Licensed Social Worker

DaVita Kidney Care • Plainfield, NJ

3d • $68,000 - $109,000

About The Position

DaVita is seeking a Social Worker to serve as a vital member of each patient's core care team in an outpatient dialysis setting. The role supports and advocates for patients as they adjust to life on dialysis, helps them understand their rights and responsibilities, and guides them in managing the physical, mental, emotional, and financial demands of End Stage Renal Disease. The position emphasizes building meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and families and working in a supportive team environment.

Requirements

• Meet all state-required regulations to practice in the dialysis setting.
• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) with a specialization in clinical practice.
• Demonstrated knowledge of government and private insurance programs.
• Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Functional proficiency with DaVita-specific applications within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Support and advocate for patients adjusting to life on dialysis.
• Help patients understand their rights and responsibilities.
• Guide patients in managing the physical, mental, emotional, and financial demands of End Stage Renal Disease.
• Build meaningful, long-term relationships with patients and their families.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• PTO cash out
• Paid training
• Family resources
• EAP counseling sessions
• Access to Headspace
• Backup child care
• Backup elder care
• Maternity and paternity leave
• Pet insurance
• Performance-based rewards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time