Social Worker MSW Req #: 0000177092
Category: Behavioral and Mental Health
Status: Per Diem
Shift: Day
Facility: Clara Maass Medical Center
Department: Behavioral Health
Location: Clara Maass Medical Center, 1 CLARA MAASS DRIVE, BELLEVILLE, NJ 07109

Job Title: Social Worker MSW

Location: Clara Maass Medical Center

Req#: 0000177092

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Day

Department name: Behavioral Health

Job Overview:

Mental Health Professional, masters prepared to provide screening for trauma related social/emotional/psychological problems. This person will work in a primary care medical out-patient service at NBIMC and collaborate with medical staff on the identification and referral of patients who may have been exposed to traumatic experiences. This professional uses structured screening tools to identify specific mental health and substance abuse problems that may be associated with a history of trauma. This person will provide referral to appropriate mental health and/or substance abuse treatment providers and will be supervised by the Behavioral Health Department in conjunction with the Ambulatory Primary Care Department.

Qualifications:

Required:

Masters Level Education2 years experience in the field of human services

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

N/A

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

Days Per Diem

Essential Functions:

Completing initial psycho-social assessments on Intensive outpatient program patients. Providing psychotherapeutic counseling with individuals, family, or groups as needed.Providing patient-centered advocacy, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams, building and maintaining relationships with internal/external resources. Making referrals to community agencies and entitlement programs and continuing ongoing education as needed Ensures continuity of care for patients with complex post-acute needs and maximizes the patient's and family's abilities to meet the continuing needs within their social and financial framework,Understanding all stages of growth and development to assess each patient's age-specific needs to provide individual treatment and care, Responsible for reporting identified safety issues and ensuring appropriate follow-up is necessary.

Benefits and Perks:

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

Paid Time Off (PTO) Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance Dental and Vision InsuranceRetirement Plans Short & Long Term Disability Life & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition 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.

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RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer