Social Worker LCSW

RWJBarnabas Health; West Orange (NJ); On-site; USD 113,671,000 - 139,402,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Prescription DrugInsurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & Accidental Death Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Sp

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is hiring a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for an outpatient behavioral health role in New Jersey. The position emphasizes evidence-based therapies, comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care.

The role requires a CSWE-accredited Master's in Social Work, a current NJ LCSW license, and at least two years of psychotherapy experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of psychotherapy experience.
• Evidence-based psychotherapy modalities (CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing)
• Documentation in EMR systems and accurate clinical records.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial and psychiatric assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
• Provide evidence-based psychotherapy and DSM-5 based evaluations.
• Monitor progress, adjust care plans based on outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, care managers, and community partners.
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, medications, and coping strategies.
• Maintain HIPAA-compliant, timely documentation within EMR.
• Coordinate appropriate levels of care and referrals as needed.
• Pursue ongoing continuing education for professional development.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work (CSWE accredited)

New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license

Job description

Req #: 0000260941

Category: Behavioral and Mental Health

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Department: Office Based Addiction Trtment

Pay Range: $39.67 - $48.65 per hour

Location: 95 OLD SHORT HILLS RD, WEST ORANGE, NJ 07052

Job Title: Social Worker LCSW

Location: Observation Associates

Department Name: Office Based Addiction Trtment

Req #: 0000260941

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $39.67 - $48.65 per hour

Pay Transparency The above reflects the anticipated annual salary range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – RWJBarnabas Health At RWJBarnabas Health, Licensed Clinical Social Workers become part of a purpose-driven environment where compassionate care, clinical excellence, and interdisciplinary collaboration come together to improve the lives of patients and families. This LCSW role offers opportunities for professional growth, meaningful patient relationships, and a culture committed to innovation, quality, and whole-person care. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, you will provide evidence-based behavioral health services that promote emotional well-being, resilience, and improved health outcomes while working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means becoming part of a community where every team member is empowered to make a lasting impact.

A typical day for a Licensed Clinical Social Worker may include:

• Conducting comprehensive psychosocial and psychiatric assessments to evaluate patients' emotional, behavioral, and social needs while developing individualized treatment plans
• Providing evidence-based psychotherapy utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), psychodynamic therapy, supportive therapy, motivational interviewing, and other clinically appropriate interventions
• Performing psychiatric evaluations, SBIRT screenings, diagnostic assessments, and applying DSM-5 criteria to support accurate diagnosis and treatment planning
• Monitoring patient progress, evaluating treatment effectiveness, and adjusting care plans based on clinical outcomes and evolving patient needs
• Collaborating closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, nurses, care managers, and community organizations to coordinate comprehensive, patient-centered care
• Educating patients and their families on treatment plans, mental health conditions, medications, coping strategies, symptom management, and available community resources
• Maintaining timely, accurate documentation including assessments, progress notes, treatment plans, service coding, and clinical communications within the electronic medical record (EMR)
• Ensuring patient confidentiality and safeguarding medical records in accordance with HIPAA regulations and professional standards
• Supporting appropriate levels of behavioral health care through ongoing assessment, coordination, and referral based on patient acuity and clinical needs
• Pursuing continuing education and professional development opportunities to strengthen clinical expertise and remain current with evidence-based behavioral health practices

This Role Might Be For You If

• Building trusting therapeutic relationships through empathy, compassion, and strong communication is one of your greatest strengths
• You enjoy providing evidence-based psychotherapy while helping patients achieve meaningful progress toward their treatment goals
• Collaboration with multidisciplinary healthcare teams is something you value and actively contribute to each day
• Critical thinking and clinical judgment allow you to develop individualized treatment plans that address complex patient needs
• You are highly organized and committed to maintaining accurate clinical documentation and regulatory compliance
• Adapting your therapeutic approach to meet the unique needs of diverse patient populations motivates you
• Continuous learning and professional development are important to your long-term career growth

To be considered for this Licensed Clinical Social Worker opportunity, you are passionate about providing compassionate, evidence-based behavioral healthcare while supporting patients and families through every stage of their care journey.

This position is a full-time outpatient opportunity with a schedule based on departmental needs. The primary shift is a full-time day shift.

You hold a Master's Degree in Social Work from a Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) accredited institution, a current New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license, and have a minimum of two years of psychotherapy experience. Experience providing evidence-based therapies, conducting psychiatric assessments utilizing DSM-5 criteria, and documenting within an electronic medical record (EMR) system is preferred.

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer