MSW Social Worker (Hourly)

UnitedHealth Group

7 days ago

United States$52k+Full TimeSocial Work

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Job Description

About the Role

Join UnitedHealth Group as a MSW Social Worker (Hourly) in United States. Psychiatric Services of New York part of the Optum family of businesses, is seeking a LMSW Social Worker to join our team in Liverpool and Syracuse, NY. As a member of the Optum Behavioral Care team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

based therapy approaches and Implement harm reduction strategies when appropriate Provides discharge planning based on meeting identified goals of the treatment plan We are committed to your well

being and growth, offering a comprehensive package of perks and

Requirements

$78,100 annual total cash target pay Annual total cash

Benefits & Compensation

Salary range: $52,000 to $52,000 annually.

Work Schedule

Full-time position.

No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

Apply to join UnitedHealth Group as a MSW Social Worker (Hourly).

Key Skills

Social workPsychotherapyDischarge planningPsychosocial assessmentCase managementHarm reductionCrisis interventionClinical documentationEHRAthena RMSExcelOutlookTreatment planningCommunity resource coordination

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Position Insights

Social Work — Physician Career Context

This Social Work position at UnitedHealth Group is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Social work, Psychotherapy, Discharge planning, Psychosocial assessment, Case management, Harm reduction, Crisis intervention, Clinical documentation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Social Worker will assess patient psychosocial needs, develop care plans, and facilitate discharge planning in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. They will also provide direct psychotherapy services and connect patients with essential community resources.

Benefits package: Health insurance, 401k matching, Paid time off, Tuition reimbursement, Equity stock purchase, Wellness resources, Family support. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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