Licensed Clinical Social Worker; Genetics

Hackensack Meridian Health•Hackensack, NJ

About The Position

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker treats patients using a variety of modalities as a member of a multidisciplinary clinical treatment team. The role provides psychological and social interventions that support patients and families in matters relating to behavioral health, levels of care, hospitalization, disease and illness, wellness, and recovery. The social worker assesses patients’ psychosocial needs, develops and reviews treatment plans, provides behavioral health treatment and education, and coordinates case management and discharge planning. The role also works collaboratively with patients, families, support persons, and other care-team members, while maintaining documentation and protected health information in accordance with applicable policies and regulations.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
At least 2 years of post-licensure work experience.
Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in a variety of settings.
Knowledge of disease management, disease processes, differential diagnoses, and treatment techniques.
Ability to work as part of a team and build collaborative relationships.
Excellent follow-through and attention to detail.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficient computer skills, which may include Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
NJ Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Nice To Haves

Ability to provide guidance or mentorship to other team members.

Responsibilities

Assess patients’ psychosocial needs and develop and review treatment plans according to findings and department policy.
Provide behavioral health treatment and education, including assessment and individual or group therapy, and share or interpret information with staff, families, and approved agencies.
Complete required documentation and written reports promptly and in accordance with department, hospital, medical center, or agency policies.
Provide services in accordance with applicable licensure regulations.
Use information about patient needs, growth and development, and evidence-based treatment options to develop treatment plans appropriate to patient populations and age groups.
Provide comprehensive case management services and assessment as warranted.
Assess Social Determinants of Health and provide information, education, or referrals to address identified needs.
Collaborate with patients, with their consent, families, and other support persons to develop comprehensive discharge plans addressing continuing care needs.
Reassess treatment plans, evaluate progress, and revise plans when clinically indicated.
Maintain protected patient health information in accordance with law, state licensing requirements, The Joint Commission, and HMH policy.
Assist behavioral and medical team members in responding to emergencies.
Use knowledge of community agencies and resources to make appropriate patient referrals.
Assist with interviewing and orienting new staff members.
Supervise social work or counseling students completing field placements.
Identify the needs of the patient population and adapt care and communication to patients’ age, culture, language, hearing or visual needs, development, education, and literacy.
Lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 5 pounds, and stand at least 4 hours per day.
Adhere to the Medical Center’s Organizational Competencies.
Receive supervision as required by the applicable Licensed Board.
Perform additional assigned duties and meet department- or program-specific requirements.
Follow job-specific requirements and regulations associated with the level of care, services, and patient population.