Social Worker Licensed

RWJBarnabas Health; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 51,536 - 64,430; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

Wellness Programs

Voluntary Benefits

Discounts with partners

Job summary

A leading health care organization in New Jersey seeks a Social Worker Licensed to provide clinical services in a behavioral health outpatient program. The candidate will conduct assessments and counseling for adults with Serious Mental Illness, design treatment plans, and document patient outcomes. A Master’s degree in Social Work and NJ LSW license are required. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a range of benefits, including paid time off and medical insurance.

Qualifications

• Must have a Master's Degree in Social Work.
• NJ Licensed Social Worker (LSW) required.
• Preferred experience in substance abuse setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct clinical services to adults with Serious Mental Illness.
• Conduct initial intake assessments and individual/group counseling.
• Design and implement treatment plans and evaluate patient outcomes.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Individual counseling

Group counseling

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Social Worker Licensed

Location: 654 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206; NPC PLAZA BLDG

Department: Mental Health Adult OP

Req #: 0000242108

Status: Full-Time

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $37.41 - $46.77 per hour

Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage 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.

Job Overview

The Social Worker Licensed (LSW) provides direct clinical services in our behavioral health adult outpatient program, such as initial intake assessments, and individual and group counseling services to adults with Serious Mental Illness SMI, including those with a co-occurring substance-use diagnosis in our Adult Outpatient department.

Qualifications

Required:

• Master\'s Degree in Social Work

Preferred:

• LCADC
• One-year clinical experience in a substance abuse setting

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• NJ Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, Monday-Friday 8am-4:30pm
• Full-Time (FT)

Essential Functions:

• Obtains appropriate release of information
• Designs and implements treatment plans, including individual, group, and/or family psychotherapy, and evaluates and documents patient outcomes according to department policy and procedure
• Maintains up-to-date and complete records of patient information according to established standards
• Assists in reviewing and updating treatment and discharge plans
• Collaborates with other hospital programs and community agencies with which patients and families are involved
• Assesses patients\' needs through clinical interview, chart/history review and through use of standardized instruments

Benefits and Perks

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!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey-whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer