Social Worker - Behavioral Health & SDOH (UM)

Harbor Health; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 56,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous PTO

10 paid holidays

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Professional development

Collaborative work environment

Culture of transparency

Job summary

Harbor Health in Texas seeks a Social Worker to support the Utilization Management team by addressing psychosocial, behavioral health, substance use, and SDOH needs for members. The position emphasizes identifying barriers and coordinating care with providers, nurses, and community programs.

The role requires an LMSW license, 5+ years of experience, and a commitment to in-person collaboration within the El Paso area. This full-time, on-site position offers competitive compensation and benefits.

Qualifications

• Active LMSW license is required.
• Minimum five years of experience with behavioral health, substance use, or complex social needs.
• Must reside in the El Paso area and know local community resources.
• Strong communication, assessment, and care coordination skills.
• Ability to perform occasional in-person visits in the El Paso area.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments for UM-identified members with behavioral health, substance use, or complex social needs.
• Identify barriers affecting treatment adherence and access to services.
• Provide care coordination and behavioral health support for members.
• Collaborate with behavioral health, substance-use, and primary care teams to coordinate care.
• Assess SDOH needs and connect members to community resources and services.
• Support referrals to community organizations and navigate healthcare systems.

Skills

Communication

Assessment

Care coordination

Trauma-informed

Cultural competency

Motivational interviewing

Education

Master of Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Harbor Health in Texas seeks a Social Worker to support the Utilization Management team by addressing psychosocial, behavioral health, substance use, and SDOH needs for members. The position emphasizes identifying barriers and coordinating care with providers, nurses, and community programs.

The role requires an LMSW license, 5+ years of experience, and a commitment to in-person collaboration within the El Paso area. This full-time, on-site position offers competitive compensation and benefits.