Social Worker- LSW/LCSW

Behavioral Health Social Worker in hospital setting – Full time with 5000.00 Sign on Bonus Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital – Blackwood, NJ Requirements Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited School of Social Work; New Jersey State Social Work Licensure (LSW or LCSW) is required. Mental Health experience is preferred. Responsibilities Bio psychosocial assessment on each patient assigned which includes substance abuse assessment, mental status assessment, and recommendations for treatment Provide 1:1 counseling to patients – including issues related to trauma, substance abuse, homelessness, domestic violence, and childhood abuse Provide family sessions to patients and their families offering counseling and education regarding issues related to psychiatric admission and discharge planning Contact community supports and family for collateral information Round daily with interdisciplinary team to address patients’ clinical needs and progression of care. Meet with clinicians from outside agencies to formulate appropriate treatment and discharge plans Attend weekly Mental Health court proceedings, submit court notes as needed and testify on behalf of patients as required Provide documentation in the electronic medical record per the Northbrook Social Work Documentation Policy Attend Social Work educational workshops provided by Northbrook- Complete Hospital Education and Infection Control Requirements Complete annual NCI training Supervision toward LCSW hours is provided Benefits 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Schedule 8 hour shift Work Location: In person #J-18808-Ljbffr Northbrook Behavioral Health Hospital