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Job Description At The Senior Company, we are committed to providing exceptional care and support to seniors and their families. We value compassion, integrity, and teamwork, and we are looking for individuals who share our passion for serving the aging population. We are seeking an experienced Social Worker/Geriatric Care Manager to join our team. You will play a crucial role in coordinating comprehensive care for our clients. This position requires a proactive and empathetic professional who can navigate the complexities of geriatric care, advocate for clients, and foster meaningful connections with families and healthcare providers. This position is a field position and requires regular travel to client homes and communities. Key Responsibilities: • Conduct thorough assessments to evaluate clients' physical, emotional, and social needs., • Collaborate with clients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to create and implement individualized care plans that prioritize client goals and preferences., • Manage all aspects of client care, including scheduling appointments, coordinating services, and following up on progress., • Help clients and families access community resources, including financial assistance, transportation services, and home care options., • Act as an advocate for clients in medical settings, ensuring clear communication between clients and healthcare providers., • Provide education to clients and families about aging-related issues, care options, and available resources., • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client interactions, care plans, and progress notes in accordance with agency policies and regulations., • Experienced social worker with a background in senior care. Experience in skilled nursing facilities (SNF) or assisted living/independent living facilities (ALF/ILF) is a plus., • Active NJ LSW or LCSW license, • Certification as a Geriatric Care Manager (CCM, CMC, or equivalent) is highly desirable., • Valid driver’s license and reliable vehicle, • Health and Wellness Insurance plans such as medical, dental, vision and more, • 401k Retirement Savings Plan, • Flexible PTO, • Paid Major Holidays, • Travel and Entertainment Member Deals Powered by JazzHR NouLFa4LNR

Job Description Mental Health Leadership Role: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) – NJ A position where your clinical knowledge meets real-world impact. We're helping a respected organization hire an LCSW who’s ready to lead from the front lines of mental wellness. Hours: Monday to Friday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM Compensation: $100,000 – $110,000/year, benefits included Key Functions: • Deliver high-level psychosocial evaluations., • Guide clients using evidence-based interventions., • Collaborate closely with support teams to streamline care., • Master’s in Social Work (MSW)., • Active LCSW license in New Jersey., • Clinical judgment and treatment planning expertise., • Medical, dental, and vision insurance., • Employer-supported 401(k)., • PTO and holidays.

Job Description Overview Are you a Social Worker looking for a new opportunity? Adoration Home Health is seeking a passionate, dedicated Home Health Social Worker to join our team in Clifton, NJ. Our Home Health Social Workers provide expert, patient-centered care. If you’re ready to work in a supportive, fulfilling environment where your skills and empathy truly shine, apply today! Office Location: Clifton, NJ. Coverage area: Clifton, NJ. Schedule: Full-time How YOU will benefit: • Provide 1:1 visits to make a lasting impact on patients and families, • Greater work/life balance with flexible scheduling options, • Less time on your feet compared to other settings, • Ability to work independently while also having team support, • Medical, Dental, Vision insurance, • Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts (up to $5,000 for childcare), • Tuition discounts & reimbursement, • 401(k) with company match, • Mileage Reimbursement, • Generous PTO, • Access to wellness and discount programs such as Noom, SkinIO (Virtual Skin Cancer Screening), childcare, gym memberships, pet insurance, travel and entertainment discounts and more! *Benefits may vary by employment status Responsibilities As a Home Health Social Worker, You will: • Guide and counsel individuals and families in crisis, ranging from the unemployed to children who need foster homes to elderly people who have no one to care for them, • Assist clients in obtaining government funds, education, or treatment, • Secure information, such as medical, psychological, and social factors contributing to the client's situation, and evaluate these and the client's capacities. Ask clients to explain problems, such as personal and family adjustments, finances, employment, food, clothing, housing, and physical and mental impairments, to determine the nature and degree of the problem, • Help patients and families through individual or group conferences regarding plans for meeting needs and aids clients in mobilizing inner capacities and environmental resources to improve social functioning, • Help the client to modify attitudes and patterns of behavior by increasing understanding of self, personal problems, and the client's part in creating them, • Develop a service plan designed to restore the patient to optimum social and health adjustment within the patient's capacity Qualifications • Master’s Degree in Social Work, • Five plus years of clinical social work experience, • Valid and current Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Medical Social Worker license, • Ability to make psycho-social assessments and develop and implement viable care plans

Job Description JOB SUMMARY Under the primary supervision of the Clinical Supervisor, and/or Clinical Director of Integrated Services, the Primary Counselor functions as part of the treatment team and provides comprehensive treatment services including substance use disorder counseling services, client assessment, screenings, case management, care coordination, individual counseling services, group counseling, psychoeducation classes, treatment planning, continuum of care referrals, and crisis intervention, etc., to clients struggling with substance use disorder. The Primary Counselor also participates in peer review, quality assurance activities, and other relevant duties as assigned. The Primary Counselor performs all procedures accurately, completely, and efficiently for clients, following applicable program policies and procedures. JOB DUTIES 1. Embodies Eva’s Village’s core values, voice, and tone to provide an exceptional and effective experience for our clients, funders, employees, and volunteers, 2. Knowing and enforcing agency policy and procedures., 3. Familiarity with client rights, 4. Facilitates psycho-educational and/or process therapy group sessions throughout the Integrated Services Department(s) as outlined in the Eva’s Village Hazelden electronic evidence-based curriculum (as per identified NJ State licensure or certification)., 5. Completes Clinical Assessments, consultations, and psychotherapeutic counseling services under the supervision of a State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (N.J.A.C. 13:44G-8.1(2), Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor or other clinical supervisors deemed as appropriate by the Committee under N.J.A.C. 13:34C-6.2 and 6.4 or the supervision of a qualified supervisor as defined in N.J.A.C. 13:34-10.2), 6. Completes detailed bio-psychosocial assessments and/or evaluation of the client’s history of psychological and/or psychiatric treatment (i.e., which shall include, but not limited to, previous admissions to psychiatric facilities, history of suicidal/homicidal ideation and attempts, outpatient psychiatric treatment, psychotropic medications, etc.) N.J.A.C.- 10:161b-9.1 (b)4., N.J.A.C 8:111), 7. Complete within three visits of admission a comprehensive biopsychosocial assessment of all clients using an assessment instrument which assesses, but not limited to (i.e. medical status, vocational/employment support, alcohol, tobacco and other drugs, legal status, family status, psychiatric status, and behavior risk factors for HIV and hepatitis. (N.J.A.C.- 10:161B-9.1 (a)). 8. If applicable, engages in full compliance with the Scope of Practice of an LSW, LAC, and LCADC but not limited to: Social Work Services, Clinical Social Work Services, Professional Counselor/ Associate Counselor, and Alcohol and Drug Counselor under the supervision of an LCSW, LPC or LCADC (N.J.A.C. 13:44G-3.2, N.J.A.C. 13:34-10.1 and N.J.AC. 13:34C 1.2-1.2)., 9. If applicable, will complete DSM-5- TR diagnoses., 10. Initiate and complete the development of a measurable client treatment plan upon the client’s admission and enter the client’s treatment plan into the client record within 72 hours following the client’s admission (N.J.A.C 8:111-9.2(a)1)., 11. Revision and/or updates of client treatment plan(s) as assessments are completed, and/or new client information is obtained or on an as-needed basis (N.J.A.C. 8:11119.2(a)1i, 12. Identify and document goals for discharge, which shall be incorporated in the client's treatment plan upon admission to the facility and shall address problems identified at admission and during treatment (N.J.A.C 8:111-18.1(a)1, 10:61B-17.1(a)1)., 13. Initiate the development of the client’s treatment plan upon admission and shall be entered into the client’s record at least after three visits following the admission not to exceed 30 days (N.J.A.C.- 10:161B-9.2(a)1)., 14. Initiate, implement, review and revise client’s treatment plan to include DSM-5TR diagnosis, ASAM Level of Care Assessment, measurable goals, objectives and treatment outcomes (N.J.A.C.-10:161B-6.2 (a)11)., 15. Shall document evidence of client participation in the development and implementation of the treatment plan, including, but not limited to, dated signatures of client as well as signatures of participating multidisciplinary team members (N.J.A.C.-10:161B-9.2(a)2vii)., 16. Facilitates psycho-educational and/or process therapy group sessions on substance use and recovery-related topics in the Data, Assessment, Plan (DAP) documentation note taking format., 17. Provide detailed daily progress notes for all individual, group, and/or family counseling services in clients' electronic health record (EHR) at the close of the business day., 18. Provide case management duties (i.e., make referrals and coordinate scheduling of clients for evaluations and follow-up appointments with Eva’s Village’s psychiatrists and/or APN or other community psychiatrists/behavioral health providers)., 19. Performs Level of Care (LOCI) extension requests utilizing the New Jersey Substance Monitoring System (NJSAMS) and American Society of Addiction Medicine Criteria (ASAM) 4th Edition., 20. Participates in a case conference with multidisciplinary treatment team to determine the best course of treatment for clients and to address all the client’s needs. Shall review the treatment plan and client's progress at least every 30 days, with such review and revisions, if any documented in the client’s electronic health record (N.J.A.C. 8:111-9.2d, 21. Incorporates results of random drug and alcohol screening into client interventions and treatment planning process upon review with the client (N.J.A.C. 8:111-9.2(e), 10:161B-9.2(e))., 22. Shall document in the client's clinical record, the client and the client’s family (if indicated and considered appropriate), participation in the development of the client treatment plan and continuum of care plan (N.J.A.C 8:111-9.2 (c) 1., 23. Maintains effective intra-office and inter-office communication within departments., 24. Participate in clinical staff meetings within the agency., 25. Maintains client Electronic Health Record (EHR) and assures up-to-date client documentation for mental health services provided. 26. Perform crisis intervention as clinically necessary., 27. Collaborates with Parole, Probation, Recovery Court, Eva’s Village Recovery Court Liaison, etc., as clinically necessary., 28. Performs other relevant duties as assigned by Supervisor and/or Director of Integrated Services. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Bachelor’s degree in counseling or related counseling field required. Master’s degree in counseling or a related counseling field preferred. Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselors (CADC), required. Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselors (LCADC), or other licensed mental health professionals (LAC/LSW/LMT, LPC/LCSW/LFMT), preferred. EXPERIENCE: Minimum one to three years’ experience in the Behavioral Health field with experience in assessment, crisis intervention, and facilitation of individual and group counseling sessions Some knowledge of the bio-psychosocial model, DSM-5-TR mental health disorders and diagnosis, Some knowledge of resources for substance use disorder treatment and recovery support services available within the Paterson NJ and Passaic County area and/or State of New Jersey. Some knowledge of New Jersey Substance Abuse Monitoring System (NJSAMS). Some knowledge of American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria Understanding and experience of substance use disorder treatment Some understanding of the confidentiality rules and regulations related to substance use disorder and/or mental health treatment. Ability to speak, read, and write English The actual compensation will be determined based on experience, education and qualifications.

Job Description JOB SUMMARY Under the clinical supervision of a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) who has completed a board-approved supervision course and has a minimum of three years of experience, or a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with an Approved Clinical Supervisor (ACS) credential, the Telehealth Clinician serves as a key member of the treatment team. This role is responsible for providing mental health counseling, screenings and assessments, psychotherapy, and care coordination in collaboration with Eva’s Village’s Psychiatrist and/or Advanced Practice Nurse (APN). The Telehealth Clinician will work closely with Eva’s Village Integrated Service Team, including Clinical, Medical, and Residential staff as well as other relevant personnel to ensure comprehensive care coordination and appropriate service linkages for clients. JOB DUTIES • Completes comprehensive screenings and assessments of clients if indicated and ensures treatment of clients with co-occurring disorders is provided by appropriately trained and qualified clinical staff (N.J.A.C.-10:161B-1.8(d)5., N.J.A.C.-13:34-10 2, and N.J.A.C.-13:34-10.3), • Completes Clinical Assessments, consultations, and psychotherapeutic counseling services under the supervision of a State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (N.J.A.C. 13:44G-8.1(2) or other clinical supervisors deemed as appropriate by the Committee under N.J.A.C. 13:34C-6.2 and 6.4 or the supervision of a qualified supervisor as defined in N.J.A.C. 13:34-10.2), • Completes the professional application of Social Work methods, Professional Counselor values in the assessment and psychotherapy counseling of individuals, families, or psychotherapy groups (N.J.A.C. 13:44G-1.1, N.J.A.C. 13:34-11.2, N.J.A.C. 13:34C-2.1)., • Engages in full compliance with the Scope of Practice of an LSW and LAC, but not limited to: Social Work Services, Clinical Social Work Services, and Professional Counselor/ Associate Counselor under the supervision of an LCSW or LPC (N.J.A.C. 13:44G-3.2, N.J.A.C. 13:34-10.1, and N.J.A.C. 13:34C 1.2-1.2)., • Completes detailed assessments and/or evaluation of the client’s history of psychological and/or psychiatric treatment (i.e., which shall include, but not be limited to, previous admissions to psychiatric facilities, history of suicidal/homicidal ideation and attempts, outpatient psychiatric treatment, psychotropic medications, etc.) (N.J.A. 10:37E-2.3), • Completes DSM-5-TR diagnoses, Individualized Service Plans (ISP), level of care recommendations, and service pre-authorizations as indicated., • Complete the client service plan by the fifth session or within 60 days of the first face-to-face visit, whichever occurs first, except when documented that clinical circumstances dictate that a different time frame is in the client's best interests (N.J.A.C.-10:37E-2.4), • Provide service plan review at significant decision points in each client's course of treatment and the review shall be documented in either the progress notes or treatment plan revision. Significant decision points shall include, but need not be limited to, the transfer or discharge of a client, changes in medication, and any significant change in the client's condition or situation, including, at a minimum, adverse reactions to medications (N.J.A.C.-10:37E-2.4), • Review the service plan with the client at least every three months for the first year of treatment and at least every six months thereafter. (N.J.A.C.-10:37E-2.4), • Provides Co-Occurring individual counseling to clients., • Provide detailed daily progress notes for all individual, group, and/or family counseling services in the client's electronic health record (EHR) at the close of business day., • Provide case management duties (i.e.-make referrals and coordinate scheduling of clients for evaluations and follow-up appointments with Eva’s Village’s psychiatrists and/or APN or other community psychiatrists/behavioral health providers)., • Participate in clinical staff meetings within the agency (when applicable)., • Maintains effective intra- and intercommunication within departments., • Participate in the case conference with multi-disciplinary treatment team (MDT) members as clinically needed, to determine the best course of treatment for clients and to address all the client’s needs as per the treatment plan., • Maintains client Electronic Health Record (EHR) and assures up-to-date client documentation for mental health services provided., • Maintains professional licensing requirements per the state of New Jersey., • Any other projects/activities as deemed necessary by the Coordinator of Mental Health Services and/or Sr. Director of Integrated Services. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION: Required: Master’s degree in mental health counseling or related field (MSW, MA, or MS) with one of the following mental health licenses (LAC or LSW, LCSW, or LPC) and/or substance use disorder licensure (LCADC). EXPERIENCE: Minimum one -three years’ experience in the Behavioral Health field with at least two years’ experience in assessment, crisis intervention, and facilitation of individual and group sessions Knowledge of the bio-psychosocial model, DSM-5-TR Mental Health Disorders and Diagnosis Knowledge of resources for Mental Health Treatment and recovery support services available within the Paterson, NJ, and Passaic County area Knowledge of the American Society of Addiction Medicine (ASAM) criteria Understanding and experience of substance use disorder treatment Understanding confidentiality rules and regulations related to Mental Health Disorders Ability to speak, read, and write English

Job Description Welcome to Distinctive Living, we're seeking a Resident Experience Assistant Full Time for Mira Vie at Montville located at 165 Changebridge Road in Montville. Mira Vie is an Assisted Living/Memory Care Facility. Sunday - Thursday, 9am - 5pm Here at Distinctive Living, we want our people to realize their full potential. We're passionate about personal and professional growth and will do everything we can to help you flourish. We deeply care about our team-members and partners and strive to provide a culture where people feel valued and inspired. The Resident Experience Assistant is responsible for assisting and running resident activities of a given managed community. This includes coordinating internal and external resident activities following the monthly activity calendar, assisting with outside entertainment, assessing resident preferences, and guiding programs to meet their needs and communicating with the management company on all appropriate matters. Benefits when choosing a career with Distinctive: • Medical, Dental and Vision benefits, • Paid Time Off, • 401k Retirement Plan & Life Insurance, • Assess resident interest and activity needs at time of move-in and ongoing by completing the Resident Interest Worksheet and meeting with all new residents within 7 days of move-in to determine what level of activities residents request to be a part of. Orients all residents to activity program and how to access activities., • Coordinates and carries out resident activities on a daily basis within budget limitations. Develops a calendar of events before the beginning of the month to stimulate residents in the areas of intellectual, physical, spiritual, and social needs. Promotes all activities within the building in order to improve resident participation. Follows schedule as written with minimal change and cancellation. Arranges entertainment within budgetary allotments to come into the building for residents' enjoyment. Complies with spending budget on activity supplies and entertainment., • On a quarterly basis, holds an event that may be used for marketing efforts. These resident events will also serve as marketing events as they involve the entertainment of our residents. Works with the Community Relations Director and other management staff to organize these events which include planning, advertising, set-up and clean-up., • Provides and staffs transportation for resident activities and other needs. Resident outings will be scheduled on the monthly calendar and will include site-seeing trips, destination locations, and medical trips. Coordinates any activity outings and any medical visit transportation with the assisted living community., • Ensures they and any employees reporting to them work in a safe manner and that unsafe actions are managed. Compliant with Safety Committee Standard. Should workplace injuries occur, the Department Heads and Directors are to assist the Executive Director when required with the investigation, return to work, and management of the injured worker communications with care provider and the management company., • Fosters teamwork with co-workers, shows initiative in overcoming obstacles, takes actions which assist others beyond job responsibilities, and has a positive impact on co-workers, residents, and visitors., • High School Diploma or equivalent required., • Associate or Bachelor's Degree strongly preferred in Social Service, Business, or a field related to the position., • Experience in assisted living is ideal., • Apply today to learn why Distinctive Living is a certified Great Place to Work! Job Posted by ApplicantPro

Job Description Daughters of Israel is a non-profit skilled nursing facility. We are currently seeking a Director of Social Services to oversee and ensure that the medically related emotional and social needs of the residents are met on an individual basis. Responsibilities: • Oversee all aspectes related to the social services department to ensure all the emotional and social needs to the residents/patients are met., • Work with the IDT team to develop and implement policies and procedures for the identification of medically related social and emotional needs of the patient/resident., • Participate in planning, development and implementation of care plans, resident assessments, and discharge planning., • Interview patient/resident/families as necessary and in a private setting. Involve the patient/resident/family in planning objectives and goals for the patient/resident. Develop preliminary and comprehensive assessments of social service needs of each patient/resident., • Assist and develop a written plan of care for each resident that identifies social problems/needs of the patient/resident and the goals to be accomplished for each problem/need area., • Refer resident/patient/family to appropriate social service programs, as needed., • Review Advance Directives with patients/residents, provide information on Advance directives and care plan accordingly., • Participate in regularly scheduled Utilization Reviews of residents/patients and review discharge plans and barriers to discharge., • Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary reports, approval of payroll and scheduling, etc., • Provide case management and information to the resident/patient/families as to Medicare/Medicaid and other financial assistance programs available to the resident/patient and refer to business office when appropriate., • Maintain a quality working relationship with the medical professionals and other health related facilities and organizations that work with DOI during the admission and discharge process. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred. LMSW and MSW will be considered depending on years of management/director experience. Direct management experience in long term / short term rehabilitation environment required Benefits: • 401(k), • Dental insurance, • Flexible spending account, • Health insurance, • Life insurance, • Paid time off, • Retirement plan, • Licensed Clinical Social Worker New Jersey (Required) Work Location: In person Company DescriptionDaughters of Israel is a multi-faceted, state-of-the-art, skilled nursing facility offering the most modern and comprehensive services available. We offer a full continuum of care, from short-term rehabilitation for sub-acute care and temporary respite stays, to long-term skilled nursing and memory care, as well as a broad array of specialty programs and services. Our team of skilled and dedicated professionals deliver the highest quality of care to close to 125 residents, which includes a full array of nursing care as well as social and recreational programming.Daughters of Israel is a multi-faceted, state-of-the-art, skilled nursing facility offering the most modern and comprehensive services available. We offer a full continuum of care, from short-term rehabilitation for sub-acute care and temporary respite stays, to long-term skilled nursing and memory care, as well as a broad array of specialty programs and services. Our team of skilled and dedicated professionals deliver the highest quality of care to close to 125 residents, which includes a full array of nursing care as well as social and recreational programming.