Social Worker (PHM)- Bakersfield 1.1

Join Universal Healthcare MSO as a Social Worker (PHM)- Bakersfield 1.1 in Bakersfield, California. Employment Details: Location: Bakersfield, CA. (Onsite) Classification: Full-Time This position is non-exempt and will be paid on an hourly basis.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and maintain a caseload of PHM members, with a primary focus on those with behavioral health and social needs, while coordinating with the care team on medical needs as appropriate.

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop individualized, person-centered care plans in collaboration with members, caregivers, and providers.

• Support members with behavioral health needs, including serious mental illness (SMI) and/or substance use disorders (SUD) through linkage to appropriate services.

• Provide culturally appropriate education to members and caregivers regarding behavioral health, chronic disease self-management, and community resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, or a closely related behavioral science field from an accredited institution required.

• Master’s degree in social work, Psychology, Counseling, or a closely related behavioral science field preferred.

• Minimum of 2 years of experience providing counseling, social work, or care coordination services in a healthcare or community setting.

• Familiarity with managed care, population health, and discharge planning preferred.

Benefits & Compensation

• Salary: $28.15 - $41.90/hour

Work Schedule

• Full-Time position.

Work with Universal Healthcare MSO in Bakersfield, California.