Social Worker Job at Texas Health and Human Services in Kerrville

Overview

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement, and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.

Functional Title: Social Worker

Job Title: Social Worker III

Agency: Health & Human Services Commission

Department: PsychSecurity Direct Care

Posting Number: 9779

Closing Date: 11/04/2025

Posting Audience: Internal and External

Occupational Category: Healthcare Practitioners and Technical

Salary Group: TEXAS-B-21

Salary Range: $6,335.69 per month

Pay Frequency: Monthly

Shift: Day

Additional Shift: Days (First)

Telework: May be eligible; subject to state and agency telework policies and business needs.

Travel: Regular

Full Time/Part Time: Full time

FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Exempt

Facility Location: Kerrville State Hospital

Job Location City: Kerrville

Job Location Address: 721 Thompson Dr

Nearest Major Market: San Antonio

Responsibilities

• Perform and document highly complex social services work, serving as a liaison between patients, legally authorized representatives, and others to assure ongoing care, treatment, and support through person-centered practices.
• Provide individuals, families, and groups with psychosocial support to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses; gather information to assess an individual’s support systems and service needs; participate in interdisciplinary team meetings as needed.
• Assess an individual’s rights and capacity to make decisions; design and provide individual and group trainings to promote rights and patient transition, including curriculum and materials.
• Assist with coordination of furloughs, transfers, transitions, and discharges as needed.
• Interview and converse with individuals, legally authorized representatives, and involved persons to maintain the individual’s social history and identify psychosocial, economic, and physical needs, with updates as appropriate.
• Coordinate communication and information exchange with involved parties and providers to assure ongoing care and support, including required notifications and consent where needed.
• Counsel and assist individuals and representatives regarding community placement issues, living options, end-of-life planning, and rights in accordance with state and federal laws and policies.
• Provide information, counseling, and referrals for other services; deliver case management or interventions to promote health and address barriers to access to care.
• Design and conduct individual and group trainings to promote rights, decision-making, person-centered thinking, and self-advocacy skills; develop curriculum and training materials for patients and stakeholders.

Qualifications and KSAs

• Requires Bachelor’s degree (or foreign equivalent) in Psychology, Social Work, or a related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation; one (1) year of experience working directly with persons with mental, social, or substance use disorders.

Registrations, Licensure, and Certifications

• Maintain licensure according to the Texas Board of Social Work Examiners; Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW).

Additional Details

• Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified.
• ADA accommodations available during hiring and selection; contact HHSC for assistance with the online application or interview accommodations.
• Pre-employment checks may include background checks; E-Verify is used; bring I-9 documentation on first day.
• Telework eligibility may apply; subject to policy and supervisory discretion.