Hospital Social Worker | Family & Crisis Counseling

Care Plus Bergen, Inc.; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 77,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to join our on-site team. This full-time position focuses on psychosocial assessments, counseling, and discharge planning within a collaborative care environment.

The role requires an MSW, NJ LSW licensure, and 1–2 years of related experience. Heart Saver/CPR certification is required. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies this opportunity.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in social work from an accredited school of social work required.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in New Jersey required.
• Heart Saver/CPR Certification required.
• One to two years prior experience in psychiatric social work or comparable setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs screenings, intake assessments and consultations for evaluation of individual and family dynamics and treatment needs.
• Provides ongoing social work intervention and education to patients, families and significant others for health-related psychosocial problems.
• Utilizes individual, family, group work and crisis intervention methods to support treatment and discharge planning.
• Completes a comprehensive psychosocial history on a timely basis.
• Provides case management to ensure treatment plans are followed and connects patients with community resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Second language knowledge preferred

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Job description

Bergen New Bridge Medical Center in Paramus, NJ is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to join our on-site team. This full-time position focuses on psychosocial assessments, counseling, and discharge planning within a collaborative care environment.

The role requires an MSW, NJ LSW licensure, and 1–2 years of related experience. Heart Saver/CPR certification is required. A comprehensive benefits package accompanies this opportunity.