Job Overview:

Central Jersey Behavioral Health is seeking an MSW/LSW to assist patients and their families to obtain the maximum benefits of available healthcare services through psychosocial assessment, counseling, discharge planning and referral services. The Social Worker provides emotional support to patients, either as a group or individual, through group process and psychotherapy.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university

Preferred:

• Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor (LCADC)

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• Licensed by the New Jersey Board of Social Workers

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 8:30am - 5:00pm
• Monday - Friday
• Full-Time

Essential Functions:

• Provides family counseling session whenever possible or clinically indicated
• Participates in monthly Social Work meeting with the Director of Inpatient Social Services
• Participates in and assists in the development of the interdisciplinary treatment planning process
• Adheres to Attendance and Reliability Standards. Gives proper notification for absence or tardiness as per policy
• Implements the policies and procedures of the Behavioral Health facility. Performs interventions in accordance with current policy and procedure, safety guidelines and infection control principles
• Establishes rapport with family or significant other whenever possible or clinically indicated. Involves patient’s family or significant other in formulation of the treatment plan and establishment of effective discharge plans and aftercare whenever possible or clinically indicated
• Facilitates access to community agencies by providing referrals and information to patients, their significant others, community agencies and other community members advocating for patients when necessary
• Short term counseling; to assist patient in identifying adaptive means of coping through individual and group therapy
• Assesses patient's psychological, social, medical and substance abuse issues through direct patient interview or interview/ contact with patient’s significant others with respect to their current needs to establish appropriate post-program care plans and any services that may be necessary while patient is in treatment
• Reviews discharge planning options and evaluates alternatives with patient and their significant others to enhance their acceptance of plans and services
• Intervenes with patients and their significant others to enhance their ability to cope with mental illness, hospitalization; post-hospital care needs, and lifestyle changes
• Performs other duties as directed by Department Head/Supervisor

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
• Wellness Programs
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Short & Long-Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• 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.