Social Worker

UnitedHealth Group; Ebensburg (Cambria County); On-site; Confidential; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a Social Worker - Per Diem based in Ebensburg, Cambria County, United States. This role provides medical social services to assist patients in managing social and emotional factors affecting their health. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Social Work and have a current driver's license. The position offers hourly pay ranging from $28.94 to $51.63, alongside benefits including a comprehensive package and 401k matching. Join a team dedicated to providing compassionate care and support.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work.
• Current driver's license and access to a vehicle.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical social services under physician direction.
• Assist patients in understanding social and emotional factors affecting health.
• Develop coping mechanisms for patients.

Skills

Social work experience

Patient care

Coping mechanisms development

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Explore opportunities with Conemaugh Home Health, 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 - Per Diem, 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.

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 hourly pay for this role will range from $28.94 to $51.63 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is 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 is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.