Clinical Social Worker - Patient & Family Advocate

Valley Health System (New Jersey); Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 51,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Prescription

Dental & Vision

Group Term Life Insurance

Job summary

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ is seeking a licensed social worker (MSW) to engage patients and families, identify psycho-social needs, develop interventions, and coordinate safe plans of care with a multidisciplinary team. The role requires NJ social work licensure (MSW with LSW or LCSW).

Strong communication, group process, time management, and the ability to work under stress with acute and chronic conditions are essential.

Qualifications

• MSW and NJ licensure (LSW or LCSW) required.
• New Jersey Social Work License required.
• Effective group process skills and strong communication (oral & written).
• Ability to manage details and work under stress with diverse patient needs.

Responsibilities

• Engage patients and families to identify psycho-social needs and coordinate interventions.
• Educate, counsel, and refer as indicated.
• Plan and communicate with multidisciplinary team and community resources.
• Contribute to PFCC Information Sharing Core Element in care planning.

Skills

MSW

LSW or LCSW

Group facilitation

Oral communication

Written communication

Attention to detail

Time management

Stress management

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Valley Health System in Paramus, NJ is seeking a licensed social worker (MSW) to engage patients and families, identify psycho-social needs, develop interventions, and coordinate safe plans of care with a multidisciplinary team. The role requires NJ social work licensure (MSW with LSW or LCSW).

Strong communication, group process, time management, and the ability to work under stress with acute and chronic conditions are essential.