Social Worker, LCSW - Morristown, NJ

RWJBarnabas Health

Morristown (NJ)

On-site

USD 84,000 - 103,000

Full time

23 hours ago

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Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Medical and Prescription Insurance

Dental and Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Short & Long Term Disability

Life & AD&D Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Wellness Programs

Pet Insurance Discounts

Job summary

RWJBarnabas Health is seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) for outpatient work in Morristown. The role emphasizes collaborative care, evidence-based practice, and patient-centered outcomes.

Responsibilities include assessments, treatment planning, and delivering brief psychotherapy (CBT/DBT/psychodynamic). A CSWE-accredited MSW and NJ LCSW are required, with 2 years of psychotherapy experience and outpatient exposure preferred.

Qualifications

Master's Degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with New Jersey license.
Minimum 2 years of psychotherapy experience.
6 months outpatient experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide client-focused, evidence-based care to diverse individuals and their support systems.
Conduct assessments, diagnosis, treatment planning, intervention, and evaluation of outcomes.
Collaborate with other professionals to plan, deliver, integrate, and evaluate care.
Provide brief psychotherapy using CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and/or supportive therapy.
Maintain confidentiality and HIPAA compliance.

Skills

LCSW license

Outpatient psychotherapy

CBT/DBT

DSM-5 familiarity

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

NJ LCSW license

Tools

EMR system

Job description

Req #: 0000262271

Category: Social Work / Community Health

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Facility: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department: Behavioral Health Morristown

Pay Range: $84,000.00 - $103,168.00 per year

Location: 310 Madison Ave, Morristown, NJ 07960

Job Title: Social Worker LCSW

Location: Barnabas Health Medical Group

Department Name: Behavioral Health Morristown

Req #: 0000262271

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $84,000.00 - $103,168.00 per year

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), Outpatient — RWJBarnabas Health

At RWJBarnabas Health, Licensed Clinical Social Workers become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, compassion, and exceptional patient care create meaningful experiences every day. This outpatient role offers opportunities for clinical growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. The LCSW plays an essential role in supporting patients and their support systems while contributing to integrated, patient-centered care.

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

Providing client-focused, evidence-based care to diverse individuals and their support systems to maximize health, well-being, functionality, and resiliency
Providing a process of patient care that includes assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, intervention, and evaluation of outcomes related to the presenting problem
Engaging with other professionals to assess, plan, deliver, integrate, and evaluate care
Supporting, delivering, and/or coordinating the appropriate level of care based on patient acuity
Conducting psychiatric evaluations, SBIRT, and motivational interviews and utilizing diagnostic criteria based on the DSM-5
Educating patients and families about treatment plans, interventions, medications, mental illness, symptom relief, comorbidities, and strategies to enhance overall health
Completing written evaluations, medical record communications, progress notes, and service coding utilizing the EMR system
Providing brief psychotherapy utilizing principles of CBT, DBT, psychodynamic, and/or supportive therapy as needed
Measuring progress and effectiveness of treatment and adjusting the care plan as needed
Maintaining confidentiality of patients' treatment and records in accordance with HIPAA
Collaborating with other health care providers, internally and externally, as well as community and social service organizations
Pursuing ongoing professional development and seeking opportunities to develop further as a clinician

This Role Might Be For You If

Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
You value collaborative teamwork, transparency, mutual respect, and a shared passion for excellence and innovation
You are able to plan, organize, and prioritize daily tasks while working with minimal supervision
You demonstrate strong clinical judgment and a commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development
Providing exceptional customer service and creating a positive patient experience are important to you
Adaptability allows you to manage changing priorities while maintaining professionalism

To be considered for this Licensed Clinical Social Worker opportunity

This position offers a consistent Monday through Friday schedule from 8:00am - 4:30pm, allowing you to build strong patient relationships while maintaining a work-life balance.
A Master's Degree in Social Work from an institution accredited by CSWE and a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) with a current New Jersey license is required
A minimum of 2 years of experience in psychotherapy practice is required
6 months of experience in an outpatient setting 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.