Licensed Social Worker (LSW)

Join Our Team of Pediatric Professionals as a Licensed Social Worker! 

Position Overview

The Licensed Social Worker plays a vital role in advancing NeurAbilities Healthcare’s integrated care model by supporting families across behavioral, medical, and external therapeutic disciplines. This individual works closely with Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) and medical teams to ensure that every patient’s healthcare journey within NeurAbilities is cohesive, family-centered, and effective.

Essential Job Functions

Biopsychosocial Evaluation (BPE) Support

• Conduct assessments and assist in completing Biopsychosocial Evaluations (BPEs) under the supervision and sign-off of a qualified healthcare professional.
• Gather relevant psychosocial, developmental, and environmental information to inform treatment recommendations.
• Collaborate with qualified healthcare professionals and behavioral clinicians to ensure timely, accurate, and compliant BPE documentation.

Family Care Coordination

• Serve as a point of contact for families navigating multiple care pathways (ABA, PT, OT, SLP, and medical services).
• Provide education and support to help caregivers understand treatment recommendations, funding/insurance processes, and service transitions.
• Identify barriers to care (socioeconomic, logistical, or emotional) and connect families with appropriate internal or community resources.
• Support continuity of care through proactive communication and scheduling coordination between service lines.

Integrated Care Collaboration

• Facilitate communication between the behavioral health team and the medical/therapy disciplines to ensure treatment goals are aligned.
• Participate in interdisciplinary case conferences and team meetings to promote a unified care approach.
• Support clinicians in understanding psychosocial factors impacting engagement, adherence, and treatment success.
• Assist in program development initiatives that strengthen collaboration and improve the patient and family experience.

Required Qualifications, Education, and Experience

• Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Licensure: Active state license (LSW, LCSW, LMSW, or equivalent).
• Experience:
• Minimum 2 years of experience in healthcare, behavioral health, or pediatric setting preferred.
• Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities or autism spectrum disorders strongly preferred.
• Strong written and oral communication skills along with strong interpersonal skills.
• A passion for building positive culture and systems.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge and understanding of HIPAA practices and adherence to the policies.
• Knowledge of IBHS and managed care organization regulations and requirements.
• Knowledge of payer-specific requirements and processes for authorizations and billing
• Ability to drive and lead practices while adhering to requirements of the state and manage care organizations.
• Ability to provide constructive feedback and maintain healthy, productive working relationships.
• Ability to analyze data and summarize progress across multiple clinics.
• Strong time-management skills along with flexibility and the ability to prioritize.
• Demonstrated attention to detail and strong written communication skills.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

• Estimated 60% travel, dependent on need.
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  Travel is typically local during the business day between the hours of 7am and 7pm, depending upon assigned caseload, but can also extend overnight based on the destination and needs of the business.
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  This job operates in a clinic, home, or school environment and routinely uses standard office equipment such as a computer/tablet and phone.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. and perform tasks involving verbal communication and physical activity, which may include prolonged periods of walking, running, standing, bending, kneeling, squatting, climbing, and stooping.

About the company:

NeurAbilities Healthcare is a distinguished specialty healthcare provider with a team that constantly seeks new and innovative ways to provide the best possible care for patients. Founded by a neurologist who put his vision of compassionate, high-quality patient care into practice, we remain on a mission to transform the lives of individuals with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and beyond. Each of our dedicated team members share the same mission of providing top-notch medical and psychological care and integrated behavior services to over 10,000 patients annually. 

NeurAbilities Healthcare Inc is an EEO Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, sex, religious creed, disability, or any other category protected under law.