Licensed Social Worker or LMHC Health Coordinator - Field Based on Oahu, HI
Company: UnitedHealthcare
Location: Hilo
Posted on: February 16, 2026
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Job Description:
$5,000 Sign-on Bonus for External Candidates At
UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience,
creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality
care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people
for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow,
making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make
a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing
together. You push yourself to reach higher and go further. Because
for you, it's all about ensuring a positive outcome for patients.
In this role, you'll work in the field and coordinate the long-term
care needs for patients in the local community. And at every turn,
you'll have the support of an elite and dynamic team. Join
UnitedHealth Group and our family of businesses and you will use
your diverse knowledge and experience to make health care work
better for our patients. In this Health and Social Services
Coordinator role, will be an essential element of an Integrated
Care Model by relaying the pertinent information about the member
needs and advocating for the best possible care available, and
ensuring they have the right services to meet their needs. If you
are located in Oahu, HI, you will have the flexibility to work
remotely* as you take on some tough challenges. Expect to spend
about 75% of your time in the field visiting our members in their
homes or in long-term care facilities. Our teams are based in the
downtown Honolulu area along with West Side, East Side and North
Shore areas. You'll need to be flexible, adaptable and, above all,
patient in all types of situations. Primary Responsibilities: -
Assess, plan and implement care strategies that are individualized
by patient and directed toward the most appropriate, least
restrictive level of care - Identify and initiate referrals for
social service programs; including financial, psychosocial,
community and state supportive services - Manage the care plan
throughout the continuum of care as a single point of contact -
Communicate with all stakeholders the required health-related
information to ensure quality coordinated care and services are
provided expeditiously to all members - Advocate for patients and
families as needed to ensure the patient's needs and choices are
fully represented and supported by the health care team 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: - Current,
unrestricted Social Worker license or LMHC in the state of Hawaii -
2 years of social work or similar experience - Experience working
directly or collaborating services for long-term care, home health,
hospice, public health or assisted living - Intermediate experience
working with MS Word, Excel and Outlook - Ability to travel in
assigned region to visit Medicaid members in their homes and/or
other settings, including community centers, hospitals or
providers' offices - Current access or ability to obtain internet
access via a landline - Driver's license and access to reliable
transportation Preferred Qualifications: - CCM (Certified Case
Manager) - Case Management experience - Experience with or exposure
to discharge planning - Experience with utilization review,
concurrent review and/or risk management - Experience with
electronic charting - Experience with arranging community resources
- Field-based work experience - Background in managing populations
with complex medical or behavioral needs - Background in mental
health or experience working with serious mental illness -
Bilingual in Cantonese or Mandarin *All employees working remotely
will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter
Policy. 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 hourly pay for this role will range
from $28.27 to $50.48 per hour based on full-time employment. We
comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable. UHCPJ 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.
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