Inpatient Psychiatric Social Worker – Weekdays, Full-Time

Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital.; Gloucester City (NJ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital in New Jersey is seeking a Social Worker (Psychiatric Hospital) to join our acute inpatient team. You will perform psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, engage families, coordinate with community providers, and document in the electronic health record.

Must hold an MSW and an active NJ LSW or LCSW license; new graduates are welcome. Behavioral health experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program.
• Current, valid New Jersey social work license as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). New graduates are welcome to apply.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments for assigned patients.
• Develop and coordinate individualized discharge and disposition plans.
• Engage family members and community supports as appropriate.
• Provide family/support sessions on hospitalization, treatment, and discharge planning.
• Obtain collateral information from relevant sources as authorized.
• Participate in rounds and interdisciplinary meetings to communicate findings.
• Coordinate with outpatient providers and external organizations for post-discharge care.
• Prepare documentation and testimony for mental health court when required.
• Maintain EHR documentation in accordance with policies and regulations.
• Attend department meetings and mandatory hospital trainings.

Skills

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Clinical documentation

Education

MSW degree

NJ LSW or LCSW license

Job description

Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital in New Jersey is seeking a Social Worker (Psychiatric Hospital) to join our acute inpatient team. You will perform psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, engage families, coordinate with community providers, and document in the electronic health record.

Must hold an MSW and an active NJ LSW or LCSW license; new graduates are welcome. Behavioral health experience is preferred.