Licensed Clinical Social Worker- Hospice-Pt; Monmouth & Ocean Counties

LICENSED CLINICAL SOCIAL WORKER – HOSPICE – PT (MONMOUTH & OCEAN COUNTIES)

Location: Meridian Home Care, Wall, New Jersey

Requisition #: •
Shift: Day •
Status: Part-time with Benefits

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning. It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for our community.

• Provides a comprehensive assessment of a patient’s psychosocial needs and develops treatment and review plans according to department policy.
• Provides effective behavioral/medical health treatment and education, including assessment, psychotherapeutic counseling, or therapy (individual and/or group), and interprets information to staff, families, and/or agencies.
• Completes all documentation in accordance with department and hospital policy.
• Provides all services and interventions in accordance with licensure regulations (NASW or MFT).
• Utilises patient information to determine needs, grow, develop and understand evidence‑based treatment options for specific populations.
• Provides comprehensive case‑management services/assessment as warranted.
• Assesses Social Determinants of Health and provides relevant information, education and/or referrals.
• Collaborates with patient, family and support persons to develop a comprehensive discharge plan.
• Reassesses treatment plan regularly, evaluates progress, revises plan when clinically indicated.
• Maintains protected patient health information as required by law, state licensing, TJC and HMH policy.
• Assists behavioral/medical team members in responding to emergencies.
• Has a working knowledge of community agencies and resources, referring patients appropriately.
• Lifts and pushes/pulls at least 5 lbs., and stands for minimum 4 hours a day.
• Identifies patient population needs and adapts care accordingly (age, culture, language, etc.).
• Adheres to HMH organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Receives proper supervision as per licensed board.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW).
• 1 year of total work experience in Social Work.
• Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application.
• Knowledge of disease management, disease process, differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.
• Ability to work as part of a team and build collaborative relationships.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (Microsoft Office, Google Suite).

• Previous home health/hospice experience.

• NJ Licensed Clinical Social Worker.

Minimum rate of $42,640 annually. Posted rate is an estimate of minimum base pay. The base compensation may vary based on market data, experience, education, certifications, skills, geographic location, internal equity, and budgeting.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Per Diem members may receive travel reimbursement and a 401(k) match.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, breastfeeding, genetic information, or any other protected status. We are an equal opportunity employer.