Case Manager

Texas Department of State Health Services; Mercedes (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Department of State Health Services in Mercedes, TX seeks a Social Worker II to provide advanced case management for families with health risks or special needs. You will conduct home visits, assess needs, and develop service plans while coordinating with community resources.

You will travel up to 50% to support families, complete documentation, and collaborate with public health staff during emergencies. Licensure and bilingual skills are required for this role.

Qualifications

• Must hold Texas social work licensure (LBSW/LMSW/LMSW-AP or LCSW).
• Bilingual in English and Spanish is required.
• Willing to travel up to 50%.
• Mercedes, TX location; must have valid driver's license.
• Experience with families and children health programs preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide advanced case management consultation for families in CSHCN, SSI, NBS, PCS, CFC and related programs.
• Perform home visits, intakes, Family Needs Assessments, Service Plans, and Follow-up services.
• Determine eligibility for PCS/CFC and link families to community resources.
• Prepare monthly reports, travel reports and maintain documentation.
• Deliver trainings and presentations to public or agencies.
• Collaborate with public health staff during disasters.

Skills

Case management

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Communication skills

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

Licensed Social Worker (LBSW/LMSW/LMSW-AP/LCSW)

Job description

Date: Sep 1, 2026

Location: MERCEDES, TX

Employee Benefits

DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page.

Review our Top 10 Tips for Success when Applying to State of Texas Jobs.

Functional Title

Case Manager

Job Title

Social Worker II

Agency

Dept of State Health Services

Department

Region 11

Posting Number

20427

Closing Date

09/15/2026

Posting Audience

Internal and External

Occupational Category

Community and Social Services

Salary Range

$4,020.33 - $5,178.00

Pay Frequency

Monthly

Salary Group

TEXAS-B-19

Shift

Day

Additional Shift

Days (First)

Telework

Not Eligible for Telework

Travel

Up to 50%

Regular/Temporary

Regular

Full Time/Part Time

Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt

Nonexempt

Job Location City

MERCEDES

Job Location Address

202 W 2ND ST

MOS Codes

0149,5832,230X,42SX,4C0X1,68X,73A,HM

Brief Job Description

Under the supervision of the Program Supervisor IV, provides advanced and comprehensive case management consultation for families with children who have health risks, conditions, or special health care needs. Oversees case management services for families in the Children with Special Health Care Needs (CSHCN), Community First Choice (CFC), Newborn Screening (NBS), Personal Care Services (PCS), and Case Management for Children and Pregnant Women programs. Travels to conduct home visits, completes intakes, Family Needs Assessments, Service Plans, and Follow-up Services to families on caseload and to determine eligibility and need for PCS/CFC. Links families to community resources. Conducts presentations and communicates program services and/or changes in a positive and accurate manner. Works as a team member. Actively participates and advocates in Community Resource Coordination Groups (CRCG), case management coalitions, and community organizations. Provides information and referral services. Completes administrative duties, monthly reports, special assignments and work activities in a professional and timely manner. Works collaboratively with public health staff in the event of a regional or state disaster. Works under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Will have immunizations current that are necessary to maintain immunity or show immunity to specific diseases. Staff required on an as-needed basis to assist with a response and/or recovery effort because of their subject matter expertise and/or experience.

Essential Job Functions (EJFs)

Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned.

(45%) Case Management Functions—Provides complex and specialized social work consultation and comprehensive case management services to families who receive services or are seeking services from the CSHCN, SSI, NBS, PCS, CFC and Case Management for Children and Pregnant Women programs. Conducts home visits for comprehensive assessment of home environment and needs. Following program guidelines, provides comprehensive case management services including the Intake, Family Needs Assessment, Service Plan, and Follow-up services. Assists families with the eligibility determination process for CSHCN. Provides information and referral services, linkage to community resources, family supports, advocacy, and service coordination. Maintains documentation of work activities, monthly reports, travel reports, case summaries and correspondence. Utilizes software programs to do database entry, word processing, spreadsheets, electronic mail, and Internet.

Conducts comprehensive assessments to determine eligibility and need for PCS. Conducts assessments during home visits with families. Documents identified needs and forwards documentation for authorization of personal care services. Conducts reassessments for PCS as required or as necessary according to family needs. Enters family encounter information into an online database.

(20%) Technical Assistance/Quality Assurance/Trainings – Provides consultation, presentations, and training to agencies for programs such as CSHCN, CFC, PCS, Case Management for Children and Pregnant Women and Family Support Services. Assists in training new staff, volunteers and social work interns. Provides program presentations to public to promote awareness of services available to children with health risks, conditions or special health care needs. Participates as a team member with peer chart reviews for regional internal quality assurance.

(20%) Community Organization/Resource Development -- Actively participates in community organization functions and collaborates with other community entities on health, social work, case management and other related issues. Serves as the representative for the Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) on the CRCG, coalitions, interagency groups and advocacy groups to collaborate efforts in serving children with special health care needs. Maintains social service directory of community resources for service area.

(15%) Professional & Team Development -- Attends trainings and conferences relevant to job to meet licensing requirement and provides backup and support to other team members. Continues to develop professional knowledge and skill in the practice of Social Work/Case Management in the Public Health setting. Participates in performance evaluations process. Attends staff meetings. Performs other duties as assigned. In the event of a regional or statewide disaster, all staff will participate, assist, and support all regional and/or state wide disaster relief efforts. Responds to and supports regional/statewide disaster relief efforts.

Knowledge Of

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs):

Case Management principles and practices.

Children’s programs, such as Medicaid, CSHCN, CPW, SSI, NBS, Lead, Early Childhood Intervention (ECI).

Quality assurance and technical assistance policies and procedures.

Community resources on a local, state, and national level.

The cultural and socioeconomic issues related to health and disabilities.

Skill In

Using computer software programs in word processing, spreadsheets, databases, electronic mail and Internet, specifically MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access and Outlook.

Compiling monthly reports, travel reports, and time activity reports.

Conducting in-home family needs assessments and developing service plans.

Providing presentations and trainings.

Conflict resolution, mediation, and problem solving.

Ability To

Work effectively as a team member in an interdisciplinary setting.

Interpret and apply program policies and procedures.

Provide professional leadership.

Maintain confidentiality.

Plan work in an orderly manner to manage caseloads and meet deadlines.

Provide training and technical assistance to professionals.

Speak and write effectively and to address audiences in a professional manner.

Provide own transportation to conduct work duties.

Work under minimum supervision with considerable latitude for initiative and independent judgment.

Follow DSHS Policies and Procedures and adhere to the DSHS Standards of Conduct and Work Rules.

Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications

Current permanent license to practice as social worker in Texas (LBSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP, or LCSW)

Initial Screening Criteria

Must be in good standing with Social Work Licensing Board; LBSW, LMSW, and/ or LCSW required; geographical preference on application must designate Mercedes/Hidalgo County as the desired headquarters location; must specify on application that willing to travel minimum of 50%. Must be Bilingual (English/Spanish).

Additional Information

Applicants must have a valid driver’s license and must be able to provide their own transportation.

Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, And Veterans

Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified for this position. For more information see the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/CompensationSystem/JobDescriptions/.

ADA Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for individuals with a qualifying disability. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview process, please notify the person who contacts you to schedule the interview. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747 or via email at [e-mail].

Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, And Work Eligibility

• The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any employment offer is contingent upon available budgeted funds.
• Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
• DSHS uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 form