Social Worker II

$45,521 - $71,055/Yr

Texas Health and Human Services - Carthage, TX

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Carthage, TX

1,001-5,000 employees

Social Assistance

About the position

The Social Worker II position at the Texas Department of State Health Services involves providing complex and comprehensive public health social work and case management services for children with special health care needs, high-risk pregnant women, and the general public. The role requires conducting assessments, collaborating with medical providers, and maintaining accurate documentation while working under general supervision. The position also includes community engagement and education about available services.

Responsibilities

• Provide complex and specialized social work consultation and comprehensive case management services to families.
• Conduct home visits for comprehensive assessment of home environment and needs.
• Assist families with the eligibility determination process for various health programs.
• Maintain documentation of work activities, including monthly reports and case summaries.
• Conduct comprehensive assessments to determine eligibility and need for personal care services.
• Provide consultation, presentations, and training to service providers and contractors.
• Participate in community organization functions and collaborate with other entities on health and social work issues.
• Attend trainings and conferences relevant to the job to meet licensing requirements.
• Participate in disaster response and recovery efforts as needed.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted license to practice social work in the State of Texas.
• Bachelor's or graduate degree from a Council on Social Work Education accredited college or university.
• Knowledge of Case Management principles and practices.
• Knowledge of children's programs such as Medicaid, CSHCN, and CPS/Foster Care.
• Skill in using computer software programs including MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
• Ability to work effectively as a team member in an interdisciplinary setting.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's Degree preferred.
• Bilingual (Spanish) preferred.

Benefits

• Insurance coverage through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan.
• Access to early career pathways and professional development opportunities.