Job Summary
The position is focused on delivering therapeutic interventions and psychosocial support to both patients and their families, facilitating the continuity of care in hospital settings and the broader community. The role involves organizing discharge planning activities and working in conjunction with a multidisciplinary team to tackle social determinants affecting health and meet the diverse needs of patients.
Responsibilities
- Provide therapeutic intervention and psychosocial support to patients and their families.
- Ensure seamless continuity of care within hospital settings and across the community.
- Coordinate discharge planning processes effectively.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to identify and address social determinants of health.
- Assess and meet patient needs through coordinated care efforts.
Qualifications
- A Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
- Holds a New Jersey Licensed Social Worker (LSW) license.
- Previous experience in medical hospital social work is preferred.
Atlantic Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
