Pediatric Social Worker

Pediatric Social Worker

Department of Pediatrics

The Pediatric Social Worker will:

• Round with interdisciplinary team members for the purpose of progression of care, consultation, collaboration and identification of patients requiring further evaluation, development or implementation of discharge plans or complex psychosocial issues

• Conduct discharge planning evaluation and coordination of care

• Document clearly, concisely and relevantly

• Work with the Care Transitions Nurse, patient, and/or formal/informal support system to develop and/or contribute to a care plan appropriate for the patient

• Provide Social Work intervention when appropriate

• Educate patients and family members

• Maintain effective collaborate communication with interdisciplinary team members

• Develop and maintain community relations

Requirements:

• MSW from accredited Graduate School of Social Work.

• NJ Social Work License: LCSW or LSW.

• NPI and Medical Non Billing Provider Number are required; the application should be submitted to the State within the first 30 days of employment.

• Previous hospital experience preferred.

• Experience in medical social work/perinatal pediatrics/behavioral health/case management preferred.

• Position includes some weekend and holiday coverage.

• EARC-PAS certified within 3 months of hire when applicable to assignment.

Grade 122