ER Social Worker - Crisis & Discharge Planning

Memorial Hermann Health System; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks an experienced Licensed Master Social Worker for ED Social Work Nights. You will assess psychosocial needs, intervene therapeutically, and coordinate complex discharge planning with an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master of Social Work, Texas LMSW license, and strong communication skills; ACMA certification is preferred. The position supports safe, timely patient dispositions within Memorial Hermann facilities.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited program.
• Texas LMSW license required; ACMA certification preferred.
• Experience in health services/hospital social work is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial risk factors for patients and families.
• Develop and implement treatment plans using clinical social work diagnoses.
• Provide crisis intervention and coordinate post-acute care resources.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Crisis intervention

Social work assessment

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

LMSW license in Texas

ACMA certification (preferred)

Tools

DSM-V

ICD-10

Job description

Memorial Hermann Health System seeks an experienced Licensed Master Social Worker for ED Social Work Nights. You will assess psychosocial needs, intervene therapeutically, and coordinate complex discharge planning with an interdisciplinary team.

The role requires a Master of Social Work, Texas LMSW license, and strong communication skills; ACMA certification is preferred. The position supports safe, timely patient dispositions within Memorial Hermann facilities.