Licensed social worker (LSW)

ATC & CareBuilders - Parent Account; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ATC Healthcare Services in Edison, New Jersey, is seeking a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) for a full-time day shift to provide psychosocial support, counseling, and care coordination for patients and families. You will assess social, emotional, and environmental needs and collaborate with healthcare teams to implement care plans.

Responsibilities include psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, counseling, resource coordination, and advocacy to ensure access to services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Current and active Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license in the state of practice.
• Minimum of 2–4 years of social work experience required.
• Experience in healthcare, hospital, long-term care, rehabilitation, behavioral health, or community settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care and discharge plans.
• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and emotional support services.
• Coordinate community resources and referrals to support patient needs.
• Advocate for patients and families to ensure access to appropriate services.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.
• Assist patients with transition planning, including discharge and post-discharge support.
• Educate patients and families regarding available resources, benefits, and support programs.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.

Skills

Patient advocacy

Crisis intervention

Care coordination

Case management

Psychosocial assessment

Documentation and record keeping

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Time management

Education

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW)

Job description

Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Job Title: Licensed Social Worker (LSW)
Location: Edison, New Jersey
Job Type: Full-Time
Shift: Day Shift

Position Summary:

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Social Worker (LSW) to provide psychosocial support, counseling, and care coordination services to patients and their families. The ideal candidate will assess patients' social, emotional, and environmental needs and collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to develop and implement effective care plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments of patients and families.

• Develop, implement, and monitor individualized care and discharge plans.

• Provide counseling, crisis intervention, and emotional support services.

• Coordinate community resources and referrals to support patient needs.

• Advocate for patients and families to ensure access to appropriate services.

• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and other healthcare professionals.

• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with facility policies and regulatory requirements.

• Assist patients with transition planning, including discharge and post-discharge support.

• Educate patients and families regarding available resources, benefits, and support programs.

• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and case reviews.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Social Work (BSW or MSW) from an accredited institution.

• Current and active Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license in the state of practice.

• Minimum of 2–4 years of social work experience required.

• Experience in healthcare, hospital, long-term care, rehabilitation, behavioral health, or community settings preferred.

• Strong assessment, counseling, and case management skills.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational abilities.

• Knowledge of healthcare regulations, community resources, and discharge planning processes.

Required Skills:

• Patient advocacy

• Crisis intervention

• Care coordination

• Case management

• Psychosocial assessment

• Documentation and record keeping

• Interdisciplinary collaboration

• Time management and problem-solving

About ATC Healthcare Services:

ATC Healthcare Services has been providing healthcare staffing solutions for over 40 years. We connect healthcare facilities with highly qualified professionals, ensuring exceptional patient care and operational excellence. Our team is committed to matching skilled clinicians with rewarding career opportunities across hospitals, long-term care facilities, rehabilitation centers, and community healthcare settings.