A Healthcare Social Worker provides individuals and families with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family care givers, providing patient education and counseling, and making referrals for other services. May also provide care and case management or interventions designed to promote health, prevent disease, and address barriers to access to healthcare.
Monday-Friday, 9:00 AM-5:00 PM (40 hours/week) Responsibilities Collaborate with school staff and administrators to support students' emotional, behavioral, and academic success. Provide individual, family, and group counseling services tailored to students' needs. Conduct crisis intervention and coordinate referrals for higher levels of care when appropriate. Facilitate parent and family support programs, including educational workshops. Maintain accurate, timely clinical documentation within the EMR. Participate in ongoing training, professional development, and team collaboration. Required Qualifications Active New Jersey LCSW or LPC license . Master's degree in Social Work, Mental Health Counseling, or a related field. Minimum of 1 year of experience providing mental health services to children and families (internship experience will be considered). New Jersey Educator Certification preferred Experience working in a school-based or pediatric behavioral health setting preferred
For California Applicants:
We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers (ULAC), The San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance (FCO) , and the California Fair Chance Act (CFCA). This position is subject to a background check based on its job duties, which may include patient care, working with vulnerable populations, access to financial and confidential information, driving, working with heavy machinery, or working in a warehouse or laboratory environment. Due to these job duties, this position has a significant impact on the business operations and reputation, as well as the safety and well-being of individuals who may be cared for as part of the job position or who may interact with staff or clients.
