Social Worker MSW-Prosper ER

CCProsper Cook Children's Medical Center - Prosper; Prosper (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cook Children’s Health Care System is seeking a licensed LMSW social worker to deliver direct social work services in the Emergency Department and assist on other floors as needed. The role requires strong communication, problem-solving, and the ability to handle difficult conversations with patients and families.

The position emphasizes care coordination, discharge planning, and collaboration with Case Management within a high-volume pediatric hospital environment in Texas.

Qualifications

• MSW/MSSW from an accredited school of Social Work.
• Hospital setting experience preferred, especially with children and families.
• Current Texas LMSW license; BLS certification within 30 days of employment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct social work services to patients and families in the Emergency Department.
• Assist across floors as needed during scheduled shift.
• Communicate effectively on difficult topics and problem-solve in fast-paced environments.
• Support care coordination and discharge planning as part of Case Management.

Skills

Effective communication

Problem solving

Critical thinking

Education

MSW/MSSW

Job description

Location: Medical Center-Prosper Department: Case Management Shift: Third Shift (United States of America) Standard Weekly Hours: 40

Summary: The LMSW Social Worker provides direct social work services to patients and their families who utilize the Emergency Department of Cook Children’s Health Care System. This position requires an assertive person who is able to communicate effectively, problem solve, and think critically. This position requires dialogue with individuals regarding difficult topics. This Social Worker will be available to other floors during the scheduled shift to assist with any social work needs.

Schedule: Monday-Friday 4:00 pm-12:30 am

Education & Experience: MSW/MSSW from an accredited school of Social Work. Previous experience in a hospital setting and some prior experience working with children and families is preferred.

Certification/Licensure: Current Texas License for LMSW. Basis Life Support (BLS) Certification for Health Care Providers required within 30 days of employment and must be maintained per Medical Center Policy, MC 175.

About Us: Cook Children’s is an equal opportunity employer.

As such, Cook Children’s offers equal employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, pregnancy, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal laws.

These opportunities include terms, conditions and privileges of employment, including but not limited to hiring, job placement, training, compensation, discipline, advancement and termination.

Cook Children’s is a Texas-only employer. If you are hired, you will need to maintain your primary residence within the state of Texas, along with all licenses and credentials required for your position throughout your employment.

Promise, a strong word with deep meaning that everyone understands—especially kids. This is the foundation of our organization and what drives us to blaze new trails in medical care, research, advanced technology, as well as programs and initiatives that benefit children who may not otherwise have access to quality health care. Every day our employees come to work with the intention of keeping our Promise. It's the guiding principle that helps our patients and their families get better and stay healthy. As a member of our Cook Children’s team, you can be an important part of making that happen.