Correctional Health Social Worker

Texas Tech University - Health Sciences Center; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

Paid Time Off

Retirement plans

Wellness programs

Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Job summary

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center seeks a Social Worker for the John Montford Unit in Lubbock to perform advanced social work by coordinating psychosocial evaluations and discharge planning within a multidisciplinary team. You will help support patients in a correctional health setting, aligning with TTUHSC’s mission and values-based culture.

The role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Behavioral Science and certification as a Social Worker, with day shifts and a focus on compassionate,

Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from an approved accredited four-year college or university in a behavioral science.
• Credentialed as a Certified Social Worker.

Responsibilities

• Completes Psychosocial Evaluations.
• Completes release planning for patients leaving prison.
• Assists with Non-emergent Compelled Medication Hearings.
• Completes assigned tasks associated with Civil Commitment Hearings.
• Demonstrates and aligns with the TTUHSC Values based culture.
• Adheres to the institutions’ established rules, regulations and guidelines.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Behavioral Science

Certified Social Worker credential

Job description

Introduction

TTUHSC provides so much more than just a job! Enjoy excellentbenefits , including paid leave,retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so muchmore. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positiveenvironment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as wechange the future of health care.

About TTUHSC

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the livesof others by educating students, providing excellent patient care,and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSCgraduates more health care professionals than any other health careinstitution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees andcertificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. Byproviding comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 millionindividuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancingthe health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is whereworld-class education meets compassionate patient care – and webelieve that our people are the reason for our institution’slasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative andsupportive community that empowers each individual to do their bestwork. Through ourvalues-based culture , TTUHSC iscommitted to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with apositive culture that puts people first.

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare deliveryservice, providing high-quality, low cost healthcare to patientswithin the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We providemedical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes ourvalues-based culture in all we do.

The John Montford Unit in Lubbock, TX is an accredited regionalmedical and mental health facility, within the TTUHSC Managed Caresystem which specializes in providing access to a comprehensivearray of medical, psychiatric, and ancillary healthcare services. Amultidisciplinary team of 200+ healthcare professionals connecttheir passion with their work to support more than 55,000 patientencounters annually to ensure TTUHSC, a nationally recognizedleader in correctional health care, delivers on its mission ofproviding access to high-quality, cost-effective healthcare. Get aninside look at the Montford Unit and watch a quick video about ourmission HERE.

Visa Information

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visapetitions in accordance with the directive issued by GovernorAbbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsoreligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employerpetitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the$100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description

Performs advanced level social work. Supervises lower levelclinical social workers and/or ancillary staff.

Major/Essential Functions

• Completes Psychosocial Evaluations.
• Completes release planning for patients leaving prison.
• Assists with Non-emergent Compelled Medication Hearings.
• Completes assigned tasks associated with Civil CommitmentHearings.
• Demonstrates and aligns with the TTUHSC Values basedculture.
• Adheres to the institutions’ established rules, regulations andguidelines.

Occasional Duties

• Other duties as assigned by supervisor.

Required Qualifications

• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from an approvedaccredited four-year college or university in a behavioralscience.
• Credentialed as a Certified Social Worker.

Benefits

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our teammembers can do their best work, with programs and benefits to support head-to-toe well-being.Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options –Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time teammembers
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leaveand more
• Retirement Plans
• Wellness Programs
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members byproviding opportunities for personal and professional growth,including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, andhealth and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a varietyof other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms andgolf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities,and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Basis

Hourly

Pay Grade Minimum

$23.46 hourly

Pay Grade Maximum

$32.02 hourly

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of theindividual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiringdepartment, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additionalinformation, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Grant Funded?

No

Travel Required

None

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employmentwithout regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age,disability, genetic information or status as a protectedveteran.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and CampusCrime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges anduniversities participating in federal financial aid programs tomaintain and disclose campus crime statistics and securityinformation. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publishand distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & CrimeStatistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students andemployees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act websiteat https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.