Social Worker at Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center in Lubbock, Texas

Job Description:

Extended Job Title

Social Worker

Org Level 1

Texas Tech Univ Health Sciences Ctr

Org Level 7

691209 - RMF - Admin

Position Description

Performs advanced level social work. Supervises lower level clinical social workers and/or ancillary staff.

Requisition ID

38587BR

Travel Required

Up to 25%

Pay Grade Maximum

$31.73 hourly

Major/Essential Functions

• Actively participates in daily WRMF plan of care meetings


• Assists and coordinates with patients, patient's families and other agencies to ensure continuity of care for patients releasing from prison.


• Performs a variety of complex case management tasks


• Communicates w/ TTUHSC medical staff and TDCJ administration the designation of Critically/Seriously ill patients and those on hospice care


•  Provides status updates to patient's designated recipients of their PHI


• Maintain physical, psychological and personal safety and the safety of coworkers, IP's, security and the community.


• Maintain current social work license and required certifications


• Support the Values Based Culture of Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center.

About Managed Care:

Since 1989, TTUHSC Managed Care has served as a healthcare delivery service, providing high quality, low cost healthcare to patients within the Texas Department of Criminal Justice system. We provide medical, mental health, and dental services to patients in 22 facilities throughout West Texas. Managed Care emphasizes our values-based culture in all we do. You can learn more about TTUHSC Managed Care by visiting our website HERE.
This valuable team member shall perform work in a manner that reflects the Values of TTUHSC:

• ONE TEAM: Unite and include diverse perspectives to achieve our mission


• KINDHEARTED: Exceed expectations with a kind heart, helping hands, and a positive attitude


• INTEGRITY: Be honorable and trustworthy even when no one is looking


• VISIONARY: Nurture innovative ideas, bold explorations, and a pioneering spirit


• BEYOND SERVICE: Create and deliver positive defining moments

Take care of yourself and your family. Enjoy some of the best benefits in the state of Texas:

• Comprehensive Benefits Package


• Training


• Continuing Education


• Loan Forgiveness Program


• Retiree Insurance


• Paid Leave


• Leadership Program


• State Pension

 

Grant Funded?

No

Pay Grade Minimum

$24.04 hourly

Pay Basis

Hourly

Work Location

Lubbock

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a medical setting such as  home health, hospice, or in a hospital setting is a plus. 


• Experience providing care and services to people of varying socio-economical and educational backgrounds.


• Bilingual in Spanish and English

Campus

HSC - Correctional Managed Health Care

Department

RMF - Admin

Required Attachments

Resume / CV

Job Type

Full Time

Pay Statement

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website.

Job Group

Social Services

Occasional Duties



Other duties as assigned to meet the objectives and goals of the social work department.

Shift

Day

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
 

Required Qualifications



Education:

A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree (B. A.) from an approved accredited four-year college or university in a behavioral science.
License/Certification:  Credentialed as a Certified Social Worker.

Jeanne Clery Act

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. You can locate this report through our website at: https://www.ttuhsc.edu/emergency/clery-report.aspx.
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