Licensed Social Worker

Lutheran Social Ministries of New Jersey•Plainfield, NJ

19h•$70 - $80

About The Position

'I just love working there and that's a good place to work' 'It feels good every day to know that what you do at your job, will help and make a differece in somebodys life. Especially elderly people that feel lonely, sick and abandoned by friends and family. We are there for them. I love to work at Lutheran and I love my Participants. Because of the pandemic we cant see each other everyday-but I call them; and I can feel their happiness when they hear my voice. They know I care.We all do at Lutheran Senior Life At Jersey City.' Those are real statements from real employees at Lutheran Senior LIFE. We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is like to work here..... Caring Teamwork Kindness Open Communication Positive Attitude This is how our team members describe the culture at Lutheran Senior LIFE! Apply today to find out more! We are SO EXCITED! LSMNJ is opening a brand new PACE Center in Plainfield, NJ, serving clients in Union County. As we venture into this brand new program, we are seeking a full-time Licensed Social Worker to help get us started! This position offers a salary of between of $70-$80, a full complement of benefits and paid time off! The Social Worker performs in person initial assessments for enrollment of potential Lutheran Senior Healthcare participants to obtain a complete psycho-social history, which may include descriptions of cognitive status, social supports, family dynamics, mental health and substance dependency, and other current issues and needs. Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each participant.

Requirements

Member of the Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW)
Current drivers license and proof of auto insurance
Licensed with the New Jersey Board of Social Work
Experience with frail/chronically ill elderly people
MUST be English/Spanish bilingual
Ability to provide psychosocial assessment and individual, family and group counseling
Ability to maintain accurate records and to prepare clear and concise reports, correspondence and other written materials.
Good public speaking skills with all size groups
Verbal and listening skills; ability to speak in front of large audiences
Effective verbal and written communication skills
Demonstrated ability to work in an interdisciplinary team setting.
2 years experience working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or community-based setting is preferable.
Minimum one year working with the frail or elderly.
Employees must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.

Responsibilities

Performs in person initial assessments for enrollment of potential Lutheran Senior Healthcare participants to obtain a complete psycho-social history, which may include descriptions of cognitive status, social supports, family dynamics, mental health and substance dependency, and other current issues and needs.
Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a comprehensive care plan for each participant.