What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker MSW position at RWJBarnabas Health?
Monmouth Medical Center is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. Monmouth Medical Center has been an affiliate of Philadelphia s Drexel University College of Medicine for more than 40 years.
As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways of delivering health care. For over 128 years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties.
Summary of Job Function: Provides evaluative and inpatient mental health services to the patients/family of the inpatient unit. Maintains close contacts with community providers serving the patients. Prepares and maintains records and reports regarding patient treatment and progress as required by regulatory standards and organizational policy. Participates as an integral part of the Milieu to provide a safe and secure treatment environment. Participates in the unit PI/QA programs and hospital quality improvement efforts. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.
Job Requirements: Masters degree required. LSW or LCSW required. Must demonstrate theoretical knowledge of psychology for Child/Adolescent, Adult/Geriatric populations. One to twelve months prior experience in related field required, prior experience in psychiatric inpatient setting preferred.
We offer a great work environment, competitive rates and excellent benefits, including:
Medical/Dental/Vision plans
401 (k)
Vacation/Personal/Holiday/Sick Time Off
Short & Long Term Disability
Basic Life & Accidental Death Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Equal Employment Opportunity
