Licensed Social Worker - Bangor Maine

Optum • Bangor, Maine, United States • 2d ago

Description - Onsite, not a remote role

Opportunities at Northern Light Health, in strategic partnership with Optum. Whether you are looking for a role in a clinical setting or supporting those who provide care, we have opportunities for you to make a difference in the lives of those we serve. As a statewide health care system in Maine, we work to personalize and streamline health care for our communities. If the place for you is at a large medical center, a rural community practice or home care, you will find it here. Join our compassionate culture, enjoy meaningful benefits and discover the meaning behind: Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Position in this function serves as liaison between NL EMMC and the community to coordinate care for patients and their social service's needs.

Position in this function collaborates with all disciplines for the purpose of assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating/documenting psychosocial factors which contribute to patients' illnesses and/or have an impact on continuity of care; scope of services may include, but is not limited to, discharge planning, information and referral, domestic violence, drug and alcohol abuse, suspected abuse, and guardianships per regulatory requirements. This role will primarily focus on adult populations in an acute care hospital setting (does not include pediatrics)

Primary Responsibilities:

Completes and documents psychosocial assessments, chemical dependence consults, intervention, and coordination of care to identified populations
Engages the patient family/significant other and interdisciplinary team in the discharge process to identify appropriate post-acute resources and community service follow-ups
Provides education to patients/family/significant other and interdisciplinary team in regard to psychosocial factors related to illness and ongoing support of needs
Actively participates in those areas of expertise to further enhance the role of social work within the hospital
Completes duties as required for the purpose of discharge planning, i.e. options forms, agency referrals etc.
Complies with standards and requirements in medical/legal reporting situations
Complies with social work competencies by department and hospital standards
Communicates telephonically and electronically with the outpatient providers in an effort to enhance the continuum of care
Assumes responsibility for NL EMMC required continued education and own professional growth
Performs other duties as assigned or required

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.

Qualifications -

Required Qualifications:

Licensed Social Worker (LSW or LSW-CC) in the state of Maine
Comprehensive knowledge of community resources
Proven ability to handle a portfolio of diverse patient populations
Live within a commutable distance of Bangor ME (this position is onsite in a hospital facility and not available for remote work)
Ability/willingness to work onsite at a hospital facility in Bangor ME (Monday - Friday 8am - 4:30pm full time)

Preferred Qualifications:

LCSW
2+ years of experience in a hospital/multidisciplinary 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 salary for this role will range from $48,700 to $87,000 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 make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.