Social Worker I

5 days ago
United States$68k–98kFull TimeSocial Work
✓ No Weekends

Job Description

About the Role

Join University Hospital, Newark NJ as a Social Worker I in United States.

Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborates with the patient’s physician in obtaining legal guardianship, adoptions, and competency determinations Documents social work activity in accordance with standards of University Hospital.

Requirements

  • Must be Licensed as an LSW “Licensed Social Worker” or LCSW “Licensed Clinical Social Worker” licensure by the State of New Jersey.
  • Discharge planning experience in an acute care setting highly desirable.
  • Monday through Friday position; occasionally may be required to follow a varied schedule which may include evenings, weekends and holidays.

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join University Hospital, Newark NJ as a Social Worker I.

Key Skills

Social workCrisis interventionDischarge planningPsychosocial assessmentCounselingContinuity of carePatient advocacyCase managementLegal guardianshipCompetency determination
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Position Insights

Work-Life Balance Overview

This Social Worker I position at University Hospital, Newark NJ includes the following lifestyle factors: no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at University Hospital, Newark NJ is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Compensation Analysis

University Hospital, Newark NJ lists compensation for this physician position at $69k to $98k annually.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Why This Position Stands Out

  • No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
  • Transparent compensation ($69k–$98k)

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Social work, Crisis intervention, Discharge planning, Psychosocial assessment, Counseling, Continuity of care, Patient advocacy, Case management. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker I provides professional interventions, psychosocial assessments, and counseling to support patients and families through health crises. They are also responsible for developing and implementing effective discharge plans to ensure continuity of care.

Benefits package: Vacation, Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage, Dental & Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance, Pension Plan, Pet Insurance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About University Hospital, Newark NJ

Hospitals and Health Care
Newark, NJ
2-5

Benefits & Perks

Vacation
Medical & Prescription Drug Coverage
Dental & Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account
Flexible Spending Account
Short- & Long-Term Disability Insurance
Pension Plan
Pet Insurance

Protective Factors (1)

No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)

Interpretation: Position includes 1 validated protective factor against burnout.

Job Details

Employment Type

Full Time

Posted

5d ago

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