Hospice Social Worker: Care Navigator & Resources

Society for Social Work and Research; Tupelo (MS); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group's Community Hospice team in Mississippi is seeking a Social Worker to provide medical social services under physician direction, supporting patients and families with social and emotional needs.

The role contributes to an integrated Plan of Care with the care team and involves guiding access to community resources as needed. A Master’s degree in Social Work and a valid driver’s license are required.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work
• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation

Responsibilities

• Assists the patient, significant others, physician and health care team staff to understand significant personal, emotional, environmental and social factors related to the patient's health status on an as needed basis
• Contributes as a health care team member to the development of a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients on a daily basis
• Instructs health care team members on community resources available to assist patients on a as needed basis

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence

Job description

UnitedHealth Group's Community Hospice team in Mississippi is seeking a Social Worker to provide medical social services under physician direction, supporting patients and families with social and emotional needs.

The role contributes to an integrated Plan of Care with the care team and involves guiding access to community resources as needed. A Master’s degree in Social Work and a valid driver’s license are required.