Social Worker — Impactful Long-Term Care & Support

Deering; Westside (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision insurance

AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Cancer, &

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401(k) eligibility

Job summary

Deering is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to support residents and families in our Texas facility. You will develop social histories, create care plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates hold a BSW or SW Designee, strong communication, and experience in long‑term care; you will coordinate discharge planning and provide both individual and group support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) or SW Designee certification.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in long-term care settings.
• Compassionate, organized, and holistic well-being focus.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed social histories and assessments for residents, identifying medically related social and emotional needs.
• Create individualized care plans that support resident goals and emotional well‑being.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan conferences and contribute to overall care planning.
• Provide individual and group support to residents and families during times of crisis or transition.
• Assist with new resident orientation and help residents and families adjust to the facility.
• Coordinate discharge planning for smooth resident transitions.
• Facilitate staff in-service training and educational programs related to social services.
• Build strong relationships with external partners (hospitals, doctors, churches, community agencies) to support referrals and ongoing care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Long-term Care Experience

Education

BSW or Social Worker Designee certification

Job description

Deering is seeking a compassionate Social Worker to support residents and families in our Texas facility. You will develop social histories, create care plans, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates hold a BSW or SW Designee, strong communication, and experience in long‑term care; you will coordinate discharge planning and provide both individual and group support.