Top 5745 Social services Jobs in Newark, Nj

Social Services Director
Confidential —Far Rockaway, NY
- $90,000 - $95,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master of Social Work
- Psychiatry
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Clinician - Abuse Intervention Program
Confidential —Newark, NJ
- $40 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Hybrid work
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- LPC
- Mid-level
- Flexible schedule
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Special Agent: Psychology/Counseling Expertise
Federal Bureau of Investigation —Newark, NJ
- $103,236 - $133,200 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
Special Agent: Psychology/Counseling Expertise
Federal Bureau of Investigation —New York, NY
- $103,236 - $133,200 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
Social Worker
Bridgeway Senior Healthcare —Somerset County, NJ
- From $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Skilled nursing facility
- Nursing home
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Patient Navigator
Rutgers University —Newark, NJ
- $61,512 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Addiction Medicine
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
4d
Intake Specialist
Programs For Parents Inc —Newark, NJ
- $25.83 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- Basic math
- 403(b) matching
- Commuter assistance
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14d
Social Worker - Office of Student Support Services SY2026-27 (NBOE)
Newark Board of Education —Newark, NJ
- $72,250 - $112,250 a year
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- Office
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
School Social Worker (Non-CST)
The School District of South Orange & Maplewood —Maplewood, NJ
- $70,000 - $118,450 a year
- Full-time
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- Mid-level
- Social Work
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Social Services Director
Confidential —Cranford, NJ
- $75,000 - $90,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master of Social Work
- Management
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Housing Specialist
Nan McKay & Associates —Newark, NJ
- $18 - $22 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Writing skills
- English
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Program Coordinator
Project Live, Inc. —West Orange, NJ
- $68,000 - $70,000 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Management
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Behavior Technician (for adults)
ANCHOR BEHAVIORAL SOLUTIONS LLC —Newark, NJ
- $26 - $30 an hour
- Full-time
- Writing skills
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Commuter assistance
- Dental insurance
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Referral Development Specialist - Hudson County
Confidential —Bayonne, NJ
- $48,000 - $120,000 a year
- Temporary
- Hybrid work
- Background check
- Entry level
- Paid time off
- Flexible schedule
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SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER
Elizabeth Public Schools —Elizabeth, NJ
- $75,000 - $122,168 a year
- Full-time
- Public school
- Entry level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Habilitation Counselor - Multiple Vacancies
Rutgers University —Newark, NJ
- $54,196 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Office
- Driver's License
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
Part Time Recovery Peer Support (Case Manager)
GUARDIAN RECOVERY NETWORK HOLDINGS LLC —Montclair, NJ
- $40 - $50 an hour
- Part-time
- Background check
- Addiction Medicine
- Pass drug screening
- Opportunities for advancement
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Mental Health Specialist
CFG HEALTH SYSTEM LLC —Kearny, NJ
- $37 - $40 an hour
- Part-time
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Ability to lift 50 pounds
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Case Manager - Field Based in Hudson and Surrounding Counties - NJ
UnitedHealthcare —Jersey City, NJ
- $28.94 - $51.63 an hour
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Pass drug screening
10d
Public Housing Outreach and Advocacy Coordinator
OFFICE OF THE MAYOR —Manhattan, NY
- $100,000 - $105,000 a year
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Mid-level
- Office
- Loan forgiveness

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Social Services Director

Confidential
Far Rockaway, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$90,000 - $95,000 a year

Benefits

Health insurance
Dental insurance
401(k)
Parental leave

Qualifications

Master's degree in social work
Master of Social Work
Bachelor's degree in social work
Employee relationship building
English
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

Job Overview
The primary purpose of your position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the facility's Social Services Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines, and regulations; our established policies and procedures; and as may be directed by the Administrator to assure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis. Every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of this position. However, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or is an essential function of the position.

Duties

Administrative Functions

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the social services programs of the facility.
Develops, administers, and coordinates department policies and procedures.
Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards, and make recommendations on changes in policies and procedures to the administrator.
Review department policies and procedures, at least annually, and participate in making recommended changes.
Participate in discharge planning, development, and implementation of social care plans and resident assessments.
Interview residents and families in a private setting, as necessary.
Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting such to the administrator, as required.
Involve the resident and family in planning social service programs, when possible, in a private setting.
Refer residents and families to appropriate social service agencies when the facility does not provide the services or needs of the resident in a private setting.
Provide information to residents and families as to Medicare and Medicaid and other financial assistance programs available to the resident.
Oversees and assists in the review and updating of the Social Services Department’s job descriptions annually.
Maintain a quality working relationship with the medical profession and other health-related facilities and organizations.
Coordinate social service activities with other departments, as necessary.
Review and develop a plan of correction for social service deficiencies noted during survey inspections and provide a written copy of such to the Administrator.
Review departmental complaints and grievances from personnel and make written reports to the administrator of action(s) taken. Follow the facility's established procedures.
Develop, implement, and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the Social Services Department.
Participate in facility surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies, as necessary or as may be directed.
Interview residents or family members, as necessary, in a private setting to obtain social history.
Assure that social service progress notes are informative and descriptive of the services provided and of the resident’s response to the service.
Develop and maintain a community and social services referral file of agencies and organizations that provide assistance to residents.
Involve the resident and family in planning objectives and goals for the resident.
Meet with administration, medical and nursing staff, and other related departments in planning social service programs and activities.
Educate residents and family about the implementation of advanced directives.
Upon admission, review required policies and procedures.
Assist residents and families in making prearranged funeral arrangements or obtain prior arrangements.
Upon admission, the social work department will ensure appropriate screen and PASSR documents are placed in the resident's medical record.
Make referrals to hospice as needed.
Mail discharge notices to family/legal guardians. A copy of the discharge log is forwarded to the ombudsmen monthly.
Liaison to facility psychologist and psychiatrist as needed.
Ensure that all social services personnel are knowledgeable of residents' rights.
Attends and is prepared for daily morning reports to review the 24-hour report and any other resident issues.
Employee understands that in the event of an emergency, employee will be reassigned as needed, including unrelated job duties.

Skills

Working knowledge of state and federal regulations.
Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language.
Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such actions.
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, and family members.
Must possess the willingness to work harmoniously with professional and non-professional personnel.
Must possess patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, as well as the willingness to handle difficult residents, if necessary.
Demonstrates commitment to continuing professional development.
Ability to recognize and later describe persons associated with nursing homes' safety and security.

Education

Must possess, as a minimum, a bachelor's degree in social work.
A licensed master's in social work is preferred
A master's in Social Work is preferred

Pay: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Parental leave

Work Location: In person

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