SRCH Licensed Masters Social Worker FT

Starcare Inc.; Lubbock (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

HSA contribution

Life insurance

Hospital indemnity plan

Retirement plan with employer match

PTO

13 paid holidays

Sabbatical leave

Longevity augmentations

Referral bonuses

Job summary

StarCare Specialty Health System in Lubbock, TX, is seeking a full-time Licensed Master Social Worker to join its hospital team. The role involves psychosocial assessments, discharge planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary treatment team to support recovery and continuity of care.

You will provide individual and group counseling, coordinate resources, and ensure compliance with Joint Commission and state regulations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential preferred.
• Minimum of one year of full-time experience in a mental health, behavioral health, or psychiatric care setting.
• Proficient in standard office equipment and technology (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).

Responsibilities

• Develops, implements, and monitors quality social work services for all patients.
• Coordinates treatment planning and court commitment procedures as required.
• Facilitates at least one patient group session per week and participates on hospital committees.
• Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team to promote continuity of care.
• Conducts psychosocial assessments and provides individual and family support.
• Collaborates with community agencies to support discharge needs.
• Provides counseling, discharge planning, and post-discharge coordination.
• Delivers individual and group therapeutic interventions as clinically indicated.
• Maintains consistent attendance and complies with regulations.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Documentation

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in Social Work

Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

StarCare Specialty Health System (StarCare) is seeking a full-time Licensed Masters Social Worker to join its outstanding Hospital team. The Licensed Masters Social Worker in the hospital provides essential support to patients receiving inpatient psychiatric care by assessing their psychosocial, emotional, and mental health needs and coordinating access to appropriate services and resources. They collaborate with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary treatment team to promote recovery, enhance patient well-being, and support successful discharge planning. The ideal Social Worker is compassionate, motivated, and patient-centered, with strong communication and problem-solving skills, a positive and professional demeanor, and a commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Responsibilities:

• Develops, implements, and monitors quality social work services, ensuring they are available to all patients admitted to Sunrise Canyon Hospital and comply with Joint Commission, Medicare, and Psychiatric Hospital Licensure requirements.
• Coordinates treatment planning and ensures all applicable court commitment procedures are completed in accordance with regulatory and legal requirements.
• Facilitates a minimum of one patient group session per week and actively participates on assigned hospital committees.
• Serves as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team, providing professional clinical social work services to address the holistic needs of patients, coordinate care within the hospital, and promote continuity of services across the continuum of care.
• Conducts psychosocial assessments and provides individual and family support services.
• Collaborates with and serves as a liaison to community agencies and resources to support patient treatment and discharge needs.
• Provides supportive counseling, completes social history assessments, develops discharge plans, coordinates post-discharge services, and delivers patient and family education to support recovery and successful transitions of care.
• Provides individual and group therapeutic interventions as clinically indicated.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance for the assigned work hours.
• Ensure all required training and credentials are current and compliant with Center, federal, state, and local regulations, in addition to StarCare policies and procedures.
• Complete special departmental projects and other responsibilities with similar skill and work conditions as assigned.
• Support all activities in alignment with StarCare’s mission, values, and operational goals.
  

Schedule:

This is a full-time, onsite, position scheduled Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm, with flexibility to meet the needs of the department.

StarCare offers Benefit eligible employees an expansive benefit package including but not limited to:

• Company-paid medical coverage
• fully funded employer contribution to HSA
• company-paid life insurance
• company paid hospital indemnity plan
• retirement plan with up to 12% employer match
• front loaded paid time off (PTO)
• thirteen (13) paid holidays
• sabbatical leave
• longevity augmentations
• employee referral augmentations

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Current Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential preferred.
• Minimum of one year of full-time experience in a mental health, behavioral health, or psychiatric care setting.
• Proficient in the use of standard office equipment and technology, including laptops and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, and Teams).
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with patients, families, healthcare providers, and community agencies.
• Must have a current Texas driver’s license and be insurable under the Center’s insurance.
• Must pass all required pre-employment and annual screenings applicable to the position or services provided, as required by law, regulation, or agency policy, which may include criminal background, nursing registry, MVR, and drug screening based on applicable requirements.

Skills & Abilities:

• Problem Solving: Ability to analyze situations, identify challenges, and develop effective solutions.
• Communication: Strong verbal, written, and electronic communication skills to convey information clearly and professionally.
• Collaboration: Ability to work effectively with others across teams and departments to achieve shared goals.
• Exhibiting Corporate Values: Demonstrates behaviors and decision-making aligned with the organization’s core values and mission.
• Documentation: Proficient in accurately recording, organizing, and maintaining information in various formats.
• Pro ductivity & Reliability: Demonstrates consistent performance, meets deadlines, manages time effectively, and maintains dependability in fulfilling job responsibilities.
• Job Specific Safety: Understands and follows safety protocols and procedures relevant to the role and work environment.

Summary

Welcome to StarCare Specialty Health System, where your passion for making a difference thrives! At StarCare, we imagine a community where all people have hope and the opportunity to achieve their full potential for health and wellbeing. Here’s why you should choose StarCare:

• Impactful Purpose: Contribute to meaningful change as the state-designated Local Authority for mental health, intellectual disabilities, and substance use disorders. Be a catalyst for positive empowerment.
• Comprehensive Care: StarCare offers a broad array of specialty healthcare services that support and empower people as valued members of the community.
• Collaborative Environment: StarCare is proud to work with a network of community stakeholders to ensure all people have access to the healthcare they need.
• Professional Growth: StarCare offers many different opportunities for growth in the fields of mental health, substance use disorders, aging, intellectual & developmental disabilities, veterans, and healthcare administration. Come grow your career with us!
• Legacy of Service: Since 1967, StarCare has provided hope and health to Lubbock, Hockley, Lynn, Crosby, and Cochran counties.

At StarCare Specialty Health System , your work is not a job. It’s a fulfilling journey of providing hope and supporting and empowering people as valued members of the community. Ready to get started? We’ve been waiting for you!

EEO Statement:

StarCare Specialty Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.