Counselor LSW, LCSW, Bilingual

Counselor LSW, LCSW, BilingualReq #:

0000168342Category:

Social WorkStatus:

Full-TimeShift:

DayFacility:

Jersey City Medical CenterDepartment:

Ryan White Formula AidsLocation:

Jersey City Medical Center, 355 Grand Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302Job Overview:Responsible for providing individual counseling services to Center for Comprehensive Care patients.Qualifications:Required:Masters Degree in mental health fieldLSW or LCSW RequiredExperience and knowledge of HIV and community resources is requiredPreferred:Bilingual strongly preferredScheduling Requirements:9:00 am – 5:00 pmMonday thru FridayFull TimeEssential Functions:Provides individual counseling services to CCC patientsConducts a comprehensive initial assessment on patientDevelops and implements individualized plan of care using short-term and long-term counseling plans for patientsConsults with Psychiatrist and other providers regarding complex patients and regarding prescription medications prescribed by providersProvides non-scheduled urgent assessment of patients with medical clinic appointmentsAssesses patients with urgent mental health conditions (e.g. suicidal, homicidal, psychotic, etc.) and makes appropriate referrals to available emergency or psychiatric treatment facilitiesProvides therapeutic interventions including crisis counseling to individuals and groupsProvides education to staff on mental health issuesRefers patients to necessary social and medical servicesDevelops, implements, and maintains partnerships with other community providersResponsible for maintaining up-to-date patient records and documenting each patient encounterResponsible for submitting and achieving target for monthly statisticsAttends and actively participates in weekly clinical supervision with supervisorComplies with unit and department scheduling guidelinesMaintains and updates professional knowledge and proficiency through continuing education, staff meetings, workshops, and serving on special committeesProvides task supervision and/or field instruction to master-level social work studentsResponsible for grant reporting and data tracking pertaining to mental health outcomesResponsible for attending all grant meetings pertaining to the mental health program on-site and off-sitePerforms other duties as assignedBenefits 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!Pay Range:$29.00 minimum to $31.00 maximum

Hourly RateLet us shape the future of healthcare, together. Our competitive base rates offered will be dependent upon your relevant experience, education, and skills. In addition to base salary, we offer excellent benefits creating a competitive total rewards package to include health and welfare benefits, tuition reimbursement, retirement benefits, employee assistance programs and many opportunities for professional and personal growth.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

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