Home Health Medical Social Worker (LMSW/LCSW) - Per Diem

Optum; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 44,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Incentive programs

Stock purchase plan

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a per diem Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support, assessment, and care coordination for patients in the home. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to connect patients with resources, counsel families, and support transitions of care.

Responsibilities include addressing emotional, social, and financial factors, educating stakeholders, and ensuring timely communication of clinical changes.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Assists patients and families with financial, social and emotional concerns and coping.
• Provides social work services per the plan of care.
• Communicates changes in clinical status to the health care team and care center staff.
• Educates patients, families and team members on social work interventions and plans.
• Performs care planning, transfer and discharge functions.
• Identifies health risks in the patient's environment and coordinates interventions.
• Performs additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Active LMSW/LCSW licensure

CPR certification

Interpersonal skills

Education

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

LMSW/LCSW licensure

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a per diem Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support, assessment, and care coordination for patients in the home. You will work with an interdisciplinary team to connect patients with resources, counsel families, and support transitions of care.

Responsibilities include addressing emotional, social, and financial factors, educating stakeholders, and ensuring timely communication of clinical changes.