Medical Social Work Assistant Hospice

Explore opportunities with Amedisys, part of the Optum family of businesses. We provide home health, hospice and community-based services that help people receive quality care where they feel most comfortable: at home. Rooted in personalized care, we support patients and provide comfort through each stage of their health journey, while building trusted relationships along the way. Find a home for your career here. Join us and embrace a culture of Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Social Worker Assistant assists and counsels hospice patients and their families with health-related financial, social, and emotional concerns under the direction and supervision of a Master's-level Medical Social Worker. This role supports the interdisciplinary hospice team by promoting patient wellbeing, continuity of care, and effective coping throughout the care continuum.

Primary Responsibilities

• Provide social work services under medical supervision in accordance with the patient's Plan of Care
• Counsel patients and families regarding social, emotional, financial, and environmental factors affecting care
• Assess and reassess social and emotional needs to support coping, daily functioning, and adherence to medical recommendations
• Coordinate and utilize community and family resources to support patient independence and long-term planning
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation while supporting discharge planning and quality improvement activities

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

• Bachelor's degree in Social Work (CSWE accredited) OR a bachelor's degree in psychology, sociology, or related field under supervision of a Master's-prepared Social Worker
• One (1+) year of social work experience in a healthcare setting
• Current, valid driver's license with reliable transportation and required liability insurance
• Ability to travel frequently within the assigned service area
• Must meet state and federal requirements for the position

Preferred Qualifications

• One (1+) year of experience in hospice or interdisciplinary care settings
• One (1+) year of experience with community resources and discharge planning
• 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 salary for this role will range from $53,064 to $79,596 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and help make the health system work better for everyone. Together, we are shaping the future of healthcare by harnessing technology and innovation to make care simpler to navigate, more affordable and more connected for the people we serve. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcomed, valued, heard and respected, empowering people to bring their authentic selves to work and strengthening our collective impact through diverse talents, backgrounds, experiences and perspectives.

UnitedHealth Group and its affiliated brands are 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 and its affiliated brands are a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.