Oncology Social Worker - Remote Anywhere in USA

UnitedHealth Group•Houston, TX

5d•Remote

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. Social workers are responsible for providing social work services to patients and families. They function as a member of the departmental team which includes educating the patient, family and members of the healthcare team regarding benefits, community resources, referrals for counseling and other pertinent information. Social workers are also responsible for triaging referrals and collaborating on cases with other members of the healthcare delivery team. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. 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.

Requirements

Licensed Master's degree clinician in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or Marriage and Family Counseling, or a Licensed Ph.D. / PsyD; or an RN
Licenses must be independent, active and unrestricted in your state of residence
2+ years of social work experience
Experience working with Oncology patients
Access to high speed internet from home (Broadband Cable, DSL or Fiber Optics)
Dedicated workspace from home

Nice To Haves

5+ years of experience working with Oncology patients as a Social Worker
Case management experience
Experience in discharge planning
Experience working in managed care
Experience in Inpatient facility
Knowledge of community programs / services
Computer proficiency - Internet, Word, Email
Demonstrated solid collaboration skills
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

Assures that patients and families are knowledgeable of available community resources and how to access them
Serves as a resource to clinical staff in dealing with complex psychosocial issues and accessing community resources
When appropriate, provides direct Care Coordination services to patients with complex social / emotional needs
Documents patient / family status, diagnosis, treatment plan, goals, and interventions, evaluation results, observations and progress in medical record