Social Work Coordinator - Opportunity Project - Part Time - Millburn, NJ

Job Title: Coordinator

Location: Millburn (MIL)

Department Name: Opportunity Project

Req #: 0000218595

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $35.00 - $45.00 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

Job Overview:

The Social Work Coordinator addresses needs that require the services of multiple professionals, agencies, healthcare facilities and human service programs. The goal is to ensure support coordination so that members with brain injuries receive the care and opportunities to which they are entitled. This position also is responsible for providing short term counseling in order to make certain of successful completion of the members goals. The Social Worker may also assist members in the work activities of the program, as well as, in the community. They will also facilitate weekly groups focused on adjustment and other relevant topics.

This position is with Opportunity Project. The Opportunity Project Clubhouse is a unique program created by and for adults with brain injuries who are seeking the next step in their journey towards recovery. We provide an environment of support, challenge and choices that creates independence and productivity in our members. Through the work environment in the Clubhouse, our members explore their strengths, abilities and interests so that they can establish and attain their individual goals. The ultimate goal is full integration back into family, work and community.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or related field
• AHA BLS Provider Certification
• Valid NJ drivers license and clean driving record

Preferred:

• Master's Degree
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities
• Bilingual in written and verbal communication

Certifications and Licenses Required:

• AHA BLS Provider Certification
• NJ Driver's License

Scheduling Requirements:

• Part Time
• 20 hours/week
• Weekend hours

Essential Functions:

• Manages relationships with and delivers presentations to referral and funding sources
• Works with the Program Manager to manage and maintence insurance authorizations as needed
• Conducts intakes and tours for new referrals as well as gathers all medical, insurance and ID documentation
• Participates in staff and case conferencing meetings
• Works with caretakers to ensure members health, socialization, recreational and emotional needs are met
• Coordinates and facilitates family meetings to discuss members progress, goals, challenges and incidents
• Facilitates weekly adjustment groups for members
• Writes progress notes as well as reports and letters to funding sources and relevant agencies
• Regularly updates emergency contacts, healthcare providers and medication information
• Reviews Member Manual, Photo or Video Approval and Release of Information Forms with members
• Manages orientation process for new members
• Assists members with securing funding, insurance authorizations, transportation, housing, SSI, SSDI, Medicaid, Medicare and commercial insurance
• Provides one to one short term counseling and referrals
• Generates monthly attendance reports for the billing department
• Updates and shares community resources in the Clubhouse as well as through email and social media
• Plans and coordinates workshops for families and caregivers on a variety of topics including maximizing entitlements, guardianship, housing, special needs trusts, Medicaid, Medicare and SSI, SSDI

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

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.