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Position in this function is responsible for oversight of psychosocial services provided by the hospice division for patients and families served including policies and processes, clinical management, education, and orientation. This position will oversee the implementation of education, documentation and program standards.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures that support and direct psychosocial services provided to patients and families in hospice 
• Knowledge of clinical services provided to end-of-life patients and their families including initial consultation and diagnostic assessment with a wide range of mental health, behavioral, emotional, physical, and developmental concerns 
• Oversight of crisis assessment and intervention including assessment for safety in the hospice setting 
• Provides consultation for social workers regarding complex crises and mental health concerns in the hospice setting 
• Development of educational programs and outreach to address community issues related to end-of-life
• Liaison and resource for hospice social workers regarding the Hospice Promise Foundation process 
• Development of on-going educational programs and competencies for hospice social workers 
• Oversight of the orientation process for hospice social workers 
• Knowledge of current hospice state and federal guidelines and programs 
• Development of Social Worker work groups to discuss resources, educational needs, and development of needed processes, assessment tools, policies and procedures for social services in hospice 
• Provides at least quarterly education for social workers 
• Maintenance of Social Work tools in iTrain 
• Other duties as assigned

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:

• Master's Degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work  
• 5+ years of social work experience in a health care setting 
• 1+ years of social work experience in hospice  
• Driver's License and access to reliable transportation

Preferred Qualification:

• Management experience  

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 $58,800 to $105,000 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.