Social Worker - Per Diem

UnitedHealth Group; Tyler (TX); On-site; Confidential; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

401k contribution

Equity stock purchase

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a dedicated Social Worker - Per Diem in Tyler, Texas. This role involves providing medical social services to assist patients and their families understand health-related emotional factors. Candidates must have a Master's Degree in Social Work and be licensed in Texas.

The pay for this position ranges from $28.75 to $43.10 per hour, combined with a comprehensive benefits package. Join us to thrive in a supportive and caring environment where you can make a real difference.

Qualifications

• Master's Degree from an accredited Social Work school.
• Current Driver’s License, vehicle insurance, and access to transport.
• Licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Licensed Social Worker in Texas

1+ years social work experience

Current CPR certification

Education

Master's Degree in Social Work

Job description

Explore opportunities with CHRISTUS HomeCare, 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

Additional State Specific Requirement

• TX: Licensed as a Social Worker from the State Board of Social Work

Preferred Qualifications

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

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 $28.75 to $43.10 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.