Licensed Behavioral Health Social Worker (LCSW)

Parkland Health and Hospital System (PHHS); Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Parkland Health and Hospital System seeks a licensed Master’s level Social Worker (LCSW) to evaluate patients’ psychosocial needs and implement care plans at the Main Hospital building, 1st floor. The role requires collaboration with medical staff and community agencies to support patient well‑being.

Responsibilities include short‑term therapy, crisis identification, and counseling, with documentation in confidential records.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work is required.
• Licensed as an LCSW in Texas.
• CPR Heartsaver within 60 days of hire; SAMA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans.
• Provide short-term therapy and refer to community resources as needed.
• Coordinate with medical staff to address patient needs and ensure continuity of care.
• Maintain thorough written records of counseling sessions and treatment plans.
• Stay current with social work best practices and licensure requirements.
• Identify opportunities to improve processes and patient satisfaction.

Skills

Communication

Community resources

Interpersonal skills

Counseling

Education

Master's degree in social work

Job description

Parkland Health and Hospital System seeks a licensed Master’s level Social Worker (LCSW) to evaluate patients’ psychosocial needs and implement care plans at the Main Hospital building, 1st floor. The role requires collaboration with medical staff and community agencies to support patient well‑being.

Responsibilities include short‑term therapy, crisis identification, and counseling, with documentation in confidential records.