Licensed Social Worker - Per Diem

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Hackensack Meridian Health Inc. in Edison, New Jersey, is seeking a Licensed Social Worker to join our multidisciplinary team. You'll provide psychological and social interventions supporting patients and families in their wellness and recovery journey.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in Social Work, up to 3 years of experience, and knowledge in crisis intervention. Join us to help advance our mission in healthcare transformation and community support.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of total work experience in Social Work or related fields.
• Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Knowledge of disease management and differential diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Work with a multidisciplinary treatment team to support patients and families.
• Provide psychological and social interventions.
• Assist in wellness and recovery.

Skills

Crisis intervention theory

Psychosocial assessment

Team collaboration

Written and verbal communication

Microsoft Office/Google Suite

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW)

NJ Licensed Social Worker

Job description

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive change.

The Licensed Social Worker works with a multidisciplinary treatment team to provide psychological, social, and interventions that support patients and families relating to behavioral/medical health, levels of care, disease and illness and wellness and recovery.

Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW).
• 0-3 years of total work experience in Social Work or related fields.
• Work under the supervision or guidance of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
• Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in a variety of settings.
• Knowledge of disease management and disease process and differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.
• Ability to work as part of a team, while building collaborative relationships.
• Must possess excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Licenses and Certifications Required:

• NJ Licensed Social Worker.

If you feel the above description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities, then please apply today!