Traveling to and working within both Union and Somerset Counties. Please note that travel to these counties is a required part of the position.

1.    Performs comprehensive psychosocial assessments

Below covers everything you need to know about what this opportunity entails, as well as what is expected from applicants.
Identifies behaviors and issues that affect coping at the end of life
Identifies issues that may have an impact on the safety of patients and families Identifies availability of support systems to meet patient/family goals
Identifies bereavement risks and communicates these appropriately

2.    Collaborates with other disciplines in the development of the plan of care
Provides input to the development of short-term and long-term goals
Participates as an active member of the interdisciplinary team
Collaborates with external resources in developing the plan of care

3.    Collaborates with other disciplines in the implementation of the plan of care
Counsel's patients and families in strategies to cope with issues of loss and terminal illness
Participates with other disciplines in family conferences
Provides referrals to appropriate community services
Facilitates movement between levels of hospice care

4.    Collaborates with other disciplines in the implementation of the plan of care
Counsel's patients and families in strategies to cope with issues of loss and terminal illness
Participates with other disciplines in family conferences
Provides referrals to appropriate community services
Facilitates movement between levels of hospice care

5.    Evaluates the effectiveness of social work services
Modifies interventions based on input from the IDT Serves as a resource to team members.

6.    Maintains high standards of professional practice
Completes documentation according to agency guidelines
Maintains current knowledge of community resources and eligibility requirements
Maintains knowledge of hospice Medicare benefit and other insurance coverage

7.    Participates in the agencys Performance Improvement program
Participates in utilization review activities

8.    Assists in the development of agency policies and procedures
Provides orientation to new employees
Participates in developing/revising job functions

9.    Assists with growing agency business
Participates in community education and outreach
Assists with orientation and training of hospice volunteers
Cross trains to learn new skills
Accepts other assignments as requested to support agency

Other Tasks Which May be required: Knowledge of age-appropriate behaviors, needs and interventions. The ability to work with people of diverse cultures and socioeconomic status

1. Licensed in the state of NJ(LSW)
2. MSW Degree
3. Expertise in community resources
4. Excellent customer service and communication skills
5. Knowledgeable regarding Hospice Conditions of Participation

Preferred -

1. LCSW preferred
2. Palliative & Hospice Certification preferred
3. 1-2 years experience in hospice/ palliative or geriatric care preferred

About US

At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include:

• Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ
• Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ
• Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ
• Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ
• Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ
• Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ
• CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ
• Atlantic Home Care and Hospice
• Atlantic Mobile Health
• Atlantic Rehabilitation

We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners.

We have received awards and recognition for  the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades:

• 100 Best Companies to Work For and FORTUNE magazine for 15 years
• Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare
• 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare
• 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review
• Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP
• Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA)
• One of the 100 Best Workplaces for Millennials Great Place to Work and FORTUNE magazine
• One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work and FORTUNE magazine
• Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets
• NJ Sustainable Business

Atlantic Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members. Offerings vary based on role level (Team Member, Director, Executive). Below is a general summary, with role-specific enhancements highlighted:
Team Member Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (22.5 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance.
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan: Employer match, additional non-elective contribution
• PTO & Paid Sick Leave
• Tuition Assistance, Advancement & Academic Advising
• Parental, Adoption, Surrogacy Leave
• Backup and On-Site Childcare
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Benefits, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance

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Note: In Compliance with the NJ Pay Transparency Act (effective Sunday, June 1, 2025), all job postings will include the hourly wage or salary (or a range), as well as this summary of benefits. Final compensation and benefit eligibility may vary by role and employment status and will be confirmed at the time of offer.
EEO STATEMENT
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