Social Worker II

Harlingen Medical Center • Harlingen, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a Social Worker II, also referred to as a Clinical Social Worker or Medical Social Worker. The Medical Social Worker will support patients and families by addressing emotional, social, and practical needs related to illness or injury. Medical Social Workers assist with discharge planning, crisis intervention, and connecting patients to community resources and services. Working as part of an interdisciplinary team, they help ensure comprehensive, patient-centered care.

Requirements

• Masters Degree in Social Work related field OR.
• Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy or related field.
• In states without required licensure, then current registration with State Board is required within 3 months of hire. In states with required licensure, license required at time of hire and must be maintained.
• Behavioral Violence Prevention Training within 3 months of hire and maintain current.
• Minimum one (1) year hospital or Outpatient experience with emphasis in mental health care.
• Experience in working with a diverse population with a wide range of problems (i.e., death and dying, maternal and child care, substance abuse, disability, chronic illness, etc.).

Nice To Haves

• Current BCLS (AHA) certificate upon hire and maintain current preferred.

Responsibilities

• Psychosocial assessments: evaluate the emotional, social, and environmental needs of patients to identify challenges affecting recovery and care
• Discharge planning: coordinate safe and appropriate discharge plans, including referrals to home health, rehabilitation, nursing facilities, or community services
• Crisis intervention: provide support during emergencies, such as trauma, end-of-life decisions, abuse, or mental health crises
• Patient and family support: offer counseling, education, and advocacy to help patients and their families cope with illness, stress, or difficult diagnoses
• Resource connection: link patients to financial assistance, housing, transportation, mental health services, and other community resources

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options
• Many other amazing benefits
• Full benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level