Licensed Social Worker
Company: Lutheran Social Ministries of NJ
Location: Jersey City
Posted on: May 11, 2022
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Job Description:
'My work has special meaning: this is not 'just a job.'' 'I just
love working there and that's a good place to work' 'It feels good
every day to know that what you do at your job, will help and make
a differece in somebody's life. Especially elderly people that feel
lonely, sick and abandoned by friends and family. We are there for
them. I love to work at Lutheran and I love my Participants.
Because of the pandemic we can't see each other everyday-but I call
them; and I can feel their happiness when they hear my voice. They
know I care.We all do at Lutheran Senior Life At Jersey City.'
Those are real statements from real employees at Lutheran Senior
LIFE. We hope you feel the same way once you experience what it is
like to work here..... *Caring* *Teamwork* *Kindness* *Open
Communication* *Positive Attitude* This is how our team members
describe the culture at Lutheran Senior LIFE! Apply today to find
out more! We have a new opportunity for a full-time Social Worker!
The Social Worker performs in person initial assessments for
enrollment of potential Lutheran Senior Healthcare participants to
obtain a complete psycho-social history, which may include
descriptions of cognitive status, social supports, family dynamics,
mental health and substance dependency, and other current issues
and needs. Coordinates with the interdisciplinary team to develop a
comprehensive care plan for each participant. Basic Qualifications:
Education/Training/Certifications: Member of the Academy of
Certified Social Workers (ACSW) Current driver's license and proof
of auto insurance Licensed with the New Jersey Board of Social Work
Skill(s): Experience with frail/chronically ill elderly people MUST
be English/Spanish bilingual Ability to provide psychosocial
assessment and individual, family and group counseling Ability to
maintain accurate records and to prepare clear and concise reports,
correspondence and other written materials. Good public speaking
skills with all size groups Verbal and listening skills; ability to
speak in front of large audiences Effective verbal and written
communication skills Demonstrated ability to work in an
interdisciplinary team setting. Experience: 2 years experience
working on an interdisciplinary team in a hospital, nursing home or
community-based setting is preferable. Minimum one year working
with the frail or elderly. Medical Clearance: Employees must have
medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date
immunizations before having direct participant contact. We care
about our team members and the people we serve, so we made the
decision to require all employees to be fully vaccinated against
Covid-19. Only candidates that are vaccinated or willing to be
vaccinated should apply. LSMNJ is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.
Keywords: Lutheran Social Ministries of NJ, Jersey City , Licensed Social Worker, Healthcare , Jersey City, New Jersey
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