Social Worker; MSW M-F - Atlantic Health Medical Center, NJ
Job in
Summit, Union County, New Jersey, 07902, USA
Listing for:
Direct Jobs
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-07-18
Job specializations:
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Social Work
Medical Social Worker, Patient/Health Advocate, Clinical Social Worker, Human Services/ Social Work
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 47968 - 84391 USD Yearly
USD
47968.00
84391.00
YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Social Worker (MSW) - Full Time - 8AM-4PM M-F - Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, NJ
Job Description
Provides therapeutic intervention and social work services to patients and their families to enhance comprehensive, integrated, and uninterrupted care in the hospital and to have continuity of care in the community.
Monday – Friday – 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM – Weekend rotation required.
Responsibilities
Assesses the patient's psychosocial situation in relation to the medical needs and plans appropriate interventions and treatment goals to improve patient/family functioning.Interviews patients, family members, and/or significant others identified through case finding or referrals to assess needs for social work and/or interventions related to social determinants of health.Participates and provides input in Multidisciplinary Rounds:
Psycho/Social Context.Functions as resource and advocate on behalf of the patient and family for discussions involving Advanced Care Planning.Provides psychosocial support to patients and families during adjustment to illness and life changes.Provides preventive, protective, or supportive services to patients who are in or threatened by situations detrimental to their well‑being.Collaborates with the health care team regarding in-hospital needs and post-hospital care.Maintains current knowledge of available psycho-social services programs/services and provides relevant information to patients, families, staff, and community organizations.Develops and maintains collegial relationships with community organizations.Coordinates and maintains a psychosocial discharge planning program for the assigned service area to identify patient needs and plan for appropriate after‑care services.Ensures continuity of care through comprehensive and appropriate discharge planning with patient, family, and/or significant others.Documents appropriate data from psycho-social assessments, individual contacts, family interventions, and discharge planning according to department policy and procedures and State, Federal, and Joint Commission stipulated requirements.Develops a social service network with city, state or other governmental services to assist patients in obtaining services such as food stamps and other financial supports and transitional housing.Evaluates psycho-social services program objectives and results and participates in program planning and improvement.Maintains confidentiality in accordance with hospital and departmental policy and professional standards. May accompany patients to obtain benefits, entitlement, or other services.Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited school of Social Work (MSW) required.
- Previous medical hospital social work experience required.
- NJ LSW or LCSW required.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
- Knowledge of trends and advances in clinical practice and healthcare informatics, as well as new developments and innovations in hardware and software technology.
- Knowledge of relevant and state regulatory standards related to Social Work.
- Rapid cycle change or clinical performance improvement expertise.
Benefits
Atlantic Health offers a comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well‑being of all team members. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage; life & AD&D insurance; short‑term and long‑term disability; 403(b) retirement plan with employer match; PTO & paid sick leave; tuition assistance; parental, adoption, surrogacy leave; backup and on‑site childcare; well‑being rewards; employee assistance program;
fertility benefits; flexible spending and commuter accounts; pet/home/auto, identity theft and legal insurance.
Job Information
- Minimum Salary (Hourly Rate): $34.82
- Maximum Salary (Hourly Rate): $61.26
- Assignment Category:
Full‑time - Hours per Week: 37.5
- Primary Shift: Day
EEO Statement
Atlantic Health, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, or other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.
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