Social Worker- Pediatric Practice

Social Worker- Pediatric PracticeReq #:44275Category:Social WorkStatus:Full-TimeShift:DayFacility:Childrens Specialized HospDepartment:Pediatric Practice - UnionLocation:Children's Specialized Hospital (CSH), 2840 Morris Avenue, Union, NJ 07083Children s Specialized Hospital is the nation s leading provider of inpatient and outpatient care for children from birth to 21 years of age facing special health challenges from chronic illnesses and complex physical disabilities like brain and spinal cord injuries, to developmental and behavioral issues like autism and mental health.Children's Specialized Hospital is now in its third century of caring for those in need. Our Boards of Trustees, physicians, therapists, nurses, staff, volunteers, and donors remain dedicated to the very ideals of the Hospital's founders and committed to providing the best care possible so that every child who seeks our help reaches their fullest potential.At 16 different New Jersey locations, our pediatric specialists partner with families to make our many innovative therapies and medical treatments more personalized and effectiveso children can achieve more of their goals.Job SummaryResponsible for providing support and services to patients and their families. Assist families in finding the proper resources to supplement medical care and quality of life. Monitor family and patient s understanding and compliance with treatment goals. Interact with social services and community agencies. Support family through provision of resources and support networks as appropriate.Essential Job Functions

Effectively engages individuals|families in helping relationships using acquired professional skills.,

Engages in advocacy for patient, and foster family's abilities to assume independent skills in seeking and obtaining supports and services for child.

Refer patient and families to community resources to provide access to services such as financial assistance, legal aid, housing, job placement or education.

Effectively communicates financial and social needs|barriers|issues to the multidisciplinary team, physicians and external agencies.

Identifies families at high risk for child neglect or abuse and makes appropriate referrals.

Be a resource for families to ease them through transitions and hardships.

Completes proper documentation in a timely manner. Provides necessary documentation to external agencies as needed.

Acts to enhance understanding of CSH services and mission through development of relationships with community and government agencies, service providers and referral sources.

Participates in projects for the department that are consistent with department and hospital goals and missions.

Formal Education and Job-Related Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Social Work. Master's Degree preferred.

Minimum of three years' experience in appropriate clinical setting.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Excellent Interpersonal skills.

Good planning and organizational skills.

Certification

Meets the accrediting and|or licensing standards of the profession.

AHA BLS Provider Certification required.

Job Specific ContactsOngoing interactions with patients and families, governmental and private support services and network. Continual contact with clinical staff.Working Environment - Additional CommentsA high degree of customer sensitivity is required. Excellent cognitive analytical and problem-solving skills essential. Must be able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.Job Provides Direction Ton|aRWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer