Basic Life Support (BLS), Certified Case Manager (CCM), Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention, Customer Support/Service, Discharge Plans, Documentation, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Management, Interpersonal Skills, Maintain Compliance, Organizational Skills, Patient Assessment, Patient Rights, Problem Solving Skills, Regulatory Compliance, Social Work, Time Management
AlliedTravelCareers is working with United Health Care Staffing to find a qualified Medical Social Worker in Salt Lake City, Utah, 84101!
Job Title: Social Worker
Location: West Valley City, UT
Job Type: 13 Weeks Contract
Shift: Day Shift | 8x5 Schedule
Experience Required: 2 Years
Pay Range: $2050 - $2280 Weekly
Job Overview
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Social Worker to join a supportive healthcare team in West Valley, UT. This role is perfect for someone who can balance empathy, advocacy, and problem-solving while helping patients navigate life’s challenges one step at a time.
You will work closely with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams to provide emotional support, discharge planning, community resource coordination, and crisis intervention services.
Responsibilities
- Assess patients’ psychosocial needs and develop appropriate care plans
- Provide counseling, emotional support, and crisis intervention services
- Coordinate discharge planning and connect patients with community resources
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, case managers, and healthcare staff
- Advocate for patient rights and ensure continuity of care
- Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
- Assist patients and families with coping strategies and support services
- Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations and facility policies
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of Social Worker experience required
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) preferred
- Current state Social Worker license/certification as required
- BLS certification preferred
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to manage sensitive situations with professionalism and compassion