Social Worker MSW (FT-Day), Somerville, NJ

Job Title: Social Worker MSW

Location: RWJUH Somerset

Department Name: Mental Health Unit

Req #: 0000232703

Status: Salaried

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $77,812.00 - $97,281.00 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.

Job Overview:

RWJBarnabas Health is looking to add a qualified full-time Social Worker, MSW in Somerville, NJ. The Social Worker assists patients and their families to achieve the goals agreed upon with the care management team as it relates to an illness, disease or psychosocial needs.

Qualifications:

Required:

• NJ Licensed Clinical Social Worker or NJ Licensed Social Worker or New Jersey State Licensure for BSW or New Jersey State Licensure for MSW
• Prior experience in social work in Behavioral Health Unit in an acute care hospital

Required:

• Two (2) years of experience working in a Behavioral Health setting
• Certified in DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy) or CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy) preferred or willing to obtain training and certification upon hire

Scheduling Requirements:

• Day Shift, 40 hours/week
• Full Time Schedule

Essential Functions:

• As a member of the multidisciplinary care team, the social worker engages in specific assessments or interventions as part of the care plan, assists with the coordination of care transitions (admissions and discharge planning for example) and engages with the patient in various settings such as their home, the practice, the hospital or post-acute facilities
• The Social Worker consults and collaborates not only with the patient's care team but also with other external agencies and community resources to secure support services, and provides ongoing monitoring of patient involvement, participation and compliance with treatment plan and goals as needed
• The Social Worker will perform in accordance with the State of New Jersey's regulations for Social Work

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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 healthcare 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