Specialist (LSW/LCSW), Gambling DisordersReq #:0000163498

Category:Social Work

Status:Full-Time

Shift:Day

Facility:Trinitas Regional Medical Center

Department:Gambling Disorder Grant

Location:

New Point Campus, 655 E. Jersey Street, Elizabeth, NJ 07206

Job Overview:

As a Licensed Social Worker, the Specialist will carry a caseload of any individuals identified at intake to have a gambling disorder and/or general substance abuse, clinically conduct individual sessions to directly focus on addressing gambling disorder diagnosis and/or general substance abuse treatment, and facilitate group sessions.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Master s degree in Social Work or Counseling

• Experience with NJSAMS

• One year of experience working in the addictions field

• All new hires who are in recovery must attest to having one year of sobriety and abstinence and are required to sign an Affidavit of Recovery

• Must comply with TRMC paid state-level criminal history record background check supported by fingerprint check prior to hire

Preferred:

• LCADC

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• LSW or LCSW

• Certificate in gambling or willing to obtain

Scheduling Requirements:

• Shift working, 8-4pm

• Monday-Friday

• FT

Essential Functions:

• Conducts substance abuse and mental health intakes for DSRIP patients who agree to treatment

• Runs group therapy sessions

• Provides individual treatment for patients and families

• Completes clinical notes, treatment plans and discharge summaries according to established policies and procedures

• Facilitates linkages/case-management for patients on clinician s caseload

• Communicates with referral agencies, at a minimum, every month using a schedule of monthly call list

• Completes weekly DSRIP data report on patient outcomes

• Completes satisfaction surveys with patients receiving treatment at TRMC

• Conducts field outreach with TRMC van to patient s homes, local shelters and/or bus/train stations when necessary

• Facilitate groups specific to gambling

• Carries a caseload of any individuals identified at Intake to have a gambling disorder

• Clinically conducts individual sessions to directly focus on addressing gambling disorder diagnosis

• Completes intakes as scheduled

• Attends weekly clinical team and monthly unit meetings

• Provides coverage when necessary for program director

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance

• Dental and Vision Insurance

• Retirement Plans

• Short & Long Term Disability

• Life & Accidental Death Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

• Wellness Programs

• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)

• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer