Social Worker Licensed, UCDHS (SAMHSA) Req #: 0000153506
Category: Social Work
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Evening
Facility: Trinitas Regional Medical Center
Department: UCDHS (SAMHSA)
Location: Williamson Street, 235 Williamson Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07202

Job Overview:

The Licensed Social Worker provides clinically based treatment for individuals with drug and alcohol/mental health disorders and their behavioral health issues and maintains a case load that includes IOP levels of care. The LSW responsibilities include group facilitation, individual sessions, intakes, documentation, outreach and follow-up.

The Union County Department of Human Services (UCDHS) partners to deliver Mental Health and Recovery Support Services in the areas of Intensive Case Management, Peer Support, & Community Base Case Management.

Qualifications:

Required:

Master's degree in Social WorkAt least one year working experience as a LSW in a substance abuse programAll new hires who are in recovery must attest to having one year of sobriety and abstinenceAll new hires are required to sign an Affidavit of RecoveryMust comply with TRMC paid state level criminal history record background check supported by fingerprint check prior to hire

Preferred:

Knowledge of ASAM criteria and experience with NJSAMSACT certificate

Certifications and Licenses Required:

NJ Licensed Social Worker

Scheduling Requirements:

Shifts working, Monday, Wednesday, Thursday 11am-9pm, Tuesday 10am-8pmFT

Essential Functions:

Teaching individuals how to modify behaviorsAssessments including intake, identifying issues and creating goals and individualized Treatment PlansAssisting with case managementLeading group therapy sessionsProviding outreach and progress reports to referring agenciesReferring patients to support groupsSetting up an after care planObtaining authorizations from Medicaid, insurances and other referral sourcesOther duties as assigned

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer