Per Diem Psychiatric Social Worker

Per Diem Psychiatric Social WorkerReq #:0000120525Category:Social WorkStatus:Per DiemShift:DayFacility:Monmouth Medical CenterDepartment:Psych IP-CCISLocation:Monmouth Medical Center, 300 Second Avenue, Long Branch, NJ 07740Monmouth Medical Center (MMC) is one of New Jersey's largest community teaching hospitals, where physicians and employees work as a team dedicated to academic and clinical excellence and comprehensive, compassionate patient care. As part of RWJ Barnabas Health, Monmouth Medical Center is a leader in designing unparalleled new ways for delivering health care.For over 130 years, Monmouth Medical Center has been the leader in central New Jersey in providing the best in health care and the latest in medical technology to nearly 1 million residents that comprise its primary service area of Monmouth County, and portions of Ocean and Middlesex counties. Monmouth Medical Center is recognized as a Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, which is widely acknowledged and underscores the highest commitment to patient safety and quality. MMC is the only hospital in Monmouth and Ocean counties to receive an A Hospital Safety Score by The Leapfrog Group, the nation s leading experts on patient safety, for six consecutive rating periods. We continue to lead the system in HCAHPS scores, and are looked to as a model for best practice in patient satisfaction.Summary of Job Function:Provides evaluative and inpatient mental health services to the patients/family of the inpatient unit. Maintains close contacts with community providers serving the patients. Prepares and maintains records and reports regarding patient treatment and progress as required by regulatory standards and organizational policy. Participates as an integral part of the Milieu to provide a safe and secure treatment environment. Participates in the unit PI/QA programs and hospital quality improvement efforts. Is responsible for reporting identified safety issues such as hazardous environments (i.e. damaged floors/walls/ceiling tiles/unsecured areas) and medical errors, etc.Job Qualifications:BA/BS degree required. LSW or LCSW required. Must demonstrate theoretical knowledge of psychology for Child/Adolescent, Adult/Geriatric populations. One to twelve months prior experience in related field required, prior experience in psychiatric inpatient setting preferred.RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer