Medical Social Worker — Bereavement & Care Coordination

Optum; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 59,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

Optum is seeking a Medical Social Worker to support patients, families, and the care team. You will assess social and emotional factors affecting health and help develop coping strategies as part of the interdisciplinary Plan of Care.

Responsibilities include coordinating bereavement services when needed, guiding community resources, and contributing to the comprehensive care plan. A Master’s Degree in Social Work, active SW license in the state, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work

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
• Able to function as Bereavement Coordinator and supervise the provision of bereavement services reflective of patient / family if needed. Establishes a Plan of care that addresses bereavement needs with clear delineation of services to be provided

Skills

CPR certification

Licensed Social Worker

Driver's license

Social work experience

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Optum is seeking a Medical Social Worker to support patients, families, and the care team. You will assess social and emotional factors affecting health and help develop coping strategies as part of the interdisciplinary Plan of Care.

Responsibilities include coordinating bereavement services when needed, guiding community resources, and contributing to the comprehensive care plan. A Master’s Degree in Social Work, active SW license in the state, CPR certification, and a valid driver's license