Social Worker MSW I

Baylor Scott & White Health; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate eligibility for health benefits

401(k) savings plan with match

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Social Worker MSW 1 in Irving, Texas. The role involves educating and advising patients and families on coping strategies for emotional and physical issues, along with conducting psycho-social assessments. Requires a Masters’ in Social Work and relevant state licensure.

This position supports continuity of care through crisis intervention, advocacy, and collaboration with healthcare teams to ensure the best outcomes for patients.

Qualifications

• 1 year of experience in social work.
• Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), or Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP) required.
• Strong knowledge of psychosocial methods and treatment.

Responsibilities

• Conducts psycho-social assessments to interpret patient needs.
• Develops and evaluates treatment plans for patients and families.
• Supervises care plans and crisis interventions.

Skills

Knowledge of human behavior

Verbal and written communication

Listening and relational skills

Ability to handle grief

Education

Masters' degree in Social Work

Job description

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Location

Irving, TX - 1901 N MacArthur Blvd, Irving, 75061

Setting

Case Management

Schedule

Full Time - 4 shift 10's - 12 pm-10:30 pm

Our Core Values

• We serve faithfully by doing what’s right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
• 401(k) savings plan with dollar‑for‑dollar match up to 5%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• PTO accrual beginning Day 1

Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.

Job Summary

The Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is based on the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners' scope of practice. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Partners in developing and implementing performance improvement initiatives.

Essential Functions of the Role

• Conducts and documents detailed psycho‑social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient.
• Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource.
• Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Partners with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in developing and implementing plans.
• Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Ensures smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line.
• Partners with other healthcare team members to deploy the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and review, development, and participation in continuing education programs.
• Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho‑social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of human behavior, performance, differences in ability, personality, interests, psychosocial methods, and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
• Know the standards and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio‑psychosocial functioning of people, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
• Listening and relational skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
• Ability to gather, record, and evaluate data.
• Ability to help people in recognizing and solving problems.
• Ability to handle grief.

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.

Qualifications

• Education: Masters'
• Major: Social Work
• Experience: 1 Year of Experience
• Certification/License/Registration: Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX.