Per Diem Medical Social Worker - Home Health Coordination

UnitedHealth Group; Pulaski (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a per diem Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support, assessment, and care coordination for patients and families in the home. You will address emotional, social, financial, and environmental factors affecting health and recovery, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to connect patients with community resources.

The role involves education, care planning, transitions, and risk assessment, with competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Master's and/or Doctorate in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Active LMSW or LCSW licensure.
• Current CPR certification.
• 1+ year of social work experience in a health care setting.
• Meets state and federal requirements for this position.
• Driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Assists patients and families with health-related financial, social, and emotional concerns and helps with coping.
• Provides social work services in accordance with the plan of care.
• Ensures timely communication of changes in patient status to the care team.
• Educates patients and families on social work interventions and treatment plans.
• Performs care planning, transfer, and discharge tasks.
• Identifies risks in the patient’s environment and coordinates interventions with the team.

Education

Master's/Doctorate in Social Work (CSWE accredited)

Job description

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a per diem Medical Social Worker to provide psychosocial support, assessment, and care coordination for patients and families in the home. You will address emotional, social, financial, and environmental factors affecting health and recovery, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to connect patients with community resources.

The role involves education, care planning, transitions, and risk assessment, with competitive hourly pay and a comprehensive benefits