Social Worker (Home Health Per Diem )

Ascend Health; Paramus (NJ); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Ascend Health is seeking a Social Worker - PRN to deliver in-home social work services. The role emphasizes compassionate, patient-centered care and collaboration with the health care team to meet agency standards.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s in Social Work and has an active NJ social work license; LCSW preferred, with at least 1 year post-graduate health setting experience.

Qualifications

• Masters degree required/Preferred in NJ
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills required
• Licensed social worker in NJ preferred (LCSW)

Responsibilities

• Initiates action and seeks resolution; responds promptly and professionally.
• Provides in-home social work services meeting agency standards.
• Maintains patient records and documents care provided.
• Educates customers and supports community programs as needed.
• Works collaboratively with care team to ensure safety and well-being.

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Collaboration

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Great new Career Opportunity in Home Care!

Now Hiring - Social Worker - PRN

The Social Worker is responsible for, but not limited to:

• Initiates action and obtains resolution. Responds promptly, professionally and patiently. Work Collaboratively.
• Nurture by supporting all customers. Acts with courtesy, care, concern and compassion. Educates others by sharing knowledge and expertise.
• Greets customers in a friendly and welcoming manner. Creates a positive first impression. Smiles, projects a positive attitude.
• Through the continuous improvement of standards of practice and by providing a safe and secure environment the customer will be assured a sense of safety and well-being, free from risk and harm.
• Contributes to the effectiveness of the department/Agency by remaining within the acceptable standard of the Agency's Attendance/Tardiness Control Policy.
• Provides direct social work services in the home which meet Agency and professional standards. Meets Agency standards of competency.
• Accurately documents care provided and maintains patient records according to Agency policies.
• Assists with Agency and community programs/committees.

Education:

Master's Degree in Social Work

Professional Experience:

• Current Social Work License in the State of New Jersey, LCSW preferred
• 1 year of post graduate experience in a health setting