Soc Worker M.S.W.

Position Summary
The Social Worker is responsible for assessing, counseling, intervening, implementing and educating the patient, family/significant others to facilitate movement throughout the continuum of care.

Core Duties and Responsibilities
•    Collaborates with patient, family and other team members to coordinate services
•    Serves as a resource for community services
•    Provides assistance in obtaining alternative living situations when needed
•    Works with health care team, patient/family and community agencies in order to facilitate efficient utilization of resources
•    Develops and maintains good working relationships with health and social service agencies
•    Provides timely documentation of discharge planning activities in the medical record
•    Educates patients, family/significant others regarding options for discharge to include what is available and what has been arranged.
•    Provides discharge planning specifically for psychiatric/suicidal patients.
•    Demonstrates an understanding of resource for Drug/Alcohol services and ability to refer appropriately.

Minimum Requirements
•    MSW/ NJ Licensed Social Worker
•    Previous clinical/Hospital experience
•    Knowledge of Medical Terminology and intermediate computer proficiency
•    Excellent organizational, communication and interpersonal skills
•    Must be able to walk and stand for extended periods with the ability to lift, push and pull

Preferred Skills and Experience
•    2 years of experience in acute care

Salary Range - $54,000-$85,200 (based on experience)