PRN/PT Social Worker MSW I

Society for Social Work and Research; Temple (TX); Hybrid; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k) with match up to 5%

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual from Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a PRN/PT Social Worker MSW to educate and advise patients and families on managing emotional and clinical issues in Temple, TX. The role supports crisis intervention, discharge planning, referrals, and psychosocial assessments.

Responsibilities include collaborating with the care team and contributing to improvement initiatives. Qualified candidates have a Master's in Social Work and licensure through TX state boards (LCSW/LMSW/LMSW-AP) with about 1 year of

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work
• TX licensure eligibility (LCSW, LMSW, or LMSW-AP) required
• 1 year of social work experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Conduct psycho-social assessments and document findings for patients.
• Develop and evaluate care plans; provide education to patients and families.
• Coordinate services, crisis intervention, bereavement, referrals, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure patient-centered care.
• Participate in performance improvement initiatives and data collection.

Skills

Listening

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Education

Masters' - Social Work

Tools

EMR / EHR software

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Location: Temple, TX

Setting: Case Management - Acute Floors

Schedule: Part Time- Tuesday/Wednesday/Thursday one week and Tuesday/Wednesday the following week

Our Core Values are:

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The PRN/PT Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Collaborates on performance improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient.
• Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource.
• Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in planning.
• Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Facilitates smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line.
• Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and examination, development, and participation in continuing education programs.
• Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of human behavior, performance, personal differences in ability, personality, and interests. Understanding psychosocial methods and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Know the principles and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
• Listening and interpersonal skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to gather, record, and examine data.
• Ability to assist people in recognizing and solving problems.
• Ability to handle grief.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

QUALIFICATIONS

• EDUCATION - Masters'
• MAJOR - Social Work
• EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
• CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX:
• LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP.