Social Worker MSW - Community Health Network

UTMB Health; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare organization is seeking a compassionate Social Worker MSW to join their Community Health Network. This role focuses on addressing complex psychosocial needs of patients, ensuring they receive the support and resources necessary for their well-being. You will work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to promote patient-centered care, empowering individuals to make informed decisions about their health. If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others and thrive in a supportive environment, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required; 2 years experience in social work.
• Must be licensed to practice as a Social Worker in Texas.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial risk factors and provide interventions for patients and families.
• Advocate for patient empowerment and assist with discharge planning.

Skills

Psychosocial Assessment

Patient Advocacy

Crisis Intervention

Resource Linkage

Case Management

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

LBSW, LMSW, LCSW Licensure

Job description

For application assistance, please email [e-mail]. Representatives are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. CST.

Job Description - Social Worker MSW - Community Health Network (2501178)

Minimum Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work or related field; 2 years experience required. Must be licensed to practice as a Social Worker in Texas (LBSW, LMSW, LCSW).

Preferred Qualifications:

LCSW is preferred; LMSW will be considered.

Job Summary:

The Social Worker MSW intervenes with patients who have complex psychosocial needs, economic co-morbidities, require assistance with eligibility determination for social programs and funding sources, and qualify for community assistance. To promote patient-centered care, the Social Worker MSW provides care that is respectful of and responsive to individual patient preferences, needs, and values, and ensures that patient values guide all decisions. Supports compliance with treatment protocols, and assists with resource linkage as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Job Duties:

• Based on preliminary risk screening, assess patient and family psychosocial risk factors through evaluation of prior functioning levels, appropriateness and adequacy of support systems, adjustment to illness, and ability to cope.
• Intervene with patients and families regarding emotional, social, financial, and environmental concerns of illness and/or disability; access and mobilize family and community resources to meet identified needs.
• Provide intervention in cases involving child abuse and neglect; domestic violence; abuse, neglect, or exploitation of the elderly and disabled; and sexual assault.
• Serve as a resource for and provide support and intervention related to treatment decisions and end-of-life issues.
• Advocate for patient and family empowerment and independence to make autonomous health care decisions and access needed services within the health care system.
• Involve patients in all decisions affecting the discharge plan of care.
• Participate in discharge planning activities for complex patients, in order to ensure a timely discharge and to provide appropriate linkage with post-discharge care providers.
• Intervene with families exhibiting complex family dynamics that impact directly on patient care and discharge.
• Communicate with care coordinators regarding the discharge planning status of all patients referred by them.
• Assist Case Managers with discharge planning activities, as requested.

Salary Range:

Actual salary commensurate with experience.

Work Schedule:

Monday to Friday, 8am-5pm. This position will be assigned to primary care clinics in Texas City and Alvin and will require travel between the two sites, although primary office location will be in Texas City.

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Primary Location

United States-Texas-Galveston

Work Locations

0532 - Waverly Smith Pavilion
301 University Blvd. Waverly Smith Pavilion, rm 6.130
Galveston 77555-0532

Job

Allied Health

Organization

UTMB Health

Employee Status: Regular

Shift

Standard

Job Level

Non-Manager

Job Posting

Mar 19, 2025, 3:31:36 PM