Sr. Program Assistant, Adult Psych (AP) Req #: 0000173625
Category: Social Work
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: Adult Psych (AP)
Location: New Point Campus, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Job Overview:

The Sr. Program Assistant provides direct social service support to patients as well as assesses and plans complex discharge planning needs for the Adult Psychiatric Inpatient Unit.

The psychiatric inpatient 22-bed, Dual Diagnosis Mental Illness unit, specializes in treatment of patients with autism and intellectual disabilities and varying medical complexities.

Qualifications:

Required:

Bachelor's degree in the Behavioral Health field of study

Scheduling Requirements:

Shift working, 8:00 4:30pm each dayFT

Essential Functions:

Interface with social work team to collaborate on social supports, housing and treatment needs upon dischargeParticipate in interdisciplinary treatment team planning rounds to assess discharge planning needs, identify obstacles and communicate on-going interventionsEducate and engage patients and families with availability and eligibility criteria for outpatient programs/services benefits to meet their unique needsCreatively negotiate, coordinate, and advocate for patients with community based service to assure the highest level of needed supports, continuation of care and wrap around servicesCollaborate with the team to identify, send, and follow-up on all appropriate referralsBuild and maintain relationships with outpatient referral agencies and programs throughout Union County that will best serve our patient populationDocument all discharge planning related notes and referrals in the Medical RecordOther job duties as assigned

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 InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary 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