Social Worker MSW

Job Title:Social Worker MSW

Location:Monmouth Medical Center

Department Name:Psych IP - STCF

Req #:0000204694

Status:Salaried

Shift:Day

Pay Range: $75,691.00 - $95,867.00, Annual

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,

Job Overview:

The Social Worker provides evaluative and inpatient mental health services to the patients/families of the inpatient unit. Maintains close contact with community providers serving patients. Prepares and maintains records and reports regarding patient treatment and progress as required by regulatory standards and organizational policy. Participates as an integral part of the Milieu to provide a safe and secure treatment environment. Participates in the unit PI/QA programs and hospital quality improvement efforts. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments i,e,damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas and medical errors, etc.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master's Degree in Social Work
• LSW or LCSW license required
• 3 years experience/training working in a mental health setting
• Experience/training in individual, group and family therapy
• Knowledge of behavioral therapy concepts

Scheduling Requirements:

• Full-Time
• Day Shift
• 40 hours per week

Essential Functions:

• Functions as a member of the multidisciplinary treatment team to formulate individualized treatment plans through establishing patient treatment needs and methods of addressing these needs. Areas addressed in the treatment plan shall include: Observed psychopathology, psychosocial/family assessments, legal status, daily functioning, available community supports, educational status and the accurate and timely assessment of current mental status.
• Performs evaluations of patients and their families according to the time frames established through unit policies and procedures. Performs direct psychotherapy treatment services, such as: Individual, group and family therapies according to established goals and objectives of individual patient treatment plans. Functions as a liaison with community providers to maintain productive relationships
• Prepares and maintains accurate records and reports as they related to patient assessment, treatment and progress, court hearing and case reviews, inclusive of USTF forms for State. Documentation must adhere to regulations set forth by all regulatory, organizational and official agencies.
• Serves as a member of the unit’s quality assurance teams.

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer