If an RN, BSN required, and Master's degree preferred
• If a Licensed Social Worker, Master's degree in Social Work required, and LCSW preferred
• Minimum 4 years of clinical experience in a hospital, home health, or community setting
• Minimum 2 years experience in acute care case management

Preferred:

• Previous supervisory experience
• Certification in Case Management (ACM or CCM) (Certification required within 1 year of hire)

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Current and valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) OR Licensed Social Worker (LSW or LCSW) in the state of New Jersey

Essential Functions:

• Leadership and Management Responsibilities: Oversees day-to-day operations including management of staff schedules, assignments, and workflow to ensure optimal patient care delivery and resource utilization; Coaches, mentors, and provides regular feedback to staff while ensuring fair and consistent treatment by evaluating performance addressing performance issues, identifying training needs, and supporting professional development; Promotes a positive work environment and foster a collaborative and supportive team environment that values teamwork, communication, and accountability; Participates in hiring case management staff including the recruitment, selection, and onboarding process
• Clinical Excellence and Patient Care Responsibilities: Oversees the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered care while ensuring adherence to clinical protocols, best practices, and regulatory requirements; Facilitates efficient patient flow by proactively identifying and resolving delays in patient throughput, minimizing length of stay, and optimizing resource utilization; Collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary team in utilization review escalations; Identifies and mitigates potential risks to patient safety and quality of care
• Operational Excellence and Compliance Responsibilities: Analyzes data to drive performance improvement; Reviews key performance indicators (KPIs) such as length of stay (LOS), cost per case, readmission rates, and resource utilization to identify areas for improvement; Assists in the development, review, and implementation of departmental and system policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices; Ensures compliance through monitoring adherence to all relevant policies, procedures, and regulations, including those related to patient safety, quality of care, and regulatory compliance; Optimizes resource utilization, including staff, equipment, and supplies, to ensure efficient and cost-effective patient care
• Communication and Collaboration Responsibilities: Ensures effective communication and coordination among all stakeholders, including physicians, nurses, social workers, therapists, and other members of the care team; Builds strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders (i,e, physicians, payers, and community agencies); Represents the department on interdisciplinary committees and in relevant meetings
• Professional Development Responsibilities: Sustains professional competence through continuing education and professional development activities; Demonstrates a commitment to professional excellence by serving as a role model for staff; Embraces continuous improvement in performance and professional development; Actively seeks and incorporating feedback from supervisors, colleagues, and staff

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees’ physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, 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.