Inpatient Behavioral Health Social Worker - Per Diem

Prime Healthcare; New Jersey; On-site; USD 38,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Clare's Health, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a psychosocial counselor for per diem day shifts to support patients across pediatrics to geriatrics. The role emphasizes emotional support, crisis intervention and collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work or related field, with current BLS certification and at least one year of behavioral health experience.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work or related field.
• Current BLS certificate on hire and maintained.
• Minimum one year inpatient or outpatient behavioral health experience.
• Licensed professional status as required by state regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide emotional support, crisis intervention and counseling for pediatric to older adult patients and families.
• Perform case management and milieu management; complete psychosocial assessments and participate in treatment planning.
• Coordinate discharge planning and ensure thorough documentation of clinical notes.
• Work as part of an interdisciplinary team to support patient and family needs.

Skills

Emotional support

Crisis intervention

Counseling

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work or related field

Job description

Saint Clare's Health, part of Prime Healthcare, is seeking a psychosocial counselor for per diem day shifts to support patients across pediatrics to geriatrics. The role emphasizes emotional support, crisis intervention and collaborative care within a multidisciplinary team.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work or related field, with current BLS certification and at least one year of behavioral health experience.