Social Worker

Big Spring State Hospital; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Big Spring State Hospital in Big Spring, TX seeks a full-time Social Worker to provide psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing case management for psychiatric and behavioral health services. You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support recovery, safety, and discharge planning, connecting patients and families with community resources.

Documentation will follow hospital policies and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• TX licensure eligibility (LBSW/LMSW/LCSW)
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or related field
• Experience with psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and case management
• Strong communication, crisis intervention, de-escalation, and engagement with patients and families
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team and maintain clear clinical documentation
• Knowledge of community resources, social services, and relevant behavioral health laws
• Commitment to ethical practice, trauma‑informed care, cultural sensitivity, and non‑discriminatory service delivery
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to use EHR systems
• Willingness to work in an inpatient psychiatric environment and comply with hospital safety and quality standards

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial evaluations and contribute to treatment planning.
• Facilitate individual and group interventions.
• Coordinate discharge planning and connect patients/families with community resources.
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, counselors and care team to support recovery goals.
• Document in accordance with hospital policies and regulatory standards.
• Participate in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings and care planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Crisis intervention

De-escalation

Therapeutic engagement

Team collaboration

Clinical documentation

Trauma-informed care

Cultural sensitivity

Electronic health records

Inpatient setting

Education

MSW or BSW

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

Company Description

Big Spring State Hospital is a public hospital and health care facility serving individuals with behavioral health needs in West Texas. Located in Big Spring, TX, the hospital provides inpatient psychiatric care and related support services to diverse communities. Team members work in a multidisciplinary environment focused on recovery, safety, and person-centered care. The hospital offers opportunities for professional growth while contributing to essential mental health services in the region.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site Social Worker role based at Big Spring State Hospital in Big Spring, TX. The Social Worker will provide assessments, treatment planning, and ongoing case management for individuals receiving psychiatric and behavioral health services. Day-to-day responsibilities include conducting psychosocial evaluations, facilitating individual and group interventions, coordinating discharge planning, and connecting individuals and families with community resources. The Social Worker will collaborate closely with physicians, nurses, counselors, and other care team members to support recovery goals and continuity of care. The role also involves documentation in accordance with hospital policies, participation in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings, and adherence to ethical and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Relevant licensure or eligibility for licensure as a Social Worker (e.g., LBSW, LMSW, LCSW) in the State of Texas
• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Social Work or closely related behavioral health field from an accredited institution
• Experience providing psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and case management in mental health, hospital, or clinical settings
• Strong skills in communication, crisis intervention, de-escalation, and therapeutic engagement with individuals and families
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team and maintain clear, organized clinical documentation
• Knowledge of community resources, social service systems, and relevant laws and regulations related to behavioral health
• Demonstrated commitment to ethical practice, trauma-informed care, cultural sensitivity, and non-discriminatory service delivery
• Basic computer proficiency and ability to use electronic health record systems
• Willingness to work in an inpatient psychiatric environment and comply with all hospital safety and quality standards