MSW Social Worker - Pediatric Hospital Case Management

CCProsper Cook Children's Medical Center - Prosper; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children’s Health Care System is seeking a licensed LMSW social worker to deliver direct social work services in the Emergency Department and assist on other floors as needed. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and the ability to handle difficult conversations with patients and families.

The position emphasizes care coordination, discharge planning, and collaboration with Case Management within a high-volume pediatric hospital environment in Texas.

Qualifications

• MSW/MSSW from an accredited school of Social Work.
• Hospital setting experience preferred, especially with children and families.
• Current Texas LMSW license; BLS certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social work services to patients and families in the Emergency Department.
• Assist across floors as needed during scheduled shift.
• Communicate effectively on difficult topics and problem-solve in fast-paced environments.
• Support care coordination and discharge planning as part of Case Management.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

MSW/MSSW

Job description

Cook Children’s Health Care System is seeking a licensed LMSW social worker to deliver direct social work services in the Emergency Department and assist on other floors as needed. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and the ability to handle difficult conversations with patients and families.

The position emphasizes care coordination, discharge planning, and collaboration with Case Management within a high-volume pediatric hospital environment in Texas.