Director of Social Work

Director of Social Work – Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center – Midland, TX

Signet Health is recruiting for a Director of Social Work for a new, free‑standing psychiatric hospital located at the Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center in Midland, TX. The director leads the social work department, overseeing patient psychosocial needs, managing staff, developing programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, budgeting, and collaborating across departments to integrate social work into holistic care. Focus areas include discharge planning, resource linkage, and family support for optimal patient well-being.

• Leadership & Management – supervise social workers and clerical staff, staffing/hiring, scheduling, training, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Program Development – create, implement, and evaluate social work policies and programs to meet patient, family, and community needs.
• Patient Care Oversight – ensure psychosocial needs are met, coordinate counseling, manage discharge planning, and link patients to community resources (housing, healthcare).
• Compliance & Quality – maintain adherence to federal/state regulations (e.g., HIPAA), conduct documentation audits, and ensure timely, complete patient services.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration – work with administrators, medical staff, and other departments (like palliative care) to integrate social work into overall care.
• Budget & Resources – manage department budgets, allocate resources, and engage in grant writing as needed.
• Advocacy – advocate for patients, families, and policy changes related to social justice and effective care.

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) and state licensure (LMSW, LCSW).
• Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of social work principles, healthcare regulations, and community resources.
• Experience in program planning, budgeting, and staff supervision.

• Director

• Full-time

• Other

• Hospitals and Health Care