Master's degree in social work from an accredited program
New Jersey Social Work License required
MSW and LSW or LCSW required; LCSW strongly preferred
Minimum of three years of experience as a Social Worker
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Responsibilities
Coordinate and facilitate patient care across the health care system
Manage discharge planning and patient progression
Utilize resources effectively for patient care
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including physicians and therapists
Respond to changing patient needs in a dynamic environment
Implement case management services using critical thinking
Benefits
Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D for full-time employees
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits including Disability and Legal Support
Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off, and Wellness Time Off
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Facilities
Full Job Description
Position Summary
To coordinate and facilitate patient care through the Valley Hospital Health Care System as it relates to a multidisciplinary approach to patient progression, discharge planning and utilization of resources.
Education
Master's degree in social work from an accredited program. New Jersey Social Work License required. MSW and LSW or LCSW required. LCSW strongly preferred.
Experience
Minimum of three (3) years of experience as a Social Worker required.
Skills
Demonstrates effective interaction and communication (oral, writing, presenting) skills.
Ability to perform work accurately and pay attention to details, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure.
Ability to function competently in stressful situations and a changing work environment related to changing patient needs.
Ability to work cooperatively within the health-system; with patients and family members; and with multidisciplinary team members (i.e., physicians, Rehab, Respiratory, DI, Lab, etc.).
Ability to utilize effective time management to set priorities, perform job related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations.
Ability to use critical thinking and clinical reasoning skills effectively problem-solve and provide case management services.
Job Location The Valley Hospital-Paramus
Shift Day (United States of America)
Benefits
Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees)
Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D(Full Time Employees)
Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans
Supplemental Voluntary Benefits ( e.g. Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.)
6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness
Retirement Plan
Tuition Assistance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount
Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities
Salary
Joining Valley Health System means becoming part of a dedicated team that values the highest quality of care in a supportive environment. In our commitment to high performance and reliability, we encourage and recognize exceptional individual performance through our industry leading compensation practices including a starting salary and benefits in accordance with your role, experience, education, and licensure. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits.
