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Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Employer
Rowan University
Location
Stratford, New Jersey

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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

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Welcome to Rowan University’s Career Site

Rowan University is a Carnegie-classified Doctoral University (Moderate Research Activity) with approximately 19,000 students. Its main campus is located in Glassboro, N.J., 20 miles southeast of Philadelphia, with additional campuses in Camden and Stratford. The University comprises seven academic colleges and five schools—the William G. Rohrer College of Business; the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering; the Colleges of Communication and Creative Arts, Education, Humanities and Social Sciences, Performing Arts, and Science and Mathematics; the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University; the Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine; the Graduate School of Biomedical Sciences; the School of Health Professions; and the School of Earth and Environment—with an Honors College that spans across disciplines. Rowan is one of two public universities in the country to offer M.D. and D.O. medical degree programs. The institution is also home to the South Jersey Technology Park, which fosters the translation of applied research into commercial products and processes. Rowan has been recognized as one of the top 90 public research universities and the 7th fastest growing research institution in the nation.

Rowan University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, age, ancestry, nationality, marital or domestic partnership or civil union status, sex, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability status, liability for military service, protected veteran status, affectional or sexual orientation, atypical cellular or blood trait, genetic information (including the refusal to submit to genetic testing), or any other category protected by law. For the complete Rowan University non-discrimination and affirmative action policy see: https://sites.rowan.edu/equity/_docs/policies/eeo-statement.pdf.

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Job no: 493735
Work type: Regular full time
Location: Stratford, New Jersey
Categories: Clinical

SUMMARY

To assist patients and families who have multiple psychosocial and/or health-related needs to define social, emotional, and environmental needs and to enable them to recognize/utilize available resources to resolve needs by providing a full spectrum of social work service including initial evaluations, diagnostic assessment and counseling.

LCSW services is a strength-based approach to service that includes treatment adherence, counseling, coordination and follow-up of medical treatments, client advocacy, and assistance in obtaining house, financial support, legal services, social support, and any other needed service.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Works with the patient, family, and other members of the health care team to safely and expeditiously provide the patient services to support remaining in the appropriate setting. Gathers and assesses information regarding the patient's physical needs, mental status, family support system, financial resources, and available community and governmental resources.

Provides factual information based on current knowledge, which may assist the patient/family in coping with the disease state. Promotes and supports patient independence and self-sufficiency.

Provides education on how to communicate with physicians and other members of the healthcare team to better utilize medical system resources.

Provides information about resources and options available in the community and government sources.

Interprets patient/family needs and provides information concerning the availability and limitations of resources and provides information on access.

Assists patients and their families in completion of filling out and/or file all supportive documentation (i.e., insurance needs, Medicaid/Medicare, guardianship, durable medical equipment, in-home and community supports, etc.) for patients, as needed.

Educates the community and the general public regarding various symptoms and consequences related to specific diseases, conditions and use of the medical system. This information will also include specifics regarding methods of professional intervention.

Represents patient/family by intervening, negotiating and promoting their concerns. Problems requiring advocacy may include individual and class inequities or inadequate and non-existent hospital and/or community resources, i.e., insurance benefits, housing, etc.

Functions as consultant/advisor to physicians, administration, utilization review, public and private insurance programs when discharge planning or utilization "impasses" situations occur.

Keeps administration informed of changes in community, state, and federal policies that impact access to care.

Maintains pertinent and timely documentation in patient's medical records.

Accurately maintains required departmental statistical data.

Collects and maintains specific information required for Quality Assurance indicators and research projects.

Performs patient/family evaluations and histories. Conduct patient intakes, assessments of needs, and periodic reevaluations of such

Interviews and assesses referred and high-risk patients to determine the need and desire for social work service.

Screens high-risk patients and consults the healthcare team regarding potential transition planning problems identified as a result of this process.

Represents the programs, when requested, through participation on community/state boards, committees, panels, court hearings, etc.

Attends regularly scheduled staff meetings, i.e., program or departmental, multi-disciplinary meetings and patient rounds.

Takes part in presentation of seminars/workshops, in-services, and education regarding new resources and clinical techniques.

Teaches the basics of medical social work and available community resources to the healthcare team.

Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, and their families including knowledge of growth and development, the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs, and to provide the care needed.

Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices. Reports to supervisor, in a timely manner, any unsafe activities, conditions, hazards, or safety violations that may cause injury to oneself, other employees, patients and visitors.

Performs other related duties as required. May include nights, weekends and occasional travel.

SCOPE, PURPOSE, AND FREQUENCY OF CONTACTS:

Consistent daily contact with patients, families, medical and other professional staff from various offices, hospital departments, community agency representatives, governmental officials, and politicians.

DIRECTION/SUPERVISION OF OTHERS:

May supervise one or a maximum of two (2) graduate or undergraduate students at a given time.

Provides social work direction to members of assigned unit in the absence of supervisor and/or assistant director. Participates in the education of physicians, residents, medical students and other ancillary service providers as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Master’s Degree in Social Work from an accredited graduate school of Social Work. Two years’ experience working with patients with intellectual and physical disabilities. Training time on the job is six months to one year. Licensed by the State of New Jersey (L.C.S.W.)

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL, AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

Knowledge of Social Work Theory and understanding and acceptance of Social Work Code of Ethics.

Knowledge of Crises Intervention Theory.

Knowledge of Human Behavior and Developmental/Life Cycle Theory.

Knowledge of community resources, state and federal programs.

Knowledge of individual group and family therapy.

Experience with and dedication to pursuing cultural competency with diverse patient populations

Ability to function as a member of an interdisciplinary team.

Ability to learn and understand medical terminology.

Ability to organize and prioritize (sometimes very heavy) work assignments.

Ability to consistently present clear professional identity and purpose.

Ability to work with minimal supervision, if necessary.

Ability to maintain flexibility and emotional stability while working under intense emotional, time, and volume pressure.

SALARY:

WL 22S

Min. $50,130.16

Mid. $60,221.70

Max.$71,603.85

Advertised: Jun 10 2019 Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: Jun 24 2019 11:55 PM Eastern Daylight Time

Organization

Working at Rowan University 

Rowan University, located a half-hour outside of Philadelphia with its main campus in suburban Glassboro, N.J., is an institution on the move.

This summer, the University opened Cooper Medical School of Rowan University (CMSRU) in partnership with Cooper University Health Care, in Camden. The first new four-year, M.D.-granting medical school in New Jersey in more than 35 years, CMSRU welcomed its first class in August 2012.

Rowan continues to work with the Borough of Glassboro and private developers on Rowan Boulevard, a $300 million redevelopment project that links the University’s main campus to the historic downtown. This fall alone, the partners broke ground for a new academic building/parking garage and a Marriott Courtyard Hotel. Rowan Boulevard already includes a Barnes & Noble Collegiate Superstore, housing for approximately 1,300 students and retail space.

The University also recently created a School of Biomedical Sciences, which joins nine colleges. In addition to CMSRU they are: the Rohrer College of Business, Communication & Creative Arts, Education, Engineering, Graduate & Continuing Education, Humanities & Social Sciences, Performing Arts, and Science & Mathematics.

Earlier in 2012, New Jersey Gov. Chris Christie awarded Rowan state research institution status (not Carnegie classification) as part of the New Jersey Medical and Health Science Education Restructuring Act, making Rowan only the second comprehensive public research institution in the State. That Act also opened the door to Rowan partnering with Rutgers-Camden to create a College of Health Sciences in Camden near CMSRU. The vision for that College calls for schools of medicine, nursing, pharmacy, public health, food science and 16 allied health programs. The University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey’s School of Osteopathic Medicine in nearby Stratford, N.J., is to become part of Rowan in the near future. When that occurs, Rowan will be only the second school in the nation with M.D. and D.O. medical programs.

A selective, medium‑sized public university, Rowan is recognized for its nationally ranked academic and athletic programs, talented professors and high‑tech facilities. The University, which has a branch campus in Camden, N.J., and the South Jersey Technology Park at Rowan University in Mantua, N.J., prides itself on being able to provide its more than 12,000 students with an outstanding education at an exceptional value.

 The University offers 57 undergraduate majors, including four undergraduate degree-completion programs; three dual bachelor’s/master’s degrees; more than 40 master’s level programs (including specializations); approximately 25 graduate-level certificate programs; 12 post-baccalaureate programs or endorsements; and two doctoral/specialist programs, including the M.D. degree from its medical school. Students can pursue their degrees at the main campus, the Camden campus, online or at several community colleges, as well as at CMSRU.

Rowan has been recognized by national organizations that evaluate colleges and universities. U.S. News & World Report ranked Rowan 19th among Best Regional Universities—North, third among the public institutions in the category. The Princeton Review named Rowan among 222 institutions in its Best in the Northeast section of its website feature 2013 Best Colleges: Region by Region and included the Rohrer College of Business in its edition of the Best 296 Business Schools. The Princeton Review also listed Rowan, which in the past has been recognized by the U.S. EPA as a Top Green Power Purchaser in its athletic conference, in its Guide to 322 Green Colleges: 2012 Edition.

Employees:

Currently, Rowan University employs 1,090 faculty members: full-time tenure-track professors, full-time temporary professors, part-time professors and adjuncts. The University also employs 940 staff members.

Recognizing that employees, students and the community are valuable resources, Rowan’s Human Resources Department supports the University’s vision and mission; encourages the personal and professional enrichment of employees; provides services appropriate to employees’ needs; and promotes awareness, learning and collaboration.

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