Hospice Social Worker - Poteau, OK - Full Time

Preferra Insurance; Poteau (OK); On-site; USD 60,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution and equity stock

Job summary

Heart of Hospice is seeking a Social Worker to provide in-home social work services to hospice patients under physician direction. You will collaborate with the Interdisciplinary Group to assess social and emotional factors affecting health and help develop coping strategies.

The role requires a CSWE-accredited Master’s in Social Work, a valid driver’s license, and access to a reliable vehicle. Travel within a 60-mile radius is expected, with some evening/weekend hours as needed.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from a CSWE-accredited school of Social Work.
• Current Driver's License, vehicle insurance, and access to a dependable vehicle or public transportation.
• Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients and family with social, emotional, and environmental factors affecting health.
• Contributes to a comprehensive, integrated Plan of Care for patients.
• Instructs health care team on community resources to aid patients as needed.

Skills

Licensed Social Worker

Driver's License

CPR Certification

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Explore opportunities with Heart of Hospice, a part of LHC Group, a leading post-acute care partner for hospitals, physicians and families nationwide. As members of the Optum family of businesses, we are dedicated to helping people feel their best, including our team members who create meaningful connections with patients, their families, each other and the communities we serve. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As the Social Worker, provides medical social services under the direction of a physician and Interdisciplinary Group to assist in the understanding of significant social and emotional factors related to the patient's health status and in development of coping mechanisms.

• Full-time position providing in-home visits for hospice patients.
• Current Texas Social Worker license is required.
• Bachelor's degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work is required.
• Standard business hours are Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-4:30 PM.
• Occasional evening/weekend hours as needed.
• Travel required within a 60-mile service radius to provide patient care

Primary 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

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

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

Preferred Qualifications:

• 1+ years of social work experience in a health care setting
• Current CPR certification or ability to complete within 90 days of hire
• Licensed Social Worker in the state of residence

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $59,772 to $71,500 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.