Lead Social Worker, LCSW

CarePoint Health; Hoboken (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare system in New Jersey as a Lead Social Worker, where you will play a vital role in assessing and counseling patients and their families. This position emphasizes a patient-focused approach, ensuring smooth transitions throughout the continuum of care. You will utilize your expertise in discharge planning and knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid regulations to make a significant impact on patient outcomes. With a commitment to health education and disease management, you will be part of a team that values preventative medicine and innovative solutions. This is an exciting opportunity to advance your career in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401k with Company match

Generous paid time off

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Advancement opportunities

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of related experience in social work is required.
• Must be a licensed social worker in New Jersey.

Responsibilities

• Assessing, counseling, and educating patients and families.
• Facilitating movement throughout the continuum of care.

Skills

NJ Licensed Social Worker

Clear communication in English

Knowledge of discharge planning process

Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid Regulations

Knowledge of community resources

Knowledge of Joint Commission guidelines

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

About Us

CarePoint Health is one of New Jersey’s leading health care systems comprised of three long-standing and highly-regarded hospitals – Christ Hospital in Jersey City, Hoboken University Medical Center and Bayonne Medical Center. CarePoint united three area hospitals to provide 360-degree-coordinated care by integrating the medical facilities and physician networks associated with these institutions. With over 4,500 employees, CarePoint is the largest private employer in Hudson County, New Jersey and each year provides care to over 300,000 individuals. CarePoint prides itself on its patient-focused approach to care delivery, with an emphasis on preventative medicine, health education, and disease management. Leveraging its vast network of physicians and healthcare experts, CarePoint is quickly becoming recognized as a leader in the broader healthcare landscape as it pioneers creative solutions to address urgent population health needs.

What You'll Be Doing

The Lead Social Worker is responsible for assessing, counseling, intervening, implementing, and educating the patient, family/significant others to facilitate movement throughout the continuum of care.

What We're Looking For

1. Education: Bachelor’s degree
2. Experience: 2 – 4 years related experience
3. Skills: NJ Licensed Social Worker. Ability to communicate clearly in English, both orally and in writing. Knowledge of the discharge planning process. Knowledge of Medicare/Medicaid Regulations; community resources. Knowledge of the Joint Commission guidelines (continuation of care).

What We Offer

Competitive pay • Medical, dental, and vision insurance • 401k with Company match • Generous paid time off • Paid Holidays • Tuition Reimbursement • Advancement and career development opportunities

CarePoint Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law.