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Social Worker

Skilled Nursing of New Jersey
place Piscataway, 08854
local_atm $75,000 - $85,000 a year
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Full Time
Experience:
Avoidant Personality Disorder
Aging
Stress
ECT
Individuals
Milieu

About Job

About Us:
We are committed to providing compassionate care and exceptional service to our residents. We believe in enhancing the lives of those we serve and are looking for a dedicated Social Worker to join our team. This role offers an opportunity to make a real difference by providing emotional, social, and psychological support to our residents and their families in a nurturing and team-oriented environment.

Why Work with Us?

  • Competitive Pay: We offer a competitive salary that values your experience and dedication.

  • Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, and paid time off (PTO).

  • Professional Growth: Ongoing training, development opportunities, and support for continuing education.

  • Work-Life Balance: Full-time hours with a balanced schedule to ensure you maintain personal well-being.

  • Impactful Work: Help improve the quality of life for residents by supporting their emotional and psychological needs.

Key Responsibilities:
As a Social Worker, your role will be pivotal in enhancing our residents' care experience by:

  • Conducting Resident Assessments: Evaluate residents' psychosocial needs, ensuring personalized care plans that reflect individual preferences.

  • Providing Counseling & Support: Offer confidential counseling services to residents and families, addressing concerns related to aging, adjustment to nursing home life, and emotional well-being.

  • Coordinating Care Plans: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure a comprehensive, person-centered approach to care.

  • Discharge Planning: Lead smooth transitions for residents by coordinating discharge plans, ensuring that the transition to home or other care settings is seamless and supported.

  • Resource Connection: Guide families to community resources, ensuring access to financial support, legal services, and other assistance when needed.

  • Crisis Intervention: Provide immediate support to residents experiencing emotional distress or psychological challenges, ensuring timely interventions and care.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) required; Master’s Degree (MSW) preferred.

  • Licensure: Must be licensed as a Social Worker (LCSW or equivalent) in the state of NJ

  • Experience: Minimum of 2 years of experience in a healthcare or long-term care setting, preferably skilled nursing or geriatric care.

  • Skills & Competencies:

    • Empathetic with excellent listening skills

    • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

    • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

    • Skilled in crisis management and conflict resolution

    • Knowledge of community resources and long-term care regulations

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Issues

Aging
Stress

Age Groups

Elderly (65+)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Modalities

Individuals

Practice Specifics

Settings

Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home
Forensic