Job Information
RWJBarnabas Health Social Worker Licensed, Child/Adolescent Psych Op in Elizabeth, New Jersey
Social Worker Licensed, Child/Adolescent Psych OpReq #:0000177379
Category:Social Work
Status:Full-Time
Shift:Day
Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department:Child/Adolescent Psych Op
Location:
New Point Campus, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206
Job Overview:
As an LSW in the Child and Adolescent Outpatient program, you are responsible for direct provision of services to youth and family therapy services including group and individual/family counseling.
The Child and Adolescent Outpatient Unit offers a full array of psychiatric and behavioral health services for children and adolescents, ages 4 to 18 years old and their family members.
The goals of the program are to improve communication, promote problem-solving, crisis resolution, improve behavior, therapeutically stabilize significantly impaired youth, collaborate with schools, pediatricians, and outside collateral support systems to stabilize placements and facilitate family harmony.
Qualifications:
Required:
- Master's degree in Social Work
Preferred:
Bilingual in Spanish and/or Portuguese
One year of clinical experience
Certifications and Licenses Required:
- Licensed Social Worker in the state of New Jersey
Scheduling Requirements:
Shift working, 11am-8pm, shifts do vary
Two to Three evening shifts a week
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
Interprets the nature of illness and prescribed course of treatment to patients and families
Communicates family issues to other staff members
Participates in planning conferences
Maintains up-to-date and complete records of patient information according to established standards
As a member of the multidisciplinary team, 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
