Geriatric Social Worker & Recruitment Specialist

The North Ward Center; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The North Ward Center is seeking a social worker in Newark to focus on recruiting and delivering high-quality care for older and disabled adults. The role reports to the Center Director and oversees the social work department’s activities, including staff training and evaluating performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Social Work, NJ CSW certification, and at least 2 years of healthcare experience in a geriatric or long-term care setting, with bilingual English/Spanish

Qualifications

• Bilingual (English/Spanish) required or strongly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Social Work and NJ CSW certification.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in a health care facility, preferably geriatric or long-term care.
• Knowledge of NJ Medicaid for Medical Daycare Services.

Responsibilities

• Recruit new clients for adult medical day care through home and site visits, and build relationships with discharge planners at hospitals and rehab centers.
• Oversee activities in the social work department, including training, scheduling, supervising, and evaluating staff.
• Conduct intake interviews, client assessments, and coordination with internal/external services to provide quality care.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and applicable regulatory authorities; prepare required paperwork.
• Participate in safety/QA committees and care planning with the interdisciplinary team.
• Maintain written communications with clients and families; provide counseling and support groups.

Skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work

NJ CSW certification

Job description

The North Ward Center is seeking a social worker in Newark to focus on recruiting and delivering high-quality care for older and disabled adults. The role reports to the Center Director and oversees the social work department’s activities, including staff training and evaluating performance.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s in Social Work, NJ CSW certification, and at least 2 years of healthcare experience in a geriatric or long-term care setting, with bilingual English/Spanish