Social Worker MSW

Job Title: Social Worker MSW

Location: Newark Beth Israel Medical Center

Req#: 0000191858

Status: Full-time

Shift: Day

Department name: REACH Wellness

Job Overview:

The Social Worker will support the KidsFit obesity treatment program at both the NBIMC Pediatric Health Center and the Pediatric Specialty Center at Cooperman Barnabas - West Orange. This person will be responsible for providing comprehensive psychosocial support for pediatric patients and their families with a particular focus on patients at risk for pediatric obesity. This Role involves assessing family needs, offering targeted counseling, resource navigation and coordinating with interdisciplinary healthcare team to address the social and psychosocial factors of obesity and the associated comorbidities.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Graduation from an accredited graduate school of social work with an MSW master's in social work degree.
• State licensure is required by the NJ State board of Social Work Examiners.
• Licensed clinical social worker LCSW or licensed social worker LSW.
• One- or two years experience in a hospital setting preferred.

Preferred:

Certifications and Licenses Required (if applicable):

• N/A.

Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions):

• 8:00 5:00
• Days
• Full-time

Essential Functions:

• Provides direct clinical social work services to patients and their families
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of pediatric patients and their families to identify emotional, social and environmental factors related to pediatric obesity and the associated comorbidities,

• Provide individual and family counseling to address issues such as self-esteem, stress management and behavior change,

• Assist families in accessing community resources such as mental health services, financial aid and educational programs to overcome barriers to treatment and ensure optimal health outcomes,

• EMR documentation of assessments, interventions and outcomes in compliance with clinical regulatory standards,

• Collaborate with the interdisciplinary healthcare team to integrate social work into the pediatric care plan,

• Participate in the clinical and group sessions of the KidsFit pediatric obesity treatment program,

Benefits and Perks:

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

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary 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.

Equal Opportunity Employer