Social Worker

EPIC Healthcare; Cranford (NJ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Comprehensive health, dental, and vis

Retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work env.

Job summary

EPIC Healthcare in Cranford, NJ seeks a dedicated Social Worker to assess resident needs, develop care plans, and coordinate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care. You will provide counseling, connect residents with community resources, and advocate for residents' rights.

The role emphasizes empathy, collaboration, and meticulous documentation to support residents and families throughout their care journey.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) or related field; Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.
• Valid state licensure or certification as a Social Worker in New Jersey.
• Experience working in a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.
• Empathy, compassion, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of residents.
• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments of residents' social, emotional, and psychological needs.
• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Provide counseling and support to residents and their families.
• Assist residents in accessing community resources and services.
• Advocate for residents' rights and well-being.
• Coordinate and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of residents' progress and care plans.
• Facilitate support groups and educational programs for residents and families.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Organizational skills

Documentation skills

Education

BSW in Social Work

MSW preferred

Job description

NOW HIRING: Social Worker

As aSocial Worker, you will play a critical role in providing emotional and social support to our residents and their families. Your responsibilities will include assessing residents' needs, developing care plans, and coordinating with healthcare professionals to ensure comprehensive care.

Social Worker Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct assessments of residents' social, emotional, and psychological needs.


• Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.


• Provide counseling and support to residents and their families.


• Assist residents in accessing community resources and services.


• Advocate for residents' rights and well-being.


• Coordinate and participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.


• Maintain accurate and confidential records of residents' progress and care plans.


• Facilitate support groups and educational programs for residents and families.

Social Worker Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) or related field; Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred.


• Valid state licensure or certification as a Social Worker in New Jersey.


• Experience working in a healthcare or long-term care setting is preferred.


• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.


• Ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team.


• Empathy, compassion, and a genuine commitment to improving the lives of residents.


• Excellent organizational and documentation skills.

Social Worker Benefits:

• Competitive salary


• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance


• Retirement plan


• Paid time off and holidays


• Professional development opportunities


• Supportive and collaborative work environment

NOW HIRING: Social Worker