What are the responsibilities and job description for the Social Worker Homecare position at Visiting Nurse Association of Central Jersey?
Job Title: Social Worker
We are moving healthcare forward, and you can be a part of it.
About the Role:
- You will work closely with our supportive leadership team to provide exceptional care to patients.
- Develop and implement social work plans of care to address psychosocial problems and improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with professional staff to identify community resource options and link patients with needed resources.
Responsibilities:
- Participate in a comprehensive clinical orientation program to learn key procedures and safety protocols.
- Provide assessments of social and emotional problems that impact patient care and recovery.
- Adhere to agency policies and procedures on documentation and infection control.
Qualifications:
- Masters Degree in Social Work required, with current NJ LSW licensure.
- 1 year of supervised clinical experience, preferably in community health settings.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with ability to work with diverse populations.
- Bilingual Spanish-speaking skills a plus.
EEO Statement:
VNA Health Group is an equal employment opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.