LMSW – ED Psych Services

LMSW - ED Psych Services

Division

Healthcare - Allied Health

Location

Neptune, New Jersey

Employment Type

Temporary


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WCS Healthcare is currently seeking a Licensed Master Social Worker for a contract assignment at a Prestigious Hospital in Monmouth County, NJ! This position will work within the Emergency Department to assist with Psych needs.

Compensation : $50 - $55
Job ID : 24285

Job Function:

  • Provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses.
  • Conducting psychosocial assessments to identify mental or emotional distress
  • Counseling those in crisis or experiencing distress
  • Connecting patients and their families with necessary resources
  • Advising on patient discharging & referrals for further treatment if applicable

Job Requirements:

  • Currently licensed as a LMSW in state of employment
  • Have at least one (1) year of LMSW experience
  • Ability to perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans
  • Knowledge of crisis intervention theory and its application in a variety of medical settings.
  • Knowledge of psychopathology and differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.
  • Experience within the Emergency Department caring for Psych ED patients is crucial
  • Case Management experience is crucial
  • Knowledge of psychopathology and differential diagnosis and treatment techniques.
  • Time Management is crucial for this role
  • Basic computer literacy and great communication skills are also required

 

Disclosure: The hourly rates and/or salaries listed may or may not reflect total compensation packages including bonus and fringe benefits, etc., nor are the advertisement(s) posted a guarantee of a certain compensation package for a position or bona fide offer of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

 

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