Social Worker MSW I

Society for Social Work and Research; Irving (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health in Irving, TX seeks a Social Worker MSW 1 to educate and advise patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This role follows the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners' scope of practice and coordinates services such as crisis intervention, bereavement, referrals, and discharge planning.

You will partner with the healthcare team to develop and implement plans, document assessments, and help patients navigate community resources.

Qualifications

• Masters in Social Work required.
• Active licensure: LCSW or LMSW or LMSW-AP for TX.
• Minimum 1 year of social work experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed psycho-social assessments.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans with the care team.
• Educate patients and families; provide advocacy and resources.
• Coordinate crisis intervention, bereavement, referrals, and discharge planning.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure smooth transitions of care.

Skills

Communication skills

Verbal and written communication

Data collection

Interpersonal skills

Education

MSW (Master of Social Work)

Licensure: LCSW/LMSW/LMSW-AP

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 10's -12pm-10:30pm

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.
• LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP.