Home Health Medical Social Worker: Care Coordination

UnitedHealth Group; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 63,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase program

401k contribution

Incentive and recognition programs

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support, assessment, and care coordination for patients receiving home health services. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to connect patients with community resources and promote safe, effective transitions.

The role emphasizes addressing emotional, social, and environmental factors that impact health, with opportunities to educate families, perform care planning, and support

Qualifications

• Masters and/or Doctorate in social work from CSWE-accredited program.
• Active LMSW or LCSW licensure.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Meets state and federal requirements for this position.

Responsibilities

• Assist patients and family with financial, social and emotional concerns and coping.
• Provide social work services per care plan.
• Communicate changes in patient status to the health care team promptly.
• Educate patients and families on social work interventions and the treatment plan.
• Perform care planning, transfer and discharge functions.
• Identify risks in the home environment and coordinate appropriate interventions.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

CPR certification

Valid Driver's license

Education

Master's or Doctorate in Social Work (CSWE-accredited)

LMSW or LCSW licensure

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in North Charleston, SC is seeking a Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support, assessment, and care coordination for patients receiving home health services. You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to connect patients with community resources and promote safe, effective transitions.

The role emphasizes addressing emotional, social, and environmental factors that impact health, with opportunities to educate families, perform care planning, and support