Hybrid Social Worker: Care Coordination & Discharge

Camp Young Judaea Sprout Lake; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase program

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Social Worker to provide comprehensive social work services within a hybrid role. The position involves collaborating with patients, families, and the healthcare team to coordinate care and ensure access to resources.

Responsibilities include discharge planning, psychosocial assessments, and advocacy to support optimal health outcomes. Travel within Orange County, CA is required, with remote work options as available.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW).
• 1+ years of social work experience.
• Willingness to travel within the Orange County, CA service delivery area.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient and family psychosocial needs and develop care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team.
• Link patients to community resources (financial assistance, transportation, support groups).
• Provide inpatient support, arrange discharge planning, and monitor post-discharge needs.
• Apply brief therapy approaches and harm reduction strategies as appropriate.
• Document status, plans, and progress in the medical record.

Skills

Social work experience

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Care coordination

Education

Master's in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Social Worker to provide comprehensive social work services within a hybrid role. The position involves collaborating with patients, families, and the healthcare team to coordinate care and ensure access to resources.

Responsibilities include discharge planning, psychosocial assessments, and advocacy to support optimal health outcomes. Travel within Orange County, CA is required, with remote work options as available.