Licensed Social Worker MSW Behavioral Health Lead - FT - Day - Behavioral Specialists Bordentown NJ

Capital Health is the region's leader in providing progressive, quality patient care with significant investments in our exceptional physicians, nurses and staff, as well as advanced technology. Capital Health is a dynamic health care resource accredited by the DNV that includes two hospitals, an outpatient center, satellite ED, and an expansive network of primary and specialty care. Capital Health Medical Group is made up of more than 600 physicians and other providers who offer primary and specialty care, as well as hospital-based services, to patients throughout the region.

Capital Health recognizes that attracting the best talent is key to our strategy and success as an organization. As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure we can attract the best candidates.

The listed pay range or pay rate reflects compensation for a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) position. Actual compensation may differ depending on assigned hours and position status (e.g., part-time).

Position Overview

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and mental status examinations to formulate DSM-5-TR diagnoses and treatment plans
• Provide evidence-based counseling and psychotherapy to individuals, groups and families, using advanced expertise in medical/mental health diagnoses, chronic illnesses and medications to meet the needs of a diverse patient population
• Identify patient strengths, coping skills and needs in collaboration with families and interdisciplinary teams
• Deliver immediate crisis intervention services and represent patient rights and needs to providers and the community
• Maintain accurate medical records, progress notes and treatment plans in accordance with clinic protocols and regulatory agency requirements
• Monitor patient outcomes and registries to develop workflows and performance initiatives based on quality metrics and best practices
• Continually review and implement regulatory requirements to ensure all social work services and documentation meet mandatory standards
• Lead planning meetings, case conferences and care team huddles and provide expert consultation on how psychosocial factors impact patient health and treatment compliance
• Serve as a primary liaison between outside agencies, hospital departments and the medical team
• Maximize staff scheduling and assist with the recruitment, hiring and onboarding of new clinical social work personnel
• Meet regularly with LSW and CSW staff to identify and resolve operational issues, providing recommendations to the leadership team
• Coordinate staff training and performance improvement initiatives to increase clinical awareness of biological, psychological and social issues
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Master of Social Work (MSW) required.
• Five years of independent clinical social work experience in a mental health or hospital-based setting performing medical crisis counseling and discharge planning. At least two years must also include developing, implementing and coordinating clinical programs and patient support services.
• AHA BLS - Healthcare Provider
• Licensed Clinical Social Worker required

• Frequent physical demands include: Standing , Walking , Carry objects , Keyboard use/repetitive motion
• Occasional physical demands include: Sitting , Climbing (e.g., stairs or ladders) , Push/Pull , Twisting , Bending , Reaching forward , Reaching overhead , Squat/kneel/crawl , Wrist position deviation , Pinching/fine motor activities
• Continuous physical demands include: Talk or Hear
• Lifting Floor to Waist 15 lbs. Lifting Waist Level and Above 10 lbs.
• Sensory Requirements include: Accurate Near Vision, Accurate Far Vision, Color Discrimination, Minimal Depth Perception, Accurate Hearing
• Anticipated Occupational Exposure Risks Include the following: Bloodborne Pathogens , Airborne Communicable Disease

This position is eligible for the following benefits:

• Medical Plan

• Prescription drug coverage & In-House Employee Pharmacy

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

- Healthcare FSA

- Dependent Care FSA

• Retirement Savings and Investment Plan

• Basic Group Term Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

• Supplemental Group Term Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance

• Disability Benefits – Long Term Disability (LTD)

• Disability Benefits – Short Term Disability (STD)

• Employee Assistance Program

• Commuter Transit

• Commuter Parking

• Supplemental Life Insurance

- Voluntary Life Spouse

- Voluntary Life Employee

- Voluntary Life Child

• Voluntary Legal Services

• Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• Voluntary Identity Theft Insurance

• Voluntary Pet Insurance

• Paid Time-Off Program

The pay range listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered including, but not limited to location, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget, market data, and internal equity. Bonus and/or incentive eligibility are determined by role and level. 

The salary applies specifically to the position being advertised and does not include potential bonuses, incentive compensation, differential pay or other forms of compensation, compensation allowance, or benefits health or welfare. Actual total compensation may vary based on factors such as experience, skills, qualifications, and other relevant criteria.