Social Worker II

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. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. 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.

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  Social Worker II
• Job Title: Social Worker II
• Agency: Health & Human Services Comm
• Department: Max Sec Psych  Psychology
• Posting Number: 10457
• Closing Date: 01/19/2026
• Posting Audience: Internal and External
• Occupational Category: Healthcare Support
• Salary Group: TEXAS-B-19
• Salary Range: $4,866.58-$6,335.66
• Pay Frequency: Monthly
• Shift: Day
• Telework: Not Eligible for Telework
• Travel: Up to 10%
• Regular/Temporary: Regular
• Full Time/Part Time: Full time
• FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
• Facility
  
  Location:
  
  Vernon State Hospital
• Job Location City: VERNON
• Job Location Address: 4730 COLLEGE DR
• Other Locations:
• MOS Codes: ,230X,42SX,4C0X1,68X,73A,HM

Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people s lives? Do you appreciate being around others who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HHSC is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.

HHSC is comprised of nine psychiatric hospitals, one youth residential treatment facility, and thirteen state supported living centers. The psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.

The Social Worker II performs and documents complex social services work including serving as a liaison between the individual, legally authorized representative, and others to assure ongoing care, treatment and support through the use of person-centered practices. This position gathers information to assess the individual s support systems and service needs, including participation in interdisciplinary team meetings, as needed. This position completes an initial social history, as well as maintains appropriate updates.

This position may also support the assessment of the individual s rights and capacity to make decisions and provides individual and group training to promote the exercise of rights. This position designs and provides individual and group training to promote the exercise of rights. This position assists with the coordination of admissions, transfers, transitions, and discharges, as needed. The Social Worker II works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

• Performs other duties as assigned, including disaster response and Continuity of Operations (COOP) activation. May require alternate shift patterns or locations.
• This position may be eligible to earn additional pay for work performed on maximum security locations.
• Attends work regularly and may work specific or rotating shifts, with possible on-call duties.
• Interviews individuals and representatives to determine needs, gather background information, and assess psychosocial, economic, and physical needs.
• Oversees communication between individuals, representatives, involved persons, agencies, and providers to ensure ongoing care and required authorizations.
• Assists with guardianship issues, living options, end-of-life planning, and rights discussions under applicable laws and center policies.
• Coordinates admissions, transfers, transitions, discharges, and related processes to ensure access to services using…