Care Coordinator New Jersey

ALS United Greater New York; Montclair (NJ); Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Montclair seeks a compassionate social worker to support ALS patients and families. The role involves conducting home visits, providing counseling, and facilitating support groups. Candidates should have a Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling and three years of relevant experience. This is a full-time, home-based position with flexible work options available.

Benefits

401(k)

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Flexible schedule

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Qualifications

• At least three years experience in a similar role.
• Experience in end of life care is required.
• Valid driver’s license and use of car is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Conduct virtual and in-person home visits for assessments.
• Provide short-term supportive counseling and case management.
• Co-facilitate support groups and coordinate educational programs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Initiative

Bilingual

Education

Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling

Job description

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development

ALS United Greater New York’s mission is to support and empower the ALS community through a collaborative approach to fostering bold research initiatives, advancing national and state advocacy, and providing comprehensive care to individuals and families affected by ALS. Our staff is professional and supportive of each other, as we work together to serve ALS patients and their families.

Reporting to the Chief Care Services Officer, ALS United Greater New York is seeking an experienced candidate with a Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling to provide comprehensive support services and coordination of multi-disciplinary care services to help improve the quality of life of patients and their families living with ALS in Northern and Central New Jersey. ALS is a fatal and neurodegenerative disease that requires a compassionate and committed social worker who is comfortable with end of life care.

In collaboration with other members of the NJ care team, this full-time, home-based position will conduct virtual and in-person home visits offering social work assessments, short-term supportive counseling, case management, and crisis intervention as well as weekly in-person clinic roles in New Jersey.

This position will also require the co-facilitation of support groups for patients and caregivers, as well as coordination of monthly educational programs, all of which, at present, are being conducted virtually. In addition, the position requires periodic participation in chapter-wide events, some of which take place on weekends and evenings.

Qualifications:

• Master's in Rehabilitation Counseling with active NJ State license
• At least three years experience in similar role
• Experience in end of life care
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong team player
• Bilingual a plus
• High degree of initiative, able to work independently
• Experience in group work
• Valid driver’s license and use of car
• Flexible work from home options available