Location: Mission Viejo, CA

Start Date: 02-02-2026

End Date: 05-04-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Sunday-Thursday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (Day); every other weekend required; floating expectation to Laguna facility; schedule may be adjusted based on staffing

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough biopsychosocial assessments and document findings in EPIC to guide care
• Develop individualized discharge plans and coordinate post-acute services to promote safe transitions
• Complete initial assessment within 24 hours of admission to move the plan forward quickly
• Collaborate with the medical team, insurance case managers, and external partners to secure resources and placements
• Provide crisis intervention and contingency planning when patients face urgent psychosocial needs
• Refer patients to rehab, long-term care, community resources, and social service programs
• Maintain clear, timely documentation of care delivery, goals, teaching, and patient responses
• Participate in care conferences and facilitate effective interdisciplinary communication

Qualifications

• Active professional social work license required upon start; pending licensure may be considered during application but must be active by start date
• Minimum 2 years of professional experience, with at least 1 full year of acute care experience required
• Travel experience required; first-time travelers will not be accepted
• Experience with Epic charting and EPIC hardstop workflows required
• BLS certification required; LCSW and MSW credentials preferred
• Comfort managing caseloads of ~20-23 patients and working in fast-paced acute care settings
• Ability to work every other weekend and follow RTO restrictions (no more than 7 days)

Education

• Master of Social Work (MSW) preferred
• LCSW credential preferred
• BLS certification

Knowledge & Skills

• Discharge planning and case management techniques for short term acute care
• Biopsychosocial assessment and development of problem lists and goals
• Knowledge of community programs and resources (Medicaid, Medicare, AFDC, TANF, HCBS, Veterans programs)
• Familiarity with protective services processes (adult/child protective services, guardianship, emergency detention)
• Care coordination across internal teams and external post-acute providers
• Crisis intervention, counseling, and contingency planning skills
• Understanding of major disease processes and their psychosocial impacts (CHF, COPD, dementia, diabetes, cancer, stroke, psychiatric disorders)
• Experience in or comfort with Trauma Level I/II environments and various units (ICU, L&D, NICU, Pediatrics, ED, Medical-Surgical) as preferred

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel reimbursement to make your move easy
• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for tomorrow
• Life insurance and basic financial protections for peace of mind
• Paid Time Off to recharge and stay resilient
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to support your professional growth
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates onboard
• A supportive interdisciplinary team that values your voice and expertise
• Comprehensive orientation (40 hours) so you hit the ground confident

Travel Perks: Explore Mission Viejo, CA

Mission Viejo sits in the heart of Orange County, so outside of work you can enjoy Lake Mission Viejo for relaxing walks or paddle sports, explore nearby O'Neill Regional Park for hiking and mountain biking, and spend sun-soaked weekends at Salt Creek Beach or Laguna Beach's galleries and tide pools. Dana Point Harbor offers whale watching and waterfront dining, San Juan Capistrano's historic mission is a short drive away, and big-city amenities like South Coast Plaza shopping and the Orange County performing arts scene are within easy reach for weekend adventures.

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