Field Social Work Care Coordinator - MSW Licensed

Optum; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive benefits

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

Optum Home & Community Care is seeking a field-based Care Manager to assess, plan, and implement individualized care plans for members in the greater Washington, DC area.

You will collaborate with diverse providers, coordinate services, document plans, and support members with education and resources to navigate the health system. A Master’s in social work and LICSW/LGSW in DC (or ability to obtain within 90 days) are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work or related clinical field is required.
• Active and unrestricted LICSW or LGSW license in Washington DC or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire.
• 2+ years of experience in long-term care, home health, hospice, public health or assisted living.
• 2+ years of experience with MS Word, Excel and Outlook.
• 1+ years of experience with using an Electronic Medical Record.
• 1+ years of clinical case management experience.
• Valid Driver’s License and access to reliable transportation.
• Ability to work in a field-based capacity in Washington, DC.
• Reside within 50 miles of Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

• Assess, plan and implement care management interventions for each member.
• Develop and implement care plan interventions across the continuum of care.
• Communicate required health information to ensure coordinated care.
• Advocate for members and families.
• Identify interventions to meet gaps in care.
• Document the plan of care in EHR systems.
• Maintain consumer engagement and build trust with members.
• Collaborate with primary providers to align goals.
• Provide ongoing support for advanced care planning.
• Reassess plan of care as conditions change.
• Adhere to legal/regulatory requirements and evidence-based guidelines.
• Make outbound and inbound calls to assess health status.
• Provide member education for self-management.
• Make referrals to outside resources.
• Coordinate care across in-person or phone interactions.
• Support connections to Home Health Aides or Meals on Wheels.

Skills

MS Word

Excel

Outlook

Clinical case management

Education

Master's degree in social work or related clinical field

LICSW or LGSW license in Washington DC OR ability to obtain within 90 days

Tools

Electronic Medical Record (EMR)

Job description

Optum Home & Community Care is seeking a field-based Care Manager to assess, plan, and implement individualized care plans for members in the greater Washington, DC area.

You will collaborate with diverse providers, coordinate services, document plans, and support members with education and resources to navigate the health system. A Master’s in social work and LICSW/LGSW in DC (or ability to obtain within 90 days) are required.