Social Worker ( Fairfield Texas and surrounding area)

Friendly Faces Senior Care; Fairfield (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Friendly Faces Senior Care seeks a compassionate Social Worker to join our team and improve lives through assessment, planning, and counseling. The role can be permanent or temporary, with duties across hospitals, clinics, schools, or community organizations. Strong communication, empathy, and EHR skills are essential.

Ideal candidates hold an MSW, with LMSW/LCSW preferred depending on role. Applicants with diverse experiences and solid collaboration abilities are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• MSW required; LMSW or LCSW preferred but not mandatory for all roles.
• Experience with diverse populations is desirable.
• Strong interpersonal skills for building rapport with clients.
• Excellent written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' needs, strengths, and challenges.
• Develop individualized service plans addressing client needs.
• Provide counseling support for mental health, family dynamics, crises, or substance use.
• Advocate for clients' rights within healthcare settings or community resources.
• Coordinate services with other professionals including healthcare providers and agencies.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions in compliance with regulations.
• Stay informed about local resources to provide appropriate referrals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care strategies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Empathy

EHR proficiency

Problem-solving

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work)

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Social Worker to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess strong clinical skills and a commitment to improving the lives of individuals and families. This position is available as both permanent and temporary roles.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments of clients' needs, strengths, and challenges.
• Develop individualized service plans that address client needs effectively.
• Provide counseling support to clients dealing with various issues such as mental health concerns, family dynamics, crisis intervention, or substance abuse.
• Advocate for clients' rights within healthcare settings or community resources.
• Coordinate services with other professionals including healthcare providers, governmental agencies, schools, and community organizations.
• Maintain accurate records of client interactions including assessments, case notes, treatment plans in compliance with ethical guidelines and legal regulations.
• Stay informed about local resources available for clients (e.g., housing assistance programs; mental health services) to provide appropriate referrals.
• Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings to discuss patient care strategies.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program required; Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) preferred but not mandatory for all positions depending on role requirements.
• Previous experience working with diverse populations is highly desirable; new graduates are encouraged to apply for certain positions
• Strong interpersonal skills conducive to building rapport with clients
• Excellent written communication abilities

Skills

• Knowledgeable about social justice issues affecting individuals/families within the community
• Proficient use of electronic health record systems
• Ability to handle sensitive situations calmly while maintaining professionalism
• Flexible problem-solving abilities guided by empathy

Work Environment

This role may require working evenings or weekends based on client availability. Positions may be located in hospitals; clinics; schools; or community organizations.