https://careers.mhanational.org Latest MHA Career Center Jobs Thu, 30 Apr 2026 04:11:13 Z https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22240128/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22240128/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i Temple, Texas, JOB SUMMARY Weekend & Weekday Coverage needed! The PRN/PT Social Worker MSW 1 provides patients and family members with the education and advice needed to cope with issues which arise from various emotional or physical problems as outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners scope of practice. Coordinates a variety of services including crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning and implementation, and psychosocial assessments. Collaborates in the development and implementation of performance improvement initiatives. Location: Temple, TX - Baylor Scott & White Memorial Hospital Setting: Case Management Schedule: PRN Weekends & Weekdays needed ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Employs advanced practice methods in the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource. Provides or supervises plan of care interventions to include resource and referral assistance, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling as appropriate. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in the development and implementation of plans. Serves as a liaison with the community resources and their staff to facilitate smooth transition and placement of the patients within the assigned service line. Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and analysis, development, and participation in continuing education programs. Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. KEY SUCCESS FACTORS Knowledge of human behavior, performance, individual differences in ability, personality, interests, psychosocial methods, and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Knowledge of the principles and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations and communities. Listening and interpersonal skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and analyze data. Ability to assist individuals in recognizing and solving problems. Ability to handle grief. BENEFITS Our competitive benefits package includes the following - Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits - 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% - Tuition Reimbursement - PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level   QUALIFICATIONS - EDUCATION - Masters' - MAJOR - Social Work - EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience - CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION -       &nbspLic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of the following through the state of TX: LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:16:39 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22220227/social-worker-msw-i https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22220227/social-worker-msw-i Mckinney, Texas, About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Location: McKinney, TX Setting: Case Management Schedule: FT Mon-Friday Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is based on the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners' scope of practice. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Partners in developing and implementing performance improvement initiatives. Essential Functions of the Role Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource. Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Partners with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in developing and implementing plans. Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Ensures smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line. Partners with other healthcare team members to deploy the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and review, development, and participation in continuing education programs. Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Key Success Factors Knowledge of human behavior, performance, differences in ability, personality, interests, psychosocial methods, and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Know the standards and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of people, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Listening and relational skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and evaluate data. Ability to help people in recognizing and solving problems. Ability to handle grief. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Masters' MAJOR - Social Work EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX. LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:16:39 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22212387/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22212387/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i Temple, Texas, About Us PRN Weekends & Weekdays needed! Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Location: Temple, TX - Baylor Scott & White McLane's Children's Hospital Setting: Case Management - Pediatrics Schedule: PRN Weekends & Weekdays needed! Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The PRN/PT Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Collaborates on performance improvement initiatives. Essential Functions of the Role Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource. Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in planning. Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Facilitates smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line. Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and examination, development, and participation in continuing education programs. Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Key Success Factors Knowledge of human behavior, performance, personal differences in ability, personality, and interests. Understanding psychosocial methods and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Know the principles and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Listening and interpersonal skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and examine data. Ability to assist people in recognizing and solving problems. Ability to handle grief. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Masters' MAJOR - Social Work EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX: LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:16:39 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22210696/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22210696/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i Temple, Texas, About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Location: Temple, TX Setting: Case Management Schedule: Part Time- T/W/Th one week from 0800-1630, second week of pay period 2 days between T/W/Th 0800-1630 Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The PRN/PT Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Collaborates on performance improvement initiatives. Essential Functions of the Role Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource. Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in planning. Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Facilitates smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line. Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and examination, development, and participation in continuing education programs. Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Key Success Factors Knowledge of human behavior, performance, personal differences in ability, personality, and interests. Understanding psychosocial methods and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Know the principles and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Listening and interpersonal skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and examine data. Ability to assist people in recognizing and solving problems. Ability to handle grief. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Masters' MAJOR - Social Work EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX: LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:16:39 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22197842/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22197842/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i Temple, Texas, About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Location: Temple, TX - 1901 SW H K Dodgen Loop, Temple, 76502 Setting: Case Management Schedule: PRN Weekends & Weekdays Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The PRN/PT Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Collaborates on performance improvement initiatives. Essential Functions of the Role Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource. Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in planning. Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Facilitates smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line. Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and examination, development, and participation in continuing education programs. Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Key Success Factors Knowledge of human behavior, performance, personal differences in ability, personality, and interests. Understanding psychosocial methods and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Know the principles and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Listening and interpersonal skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and examine data. Ability to assist people in recognizing and solving problems. Ability to handle grief. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Masters' MAJOR - Social Work EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX: LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:16:39 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22231648/social-worker-msw-i https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22231648/social-worker-msw-i Waco, Texas, About Us  7a-7p Weekday and Weekends - Rotating Weekends  Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Location: Waco, TX  Setting: Case Management Schedule: Full Time - 12 hr, 7a-7p Weekday and Weekends - Rotating Weekends  Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is based on the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners' scope of practice. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Partners in developing and implementing performance improvement initiatives. Essential Functions of the Role Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource. Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, patient advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Partners with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in developing and implementing plans. Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Ensures smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line. Partners with other healthcare team members to deploy the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and review, development, and participation in continuing education programs. Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Key Success Factors Knowledge of human behavior, performance, differences in ability, personality, interests, psychosocial methods, and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Know the standards and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of people, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Listening and relational skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and evaluate data. Ability to help people in recognizing and solving problems. Ability to handle grief. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Masters' MAJOR - Social Work EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX. LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:16:39 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22191666/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22191666/prn-pt-social-worker-msw-i College Station, Texas, About Us PRN - Weekends & Weekdays needed! Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Location: College Station, TX - 700 Scott & White Drive, College Station, 77845 Setting: Case Management Schedule: PRN Weekends & Weekdays needed! Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The PRN/PT Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Collaborates on performance improvement initiatives. Essential Functions of the Role Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource. Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in planning. Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Facilitates smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line. Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes. Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and examination, development, and participation in continuing education programs. Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Key Success Factors Knowledge of human behavior, performance, personal differences in ability, personality, and interests. Understanding psychosocial methods and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Know the principles and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Listening and interpersonal skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications. Ability to gather, record, and examine data. Ability to assist people in recognizing and solving problems. Ability to handle grief. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Masters' MAJOR - Social Work EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX: LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:16:39 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22237509/care-manager-ii-case-management-full-time https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22237509/care-manager-ii-case-management-full-time Longview, Texas, Description Summary: The Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and advocates on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitor patient length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which impact health status to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provides education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have the ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must be understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred) or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager I Position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience in lieu of education required. Experience Two or more years clinical experience with one year in the acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LMSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in CHRISTUS Care Manager I role. Certification in Case Management preferred. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22217304/care-manager-ii-case-management https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22217304/care-manager-ii-case-management New Braunfels, Texas, Description CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels? strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.   Summary: The Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and advocates on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitor patient length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which impact health status to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provides education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have the ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must be understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred) or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager I Position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience in lieu of education required. Experience Two or more years clinical experience with one year in the acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LMSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in CHRISTUS Care Manager I role. Certification in Case Management preferred. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Full Time Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22215148/care-manager-ii-case-management https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22215148/care-manager-ii-case-management Corpus Christi, Texas, Description CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.  The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites  A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine  Accredited Chest Pain Center  Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team  Summary: The Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and advocates on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitor patient length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which impact health status to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provides education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have the ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must be understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred) or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager I Position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience in lieu of education required. Experience Two or more years clinical experience with one year in the acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LMSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in CHRISTUS Care Manager I role. Certification in Case Management preferred. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22215118/care-manager-ii-case-management https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22215118/care-manager-ii-case-management Corpus Christi, Texas, Description CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline overlooking Corpus Christi Bay is the largest and foremost acute care medical facility in the region, with a full range of diagnostic and surgical specialty services in cardiac, cancer, and stroke care. It is the leading emergency facility in the area with a Level II Trauma Center in the Coastal Bend, staffed with physicians and nurses specially trained in emergency services.  The Pavilion and North Tower house a state-of-the-art emergency department, ICU, Cardiac Cath Lab and surgical suites  A teaching facility in affiliation with the Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine  Accredited Chest Pain Center  Accredited Joint Commission Stroke Team  Summary: The Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and advocates on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitor patient length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which impact health status to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provides education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have the ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must be understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred) or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager I Position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience in lieu of education required. Experience Two or more years clinical experience with one year in the acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LMSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in CHRISTUS Care Manager I role. Certification in Case Management preferred. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22184680/care-manager-ii-case-management https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22184680/care-manager-ii-case-management New Braunfels, Texas, Description Summary: The Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital - New Braunfels (CSRH-NB), nestled in the heart of downtown New Braunfels, is a full-service, 94-private bed facility that continues to expand to meet the needs of New Braunfels? strong population growth. Innovative equipment and procedures are utilized, including an Outpatient Imaging Center, orthopedic and surgical services, rehabilitation, a renovated birthing center, including 24/7 neonatal coverage, emergency care, wound care/hyperbaric center, 3D mammography, and comprehensive heart care, from diagnostics to open-heart surgery.  Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and advocates on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitor patient length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which impact health status to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provides education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have the ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must be understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred) or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager I Position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience in lieu of education required. Experience Two or more years clinical experience with one year in the acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LMSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in CHRISTUS Care Manager I role. Certification in Case Management preferred. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: 8AM - 5PM Monday-Friday Work Type: Part Time Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22202298/social-worker-msw-ii https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22202298/social-worker-msw-ii Round Rock, Texas, About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well. Location: Round Rock, TX Setting: Case Management Schedule: Full Time - Monday-Friday   Our Core Values are: We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart. We never settle by constantly striving for better. We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve. We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience. Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include: Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5% Tuition Reimbursement PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level. Job Summary The Social Worker MSW 2 offers complex education, consultation, and advice to patients and families. This helps them cope with emotional or physical issues as outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. The role includes coordinating services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. The social worker also partners in developing and implementing performance improvement initiatives. Essential Functions of the Role Conducts and documents difficult and delicate specialized psycho-social assessments/evaluations to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient. Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource. Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Partners with the healthcare team and involves the patient or family in developing and implementing plans. Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Ensures smooth transition and placement of the patient within the assigned service line. Provides consultation and guidance to other social services staff. Partners with healthcare team members to deliver interdisciplinary care and achieve positive outcomes. Drives performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and research, development, and participation in continuing education programs. Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Provides backup supervisory help for the department under leadership direction. Runs performance improvement initiatives within or outside the department. Participates in research activities for academic publication, conference presentation, or clinical practice change in healthcare systems. Represents the hospital or social work profession on community boards and professional organizations. This includes the National Association of Social Workers or American Case Management Association. Participates in college or university councils, government or city initiatives, linking the health care system to the community. Provides field instructor services to social work schools. Trains Bachelor or Master's program interns in hospital or health care settings. Key Success Factors Knowledge of human behavior, performance, differences in ability, personality, interests, psychosocial methods, and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders. Know the standards and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of people, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities. Listening and relational skills. Verbal and written communication skills. Skill in the use of computers and related software applications. Advanced practice skills in the development, implementation and evaluation of treatment plans. Ability to perform extremely complex and specialized casework services. Ability to gather, record, and evaluate data. Ability to help people in recognizing and solving problems. Ability to give advice and consultation to other social workers. Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported. QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION - Masters' MAJOR - Social Work EXPERIENCE - 2 Years of Experience CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of the following through the state of TX: LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:16:39 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22200732/social-worker-care-manager-i https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22200732/social-worker-care-manager-i Houston, Texas, Job Number: 179379, Job Title: Social Worker Care Manager I, Salary: $73,424.00 - $93,620.80 Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital, Houston, TX, 77026, US --> Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet(r) nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston. Job Summary The Inpatient Social Worker Care Manager I (SWCM I) facilitates the collaborative interdisciplinary process of case management encompassing assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, and evaluation appropriate to the scope of licensure in a hospital setting. The SWCM I helps patients and their families address and resolve the social, financial, and psychological problems related to their health condition. The SWCM I identifies options and advocates for services to meet the patient's and family's comprehensive needs with available resources to promote quality cost-effective outcomes. SWCM I help people assess and solve problems in their lives. Challenges range from physical and mental illness to domestic violence; additional duties depend on the type of population served. The SWCM I systematically intervenes to provide clinical social work and complex discharge planning assistance to patients and their families who experience complex psychosocial needs. The SWCM I will provide assistance with eligibility determination for social programs, as well as assist in qualifying for community assistance from a variety of sources or agencies. The SWCM I offers crisis intervention and/ or mental health assessment to patients and families, coordinates and facilitates the development of a multidisciplinary discharge plan of care for high-risk patient populations. This role will participate in an interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure that psychosocial issues are addressed as required across the continuum of care. The SWCM I participates in quality improvement activities, exemplifies professionalism, and promotes a customer-friendly environment by utilizing ServiceFIRST behaviors in interactions with patients, families, and staff members. Minimum Qualifications Degree: Graduation from an accredited school of Social Work with a Master's degree in Social Work Licensure/Certification: a. Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or (LCSW) b. Holds a current licensure in the State of Texas c. Certified Case Manager (CCM) or Accredited Case Manager (ACM) (both preferred) d. Basic Life Support Work Experience: Prior experience as Social worker preferred Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Exceptional Verbal (e.g., Public Speaking), Writing /Composing (Correspondence/Reports) Bilingual Skills Required: No, Spanish preferred Proficiencies: PC, MS Word Job Attributes: Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Analytical, Medical Terms, Mathematics Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, Travel, On-Call Equipment Operated: PC and office equipment related to job duties Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:47:53 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22240783/social-worker https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22240783/social-worker Houston, Texas, Summary The Social Worker will work in the Post-9/11 Military2VA (M2VA) Case Management Program within the Social Work Service. The mission is to facilitate the seamless transition of Active-Duty Service Member / Veteran (SM/V) to MEDVAMC. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Education: Have a master's degree in Social Work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the school of social work is fully accredited Note: A doctoral degree in Social Work may NOT be substituted for the master's degree in Social Work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Exception VHA may waive the licensure or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified - pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure/certification examinations This exception only applies at the GS-9 grade level For the GS-11 grade level and above - the candidate must be licensed or certified For appointments at the GS-9 grade level - VHA social workers who are not licensed or certified at the time of appointment must become licensed or certified at the independent - master's level within three years of their appointment as a social worker Most states require two years of post-MSW experience as a prerequisite to taking the licensure/certification exam - and VHA gives social workers one additional year to pass the licensure/certification exam May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates Social Worker - GS 09 Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to work with Veterans and family members from various socioeconomic - cultural - ethnic - educational - and other diversified backgrounds utilizing counseling skills Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS 11 Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level OR Education In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational and other diversified backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Preferred Experience: A minimum of two years of social work case management experience with Veterans Understanding the unique challenges faced by Post-9/11 era veterans - such as employment/education barriers - mental health - and physical limitations Experience providing comprehensive case management - psychosocial assessment - and counseling to individuals with complex needs Direct experience working with veterans - their families - and caregivers Educating veterans on VA benefits and services Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation - see Duties section for essential job duties of the position May require standing - lifting - carrying - sitting - stooping - bending - puling - and pushing May be required to wear personal protective equipment and undergo annual TB screening or testing as conditions of employment Work Environment: Work is performed in an office/clinic setting with minimal risks that requires normal safety precautions the area is adequately lighted - heated - and ventilated However - the work environment requires someone with the ability to handle several tasks at once in sometimes stressful situations. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Responsibilities include and are not limited to: Supporting and demonstrating commitment to the mission - policies - directives - and procedures of United States Department of Veteran Affairs - (VA) - the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - the appropriate Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) - and MEDVAMC Adhering to VHA case management practice and process standards Contacting transitioning Service members and Veterans prior to transfer to VA to facilitate their registration - enrollment - initial VA appointment scheduling or inpatient admission and provide education on VA care - services and benefits Collaborating with VA medical facility Enrollment and Eligibility staff to initiate verification of Service member and Veteran eligibility and completion of eligibility procedures Screening and assessing for case management needs - clinical reminders - and risk factors - including and not limited to suicide - food security - and homelessness Independently conducts psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various social-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational - and other diversified backgrounds Collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to develop a care management plan and psychosocial interventions Evaluates the need for mental health services and makes appropriate referrals for individual - group - marital and family treatment services Coordinating any necessary appointments and services at the VA medical facility under TRICARE that the Service member will use while still on active duty including terminal leave and convalescent leave Providing case management during transitions of care for service members and Post- 9/11 era Veterans Transitions include - but are not limited to: Transfer from a Department of Defense (DoD) military treatment facility (MTF) or other VA medical facility Change in Veteran's psychosocial status (e.g. - perception and level of social support - significant relationship stressors - abuse - separation - death of a family member - change in employment status - substance use) Significant change in health or functional status and level of care coordination need (e.g. - newly diagnosed acute or chronic health condition) Provides consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health case and compliance with treatment Serves as an advocate for Post 9/11 service members and/or Veterans and their families - helping them access needed services at the facility - at other VA facilities - and in the community Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings - appropriate facility meetings - and Social Work meetings As a member of SWS the selectee is accountable and responsible for: Providing sufficient clinical care for competency assessment - peer review - and credentialing and privileging processes Maintain Social Work licensing and VA credentialing requirements Participating in data collection and practice standardization activities The position necessitates occasional travel to attend outreach and community events This travel is essential for building relationships - providing services - and promoting the organization's mission within the community Work Schedule: Monday- Friday - 7:30 am - 4:00 pm - subject to change based on facility needs Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior work experience or military service experience.? Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 1280F and 01281F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22191131/care-manager-iii-case-management-full-time https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22191131/care-manager-iii-case-management-full-time Beaumont, Texas, Description Hiring bonus incentive of $10,000 for a 2-year commitment. Summary: The Care Manager (CM) III works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating, and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating the efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies, and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as a resource and provides support related to treatment decisions and end-of-life issues. Closely monitor the patient's length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interview patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors that impact health status to develop a comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding the post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provide education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve as a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have an understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have the ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients, and their families. Must have an understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must be able to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in the office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills BSN or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager II position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience (in lieu of education requirement) which includes: Demonstrated leadership skills ? formal or informal. Demonstrated willingness to mentor team members including onboarding and orienting new associates. Demonstrated problem-solving skills. Demonstrated a positive approach in difficult and challenging situations. Demonstrated agent for change and change management. Experience 5 years of experience in the clinical setting with at least 3 years in the acute care setting required. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LCSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LMSW is accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in a CM II role within CHRISTUS Health. CM Certification preferred. BLS preferred. Work Schedule: TBD Work Type: Full Time EEO is the law - click below for more information:  https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at (844) 257-6925. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22188581/occupational-therapist https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22188581/occupational-therapist Dallas, Texas, Summary Organization/Department: Program I - Wheelchair Prescription and Issuance Clinic and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) clinics in the Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service - VA North Texas Health Care System - (VANTHCS) - Dallas - Texas. The Organizational Location of the Position: VA North Texas Health Care System (VANTHCS) - Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Service Program VII. The primary assignment location is Dallas VA Medical Center. Qualifications Basic Requirements: Citizenship Be a citizen of the United States Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education and/or Experience The individual must meet at least one of the following requirements below: (a) Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and two (2) years of experience as an occupational therapist NOTE: The baccalaureate degree must be from an approved program prior to the AOTA January 1 - 2005 decision that the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE) would only accredit master or doctoral degree programs in occupational therapy OR (b) Bachelor's degree in occupational therapy and two (2) full years of graduate education in a related field NOTE: The baccalaureate degree must be from an approved program prior to the AOTA January 1 - 2005 decision that ACOTE would only accredit master or doctoral degree programs in occupational therapy OR (c) Master's Degree or higher in occupational therapy Individuals must be a graduate of a degree program in occupational therapy approved by the ACOTE or predecessor organizations This is inclusive of an internship (supervised fieldwork experience required by the educational institution) ACOTE is the only accreditation agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and the Council for Higher Education Accreditation Degree programs may be verified by contacting the American Occupational Therapy Association website or at their office address: American Occupational Therapy Association - P.O Box 31220 - Bethesda - MD 20824-1220 Foreign Graduates Graduates of foreign occupational therapy programs meet the requirements of subparagraph 3b(2) if they have a current - full - active and unrestricted license referred to in subparagraph 3e of this appendix Certification Candidates must possess a current NBCOT certification as an OT State Licensure Candidates must possess a full - current - and unrestricted state license - to practice occupational therapy in a state - territory or Commonwealth of the United States (i.e. - Puerto Rico) - or in the District of Columbia Loss of Credential An employee in this occupation who fails to maintain [the required state or territorial licensure and the NBCOT certification - both current and in good standing -] must be removed from the occupation - which may result in termination of employment Exceptions for the Graduate Occupational Therapist (1) OT graduates from an approved occupational therapy program who otherwise meet the minimum qualification requirements - but who do not possess NBCOT certification and/or state licensure - may be appointed - pending certification and/or licensure -] as a graduate OT on a full-time temporary appointment] not-to-exceed two years under the authority of 38 U.S.C. § 7405(c)(2) (2) Graduate OTs may only be appointed at the GS-9 grade level and may not be promoted/converted to the GS-11 level until licensure and/or certification is obtained For grades levels at or above the developmental GS-11 grade level - the OT must be certified and licensed (3) A graduate OT may provide care only under the direct supervision of a licensed OT who meets all state regulatory requirements (4) Temporary graduate OT appointments may not be extended beyond two years - or converted to a new temporary appointment May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation More information: Occupational Therapist Qualification Standard Grade Determinations: Occupational Therapist - GS-09 Education - Experience - or Licensure None beyond the basic requirements Assignments Individuals assigned at the GS-9 grade level serve as OT practitioners in a career development position progressively expanding their ability to provide assessment and treatment interventions for a wide range of human function systems The entry level therapist has a basic foundation of OT and generally practices independently OTs at this level typically have guidance from more experienced therapists OTs that are not licensed must practice under the supervision of a licensed OT Occupational Therapist - GS-11 Education - Experience - or Licensure (a) Completion of one year of experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level and directly related to the position being filled or (b) Three years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a degree in occupational therapy or a directly related field or (c) Doctorate in occupational therapy Demonstrated [Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities (KSAs) In addition to the experience or education above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of occupational therapy practice (b) Ability to administer/interpret evaluation findings to develop and coordinate intervention plans - including goals and methods of treatment (c) Ability to implement intervention plans directly or in collaboration with others (d) Skill in monitoring an individual's response to interventions and modify treatment plans and reevaluating as indicated (e) Ability to communicate and or collaborate with patients - family members - caregivers - interdisciplinary professionals and/or other individuals verbally and in writing (f) Knowledge of health and safety regulations to minimize risk in the provision of patient care and the environment of care (g) Knowledge of applicable regulations governing documentation - reimbursement and workload entry in accordance with established professional practice Assignment OTs at this grade level practice independently and are responsible for the assessment of functional and occupational roles using standardized tools The OT modifies standardized and non-standardized evaluation tools OTs select and provide direct occupational therapy interventions and procedures with routine complexity to enhance safety - wellness - performance in activities of daily living (ADL) and instrumental activities of daily living (IADL) - education - work - play - leisure - and social participation Occupational therapists require guidance with higher complexity conditions OTs demonstrate an understanding of the theories of treatment in occupational therapy and their proper application through the use of activity analysis - behavioral intervention - frame of references - and therapeutic procedures They are assigned to all program areas within VHA and provide professional - independent occupational therapy services Occupational Therapist - GS-12 Education - Experience - and Licensure Completion of one year of experience equivalent to at the GS-11 grade level and directly related to the position being filled Demonstrated KSAs In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of occupational therapy principles and techniques consistent with current clinical standards based on OT theory and evidence based practice Knowledge is inclusive of physical - occupational - cognitive - and psychosocial functional deficits (b) Ability to collaborate and communicate orally and in writing with all internal and external stakeholders (c) Ability to use critical analysis - clinical reasoning - and creativity to independently solve complex problems related to adapting and modifying assessments - treatment plans - activities and procedures to meet the needs of patients (d) Skill in procuring - fabricating - adjusting - adapting - and modifying orthoses - splints - and adaptive equipment for activities of daily living (inclusive of durable medical equipment (e) Ability to conduct OT related in-service and clinical training Assignment OTs at this level practice independently and are responsible for comprehensive assessment of functional and occupational roles using standardized and non-standardized evaluation tools Continued in Additional Information . Duties In this position the Occupational Therapist/OT has skills and knowledge in techniques for applying care targeting prescription - evaluation - and fitting of custom wheelchair positioning - seating - and mobility systems - self-care and Activities of Daily Living (ADL ) needs for Veterans with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS ) Spinal Cord Injury disorders (SCL/D) and other neuromuscular - musculoskeletal and movement diagnoses in inpatient and outpatient settings.an outpatient population OTs practice independently and are responsible for comprehensive assessment of functional and occupational roles using standardized and non-standardized evaluation tools He/she provides direct occupational therapy interventions and procedures with higher degrees of complexity The OT embraces evidenced based practice standards in diagnosis - examination - management - intervention - treatment - and outcome measurement Duties include but are not limited to: Patient Care: Performs patient evaluations Veterans are scheduled for evaluation considering caseload complexity and acuity of medical condition Coordinates Veteran schedule with other interdisciplinary team members Recognizes the appropriateness of treatment based on indications - precautions - and contraindications (e.g pharmacological) and uses professional judgement to initiate consultation to the appropriate provider Treatment Implementation: Evaluation findings are used to develop and implement comprehensive patient treatment plans including objective - measurable goals and timeliness for completion These goals are developed in collaboration with the patient - family and/or stakeholder input Implements complex and innovative therapeutic techniques not limited to: Therapeutic media - lifestyle coping skills and modifications - complementary and alternative modalities (CAM) - cognitive therapy and mobility training to maintain or achieve veteran's physical and/or emotional rehabilitation potential .Independently develops and implements comprehensive and advanced therapeutic programs and technique Recognizes and responds to adverse reactions and emergency situations of the patient during the session and modifies the plan of care Documents treatment progression and/or modifications accordingly Provides the equipment - materials - instruction - encouragement - or counseling necessary to promote functional mobility and activities performance Demonstrates knowledge - experience and skills in the prescription - fitting - and training in the use of specialty equipment This includes needs for orthotics - static and dynamic (custom and/or prefabricated) - assistive technology - wheelchair mobility - lifts and lift systems - devices for activities of daily living - modalities (electrical stimulation - ultrasound - etc.) - and other devices May need consultation with more experienced clinician or clinical specialist - if necessary Develops Home Programs for patients as indicated at discharge Instructs significant others in ways to assist patient to carry out home program in the use of equipment and adaptive/assistive devices issued Administrative Functions Understands and adheres to department - program - and facility procedures Receive and triage patient referrals/consults - patient self-referrals - adheres to consult compliance established guidelines and is knowledgeable of admission criteria for each program (inpatient/outpatient) for appropriate continuum of care placement Schedules Veterans for treatment - considering priority and frequency of care and coordinating schedules with other members of the treatment team Provides relief coverage - as needed - in any PM&R program in the event of shortage of staff to maintain the continuum of patient care Participates in update of evaluation forms and protocols to adequately meet the requirements of the program and types of patients in assigned clinical setting Education and Research: Identifies learning activities for self and others Participates and contributes to the advancements of knowledge and techniques related to specialty services and outpatient management and Occupational therapy via in-services and/or mentorship projects Conducts in services for interdisciplinary team and other rehabilitation programs Maintains current concepts and trends in Occupational therapy and evidence-based medicine/rehabilitation practices through literature reviews - study of current research - clinical practice - and through attendance to continuing education courses - conferences - and in-services Work Schedule: 8:00AM-4:30PM Monday-Friday with occasional weekend and holiday coverage Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 5131F 5132-F - 5133F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22211376/senior-social-worker-clc-recruitment-relocation-incentive-edrp-authorized https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22211376/senior-social-worker-clc-recruitment-relocation-incentive-edrp-authorized Big Spring, Texas, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education: Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ NOTE: Licenses from the state of Alabama no longer meet VA regulatory requirements for independent licensure If you are licensed in the State of Alabama - you must also be licensed at the Independent Level in another state Physical Requirements See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade level Senior Social Worker - GS-12 Experience and Education The candidate must have at least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure and should be in a specialized area of social work practice of which - one year must be equivalent to the GS-11 grade level Senior social workers have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment Senior social workers are experts in their specialized area of practice Senior social workers may have certification or other post-masters training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship or equivalent supervised professional experience in a specialty Licensure/Certification Individuals assigned Senior Social Worker must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level and must be able to provide supervision for licensure NOTE: Licenses from the state of Alabama no longer meet VA regulatory requirements for independent licensure To qualify for the assignment of Senior Social Worker at the GS-12 level - you must have 2 years of experience at the advanced practice level - earned while having an active - unrestricted advanced practice license in a U.S. state or territory other than Alabama Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in specialty treatment programs or with special patient populations This includes individual - group - and/or family counseling or psychotherapy and advanced level psychosocial and/or case management (b) Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice (c) Knowledge in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area - utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes (d) Ability to provide specialized consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients in the service delivery area - as well as role modeling effective social work practice skills (e) Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the social work profession - and to write policies - procedures - and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area Preferred Experience: Knowledge in completion of biopsychosocial assessments Ability to complete admission - case management and discharge planning to include making referrals for VA and community providers Basic knowledge of eligibility in admission criteria and insurance regulations within the long-term care arena Ability to work in a stressful environment with ability to adapt to change in schedule while maintaining professionalism and courtesy Knowledge or experience in working within a multi-disciplinary team - providing clinical feedback to address the needs of Veteran/family Ability to complete psychotherapy sessions with CLC Veterans when appropriate Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12 Physical Requirements: There are no set physical requirements for this position Use of eyes - hands - walking/standing and hearing may be needed to perform some functions Mental - emotional - and cognitive stability are required. Duties This vacancy will remain open until filled The first cut-off date is 4/30/2026 Additional applications will be referred as needed Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Senior Social Worker is a professional whose duties and responsibilities center on the care management of Veterans in the CLC The incumbent must use a high level of skill in assessing and treating the complicated psychosocial problems of Veterans as they adjust to their stay at the CLC or transition to appropriate placement alternatives Care management responsibilities include the management - coordination - and provision of social work and supportive services to Veterans and/or their families The Social Worker is a member of the referral screening team and participates in the evaluation and decision-making process of accepting and/or denying CLC referrals A significant portion of admissions are from within the WTV AHCS therefore - this role also serves as a liaison between the CLC and WTV AHCS regarding their referrals and screening process The Senior Social Worker will provide consultation and guidance to colleagues - role model effective social work practice skills - teach or provide orientation to less experienced social workers - and develop innovations in practice interventions The CLC Social Worker will manage and coordinate both the CLC resident and family/caregiver councils Treatment Planning/ Goal Setting- The Senior Social Worker is responsible for contributing to the development of the treatment plan and setting achievable treatment goals with the Veteran and family members/caregiver The psychosocial assessment and minimum data set (MDS) assessment will be completed as specified by the policy for the assigned work area When a Veteran is admitted under hospice - the CLC Social Worker will ensure documentation of what the Veteran's/Family desires are for their funeral and burial arrangements The incumbent will participate in weekly Interdisciplinary Treatment Team Meeting for treatment planning and provide updates related to psychosocial functioning and discharge Referral to service providers - Throughout the course of treatment - the Senior Social Worker/ incumbent is the subject matter expert on VA and/or community resources The Senior Social Worker will collaborate with other service providers in assessing the Veteran's needs and educate the Veteran and family members on the available services and assist them in establishing the appropriate referrals based on the Veteran's preference or that of his surrogate decision-maker Advocacy - The Senior Social Worker understands the intimidation of bureaucracy and will act as an advocate when it serves the best interest of the Veteran and family members/caregiver When appropriate - the incumbent will educate and encourage the Veteran to advocate on his/her own behalf - thus fostering a sense of independence and empowerment Crisis Intervention - The Senior Social Worker will perform risk assessments and develop crisis intervention planning as clinically indicated ****Duties are continued in the Education Section of this announcement**** Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8 AM - 4:30 PM Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact ???????VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22194833/prn-ambulatory-social-worker-care-manager https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22194833/prn-ambulatory-social-worker-care-manager Houston, Texas, Job Number: 177083, Job Title: PRN Ambulatory Social Worker Care Manager, Salary: $31.97 - $40.77 Administration ACS, Houston, TX, 77054, US --> Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet(r) nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston. Job Summary The Ambulatory Social Worker Care Manager (ASWCM) facilitates the collaborative interdisciplinary process of case management encompassing assessment, planning, facilitation, care coordination, and evaluation appropriate to the scope of licensure. The ASWCM helps patients and their families address and resolve the social, financial, and psychological problems related to their health condition. The ASWCM identifies options and advocates for services to meet the patients and family's comprehensive needs with available resources to promote quality cost-effective outcomes. The ASWCM identifies options and advocates for services to meet the patient's and family's comprehensive needs with available resources to promote quality cost-effective outcomes. ASWCM help people assess and solve problems in their lives. Challenges range from physical and mental illness to domestic violence; additional duties depend on the type of population served. The ASWCM systematically intervenes to provide clinical social work to patients and their families who experience complex psychosocial needs. The ASWCM will provide assistance with eligibility determination for social programs, as well as assist in qualifying for community assistance from a variety of sources or agencies. The ASWCM offers crisis intervention and/ or mental health assessment to patients and families, coordinates and facilitates the development of a multidisciplinary plan of care for high-risk patient populations. This role will participate in an interdisciplinary team meetings to ensure that psychosocial issues are addressed as required across the continuum of care. The ASWCM participates in quality improvement activities, exemplifies professionalism, and promotes a customer-friendly environment by utilizing social work professional behaviors when interacting with patients, families, and staff members. Minimum Qualifications Degrees/Work Experience/School Education: Masters in Social Work Licenses & Certifications: Certified Case Manager required within 2.5 years of employment Basic Life Support from a hospital- based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program. Licensed Clinical Social Worker (or) Licensed Master Social Worker: in the State of Texas Work Experience: One (1) Year Work Experience in Care Management, Quality Management, or Discharge Planning (Preferred) Two (2) Years Work Experience as a social worker in healthcare (Preferred) Management Experience: One (1) Year of Management Experience (Preferred) Communication Skills: Above average Verbal Communication (Heavy Public Contact) Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking) Writing/Correspondence Writing/Reports Language: Spanish Preferred Proficiencies: MS Word Personal Computer Job Attributes Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Analytical Abilities Mathematics Medical Terminology Knowledge Work Schedule: Flexible Holidays On-Call Eligible for Telecommute Travel Weekends Other Special Requirements: Equipment Operated: PC and office equipment related to job duties Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:47:53 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22174816/senior-social-worker-post-9-11-m2va-military-2-va-case-manager-edrp-approved https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22174816/senior-social-worker-post-9-11-m2va-military-2-va-case-manager-edrp-approved Laredo, Texas, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Physical Requirements See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Please see the Additional Information Section of this announcement for details Preferred Experience: GS-12 Two years of Medical Social Work/Case Management experience including experience in working with Veterans/Families and caregivers Certification in Advance Case Management or Certified Case Manager (CCM) preferred/if available Must be familiar with local community agencies and resources Counseling experience including individual and group Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade level Senior Social Worker - GS-12 Experience and Education The candidate must have at least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure and should be in a specialized area of social work practice of which - one year must be equivalent to the GS-11 grade level Senior social workers have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment Senior social workers are experts in their specialized area of practice Senior social workers may have certification or other post-masters training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship or equivalent supervised professional experience in a specialty Licensure/Certification Individuals assigned Senior Social Worker must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level and must be able to provide supervision for licensure Advanced practice level social workers must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level which includes an advanced generalist or clinical examination - unless they are grandfathered by the state in which they are licensed to practice at the advanced practice level (except for licenses issued in California - which administers its own clinical examination for advanced practice) and they must be able to provide supervision for licensure All states except California use a series of licensure exams administered by the ASWB Information can be found at https://www.aswb.org/ Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in specialty treatment programs or with special patient populations This includes individual - group - and/or family counseling or psychotherapy and advanced level psychosocial and/or case management (b) Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice (c) Knowledge in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area - utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes (d) Ability to provide specialized consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients in the service delivery area - as well as role modeling effective social work practice skills (e) Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the social work profession - and to write policies - procedures - and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area Reference can be found at the VA Qualification Repository - VA Qualifications Standards - Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) GS-0185 - Social Worker Qualification Standard - dated 9/10/2019 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12 Physical Requirements: Individuals who are required to operate a government owned or leased vehicle to successfully carry out their assigned duties must be medically cleared prior to appointment Assessment must be made for any acute or chronic medical/physical condition or medication use which interferes with the ability operate the appropriate Government-owned or -leased vehicle safely and without undue risk to themselves or others The following requirements must be met: field of vision 70 degrees - distant vision 20/40 in one eye with or without correction - ability to distinguish red - green and amber - whispered voice at five feet - or average hearing loss of not greater than 40 dbs at 500 - 1000 and 2 -000 Hz Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional This vacancy will remain open until filled The first cut-off date is 11/12/2025 Additional applications will be referred as needed Incumbent is a professional social worker whose duties and responsibilities relate to the care management of severely ill and injured M2VA CM service members and Veterans treated at the facility The incumbent must use a high level of skill in assessing and treating the complicated psychosocial problems of M2VA CM service members and Veterans as they transition to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) care Care management responsibilities also include providing supportive services to families In addition - the incumbent assists M2VA CM service members and Veterans in coping with acute illness - chronic illness - combat stress - the residuals of traumatic brain injury (TBI) - community adjustment - addictions - and other health and mental health problems The social worker case manager addresses home care needs - homelessness - and transition across levels and sites of care Social work care management practice - which includes psychosocial assessment - diagnosis - and treatment - is focused on helping M2VA CM service members - Veterans and their families maximize rehabilitation and treatment potential and achieve more adequate - satisfying - and productive emotional and social functioning Uses the social work process (psychosocial assessment - diagnosis - and treatment) in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to develop a care management plan and psychosocial interventions Evaluates the need for mental health services and makes appropriate referrals for individual - group - marital and family treatment services Is sensitive to the ethnic and cultural diversity and age-specific challenges of the M2VA CM population and adjusts intervention and treatment plans as appropriate As a member of the health care team - participates fully in developing - planning - implementing and evaluating the interdisciplinary treatment plan - including provision of care management services Coordinates care with interdisciplinary team to promote continuity for M2VA CM service members - Veterans and their families Develops and uses appropriate community resources Serves as an advocate for M2VA CM service members - Veterans and their families - helping them access needed services at the facility - at other VA facilities - and in the community Assists M2VA CM service members and Veterans and their families with advance directives - guardianships - and applications for home care and extended care services Travels - as may be required - as part of providing social work care management services to M2VA CM service members - Veterans and their families Such travel requires the incumbent to function without immediate supervision or consultation Incumbent participates in the orientation - training - and teaching of social work graduate students and other trainees and staff Conducts and participates in research and program evaluation as appropriate Performs other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4305pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay - higher or unique qualifications - or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off:37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: Senior Social Worker (Post 9/11 M2VA) Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22240717/senior-social-worker https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22240717/senior-social-worker Dallas, Texas, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Grade Determinations: GS-12 Senior Social Worker Licensure/Certification Senior social workers must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level which included an advanced generalist or clinical examination - unless they are grandfathered by the state in which they are licensed to practice at the advanced practice level (except for licenses issued in California - which administers its own clinical examination for advanced practice) and they must be able to provide supervision for licensure Education and Experience The candidate must have at least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure and should be in a specialized area of social work practice of which - one year must be equivalent to the GS-11 grade level Senior social workers have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment Senior social workers are experts in their specialized area of practice Senior social workers may have certification or other post-masters training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship or equivalent supervised professional experience in a specialty Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in specialty treatment programs or with special patient populations This includes individual - group - and/or family counseling or psychotherapy and advanced level psychosocial and/or case management Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice Knowledge in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area - utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes Ability to provide specialized consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients in the service delivery area - as well as role modeling effective social work practice skills Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the social work profession - and to write policies - procedures - and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area Reference: Social Worker Qualification Standard For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ Physical Requirements: The work does not inherently include physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with a workplace accommodation. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Vet Center Senior Counselor provides direct counseling services - outreach - referral - and follow-up care coordination to eligible individuals - couples - and family members The Senior Counselor plays a key role in the coordination of client care and staff professional development - providing expert clinical consultation to other clinicians on complex psychosocial conditions - relational and readjustment stress utilizing evidence-based family systems theory/therapy Responsible for the following domains of service for providing direct readjustment counseling to eligible clients and for developing staff performance through training and clinical supervision Direct Service Provision: Independently implement professional clinical practice applications in the provision of readjustment counseling to individuals - couples - families - and groups Risk Assessment and Crisis Intervention: Provides consultation and associated support for staff developing crisis intervention strategies - which includes assessment - safety planning - and complex treatment planning using independent clinical judgment using family systems theory/therapy Care Coordination: Communicates routinely with inter-professional team members and leadership to communicate about program and patient issues for in-depth problem solving - while consistently modeling ethical and professional behaviors and standards to include multicultural awareness Serves on committees - work groups - and task forces at the facility - Medical Center and Zone - District - or national level - or in the community as deemed appropriate by the Vet Center Director Outreach: Acts as clinical consultant to the Vet Center outreach workers to improve their sensitivity to clinical indicators and basic interviewing questions to expedite the transition of prospective clients contacted on outreach to actual Vet Center readjustment counseling clients Actively Coordinates with Vet Center Outreach Specialists to ensure seamless referral of individuals engaged in the community at outreach events Documentation/Administrative Responsibilities/Consultation: Actively participate in one-to-one clinical and administrative oversight during administrative and clinical staff meetings as directed by the Vet Center Director Documents clinical interactions and services delivered as required by policy Screening and Assessment: Works directly with eligible individuals to establish a therapeutic relationship sufficient for completing all required readjustment counseling intake procedures to include an assessment of risk for self-harm and psychosocial stressors Counseling Planning/Goal Setting: Based on the outcome of the intake - will develop and periodically update an individualized readjustment counseling service plan that reflects a course of therapeutic and psychosocial interventions - inclusive of outcome measurements Clinical Supervision - Consultation - Training - Review and Evaluation: Provides clinical consultation services to other staff members with clinical service responsibilities under the supervision of the Vet Center Director The scope of clinical consultation services will include all aspects of direct readjustment counseling service such as advising on the clinical assessment - service planning - and case coordination with community providers when the individual's needs are beyond the scope of services available at a Vet Center Will provide clinical consultation and supervision to meet the requirements for independent licensure with special attention to providing to unlicensed staff/trainees systematic clinical supervision towards licensure Will provide clinical oversight (chart auditing - etc) as outlined by policy Team cohesion and coordination: Actively participate in staff meetings designed to promote team building and staff development Other Duties: May perform other duties as assigned as appropriate for the grade and assignment and which are within the scope of practice Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 4:30 pm some nights and weekends required Telework: Ad hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 86327A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact VHAEDRPProgramSupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS):Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22211346/senior-social-worker-hchv-outreach-education-debt-reduction-program-approved https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22211346/senior-social-worker-hchv-outreach-education-debt-reduction-program-approved Big Spring, Texas, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Physical Requirements See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Please see the Additional Information Section of this announcement for details Grade Determinations: Senior Social Worker - GS-12 Experience/Education The candidate must have at least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure and should be in a specialized area of social work practice of which - one year must be equivalent to the GS-11 grade level Senior social workers have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment Senior social workers are experts in their specialized area of practice Senior social workers may have certification or other post-masters training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship or equivalent supervised professional experience in a specialty Licensure/Certification Senior social workers must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level which included an advanced generalist or clinical examination - unless they are grandfathered by the state in which they are licensed to practice at the advanced practice level (except for licenses issued in California - which administers its own clinical examination for advanced practice) and they must be able to provide supervision for licensure Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:(a) Skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in specialty treatment programs or with special patient populations This includes individual - group - and/or family counseling or psychotherapy and advanced level psychosocial and/or case management.(b) Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice.(c) Knowledge in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area - utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes.(d) Ability to provide specialized consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients in the service delivery area - as well as role modeling effective social work practice skills.(e) Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the social work profession - and to write policies - procedures - and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area Assignments For all assignments above the full performance level - the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope - complexity (difficulty) - and variety and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time Senior social workers are licensed or certified to independently practice social work at an advanced level Senior social workers typically practice in a major program area such as but not limited to: Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center or Polytrauma Network Site a Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Center - or a national VHA referral center - such as a national Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or a national Transplant Center - or other program areas of equivalent scope and complexity The senior social worker may be assigned administrative responsibility for clinical program development and is accountable for clinical program effectiveness and modification of service patterns Assignments include clinical settings where they have limited access to onsite supervision such as CBOCs or satellite outpatient clinics The senior social worker collaborates with the other members of the treatment team in the provision of comprehensive health care services to Veterans - ensures equity of access - service - and benefits to this population - ensures the care provided is of the highest quality The senior social worker provides leadership - direction - orientation - coaching - in-service training - staff development - and continuing education programs for assigned social work staff They serve on committees - work groups - and task forces at the facility - VISN and national level - or in the community as deemed appropriate by the supervisor - Social Work Executive or Chief of Social Work Services This assignment is to be relatively few in number based on the size of the facility/service and applying sound position management This assignment must represent substantial additional responsibility over and above that required at the full performance grade level and cannot be used as the full performance level of this occupation Preferred Experience: Experience in crisis intervention - case management - resources - community referrals and discharge planning Knowledge and understanding of homelessness - shelter utilization - housing rules and regulations Experience with working in high stress atmosphere with the ability to adapt and adjust to daily schedule changes with a positive professional attitude Knowledge of addressing and assessing complicated psychosocial problems with those experiencing crisis to include provision of short-term - solution-focused counseling Advance clinical knowledge with ability to provide consultation of psychosocial needs and concerns to master's level and advance standing professionals (LCSW Certification is not required) Certification in case management is preferred - not required Reference can be found at the VA Qualification Repository - VA Qualifications Standards - Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) GS-0185 - Social Worker Qualification Standard - dated 9/10/2019 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12 Physical Requirements: A pre-placement examination will be required to be able to determine if the incumbent is able to safely operate a government vehicle The following requirements must be met: distant vision 20/40 in one eye with or without correction - field of vision 70 degrees - ability to distinguish red - green and amber - whispered voice at five feet - or average hearing loss of not greater than 40 dbs at 500 - 1000 and 2 -000 Hz. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include but are not limited to: assessing and documenting identified behaviors or symptoms of abuse - neglect - exploitation and/or intimate partner violence use of clinical social work skills and knowledge to maintain Veteran privacy and confidentiality per policies - handbooks or directives and act as an advocate with appropriate VA and community service providers and agencies when it serves the best interest of the Veteran and family member/caregiver Incumbent independently assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - identifying the Veteran's strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and psychosocial acuity In collaboration with the Veteran - family/caregiver - and interdisciplinary treatment team - the social worker facilitates the delivery of health care services The social worker identifies family/caregiver stressors - conducts assessment and provides specific interventions The incumbent provides case management and care coordination to facilitate appropriate delivery of health care services - incorporates complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment of Veterans - including making psychosocial and psychiatric diagnoses within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice The social worker links the Veteran with services - resources - and opportunities - in order to maximize the Veteran's independence - health - and well-being The social worker conducts timely assessment of at-risk Veterans in crisis to identify immediate needs - evaluate risk - and initiate safety plan as appropriate The social worker provides interventions independently with Veterans and their families/caregivers who are experiencing a wide range of complicated medical - behavioral health - financial - legal - and psychosocial problems They provide a range of interventions and treatment modalities which may include individual - group - and/or family counseling or psychotherapy They independently formulate and implement a treatment plan including measurable - achievable goals identifying the Veterans' needs - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and psychosocial acuity Social workers serve on committees - work groups - and task forces at the facility and VISN level or in the community They provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of Veterans offering professional opinions based on experience - expertise and role modeling effective social work practice skills The social worker establishes and maintains ongoing education programs for Veterans - community agencies - students - and staff - to facilitate understanding of social work interventions specific to the Veteran/Military population The HCHV Outreach Senior Social Worker will be primarily responsible for the oversite of the Wood Group - an emergency shelter placement located in Big Spring - TX HCHV Outreach Senior Social Worker will assist in the National Call Center for Homeless Veterans (NCCHV) calls - as well as CPRS consults that filter in HCHV Outreach Senior Social Worker will attend local Homeless Coalition meetings that service the West Texas catchment area Other duties as assigned - as related to the needs of the program Work Schedule: Fulltime - Monday thru Friday 8:00 a.m to 4:30 p.m EDRP Authorized: Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: Senior Social Worker (HCHV Outreach) Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22194736/clinical-dietitian-i-ben-taub-hospital https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22194736/clinical-dietitian-i-ben-taub-hospital Houston, Texas, Job Number: 178415, Job Title: Clinical Dietitian I - Ben Taub Hospital, Salary: $70,200.00 - $78,686.40 Ben Taub Hospital, Houston, TX, 77030, US --> Harris Health System is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet(r) nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center; and the Tilman J. Fertitta Family College of Medicine at the University of Houston. Job Summary The Clinical Dietitian I delivers evidence-based medical nutrition therapy and education to patients, collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance clinical outcomes. This role prioritizes patient care based on nutritional risk and supports Harris Health's mission to provide high-quality, patient-centered care. The Clinical Dietitian I documents care using the Nutrition Care Process (NCP), ensures regulatory compliance, contributes to department and system initiatives, and trains new staff and interns after one year of clinical experience. Minimum Qualifications Degrees: Masters of Dietetics, Food Science or Nutrition; In accordance with the Commission on Dietetic Registration (CDR) and the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics, starting January 1, 2024, individuals who are seeking eligibility for the Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN) examination for the first time must have completed at least a graduate degree from a U.S. regionally accredited institution or a foreign equivalent. *However, individuals who established eligibility for the RDN exam on or before December 31, 2023, or those who are already registered, are not required by CDR to obtain a graduate degree. Licenses & Certification: Registered Dietitian prior to hire Licensed Dietitian (LD) State of Texas within 60 days of hire Eligible certifications: Advanced Practitioner Certification in Clinical Nutrition (RDN-AP), Board Certification as a Specialist in Renal Nutrition (CSR); Board Certified Specialist in Obesity and Weight Management (CSOWM); Board Certification in Oncology Nutrition (CSO); Board Certified Specialist in Pediatric Nutrition (CSP); Specialist in Pediatric Critical Care Nutrition (CSPCC); Certified Nutrition Support Clinician (CNSC); Certified Diabetes Care and Education Specialist (CDCES), Board Certified-Advanced Diabetes Management (BC-ADM) preferred. Work Experience: One year experience in Dietetics/Nutrition preferred. Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact/Public Speaking); Exceptional Verbal (Public Speaking) Writing /Correspondence Writing /Reports Language Skills: Spanish preferred Proficiencies: MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Excel, MS Outlook, PC Job Attributes Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Analytical, Mathematics, Medical Terms, Research, Statistical Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible Equipment Operated: Culinary equipment related to food demonstration; calculator; weight scale Other Requirements: Job Competencies; all required nutrition competencies need to be completed within 90 days of hire. BLS may be required Advanced degrees and/or specialty certificationsSpecialty certification may count for one year of experience. PhD in a nutrition-related field may count for two years of experience. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:47:53 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22240902/registered-nurse-manager-mental-health https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22240902/registered-nurse-manager-mental-health Corpus Christi, Texas, Summary The VA Texas VA Health Care System is seeking a Registered Nurse Manager (Mental Health) will be responsible for the coordination of care and supervising direct patient care. This position may be located at any one facility in Harlingen - McAllen - Corpus Christi or Laredo - Texas. Qualifications Basic Requirements: English Language Proficiency In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program Upon achievement of a State license - the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program (Reference VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G6) OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing - possession of a current - full - active - and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education program Credit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD) Current - full - active - and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State - Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. - Puerto Rico) of the United States - or the District of Columbia Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements - but do not possess the required licensure - may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.) Preferred Experience: 2-3 years of recent supervisory experience 3+ years of Mental Health Nursing experience 2-3 years of Ambulatory Mental Health experience Mental Health Certification preferred NOTE: Grandfathering Provision - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification Grade Determinations: The following Scope - Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates - and if appropriate - the level within a grade The Dimension requirements (Practice - Veteran/Patient Driven Care - Leadership - Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12949112 Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing required Nurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2 OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2 OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3 OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3 OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3 OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experience Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III OR a Master's degree in *related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ Physical Requirements: Moderate lifting - 15-44 pounds Moderate carrying - 15-44 pounds Straight pulling (0.5 hours) Pushing (0.5 hours) Use of fingers Reaching above shoulders Walking (5.3 hours) Standing (5.3 hours) Repeated bending (5.3 hours) Climbing - use of legs and arms Operation of motor vehicle Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other Both eyes required Depth perception Ability to distinguish basic colors Hearing (aid may be permitted). Duties The Registered Nurse Manager for Mental Health reports to ACNS and/or designee responsible for reporting daily by 4:00 p.m any incidents (i.e. - med errors - falls - threats - and assaults) and complete incident reports Prepares nursing schedules and report in a timely manner Three weeks of schedule are required to be posted for staff review (the present week and then two weeks in advance) Prepares and sends in monthly reporting to the ACNS by the 10th of each month - according to clinic assignments per ACNS - this includes QI reports Completes information for Balanced Score Care for their clinic by the 10th of the month include action plans as required Monitors daily narcotic counts - if applicable Monitors daily environment of care and reports needs accordingly (No ford or dinks in rooms where patients are seen with the clinic - report issues to EMS if necessary) Completes employee ASSIST on the day of employee injury The nurse manager reviews patient incidences in JPSR Nurse manager checks all systems for notification after events and for Nurse Manager's signature Changes in ambulatory operations and policies and procedures are communicated to staff on timely basis Participates in/facilitate appropriate Nursing Committee/Council meetings Assigns responsibility for clinic/area coverage when absent Complies with recruitment and retention policies and procedures Provides supervision and evaluation of assigned staff and completes appraisals proficiencies on a timely basis for RN'S - LVN'S and other staff as applicable Reviews and revises job descriptions and/or functional statements and competencies as needed Schedules and documents orientation programs for new staff on a timely basis Monitors base line direct patient care for new staff within 30 days of being hired - then on a 90 day period evaluation Ensures compliance with VHA - System and clinic policies Ensures compliance with TJC - CARF - and other regulatory bodies and standards Complies with biannual CPR certification for all health care providers and other staff Support the timely completion of Mandatory on line in service education programs and staff development Organizes - documents and schedules staff for in service education on new equipment or procedures Ensures compliance with Infection Control - National Patient Safety Goals standards - policies and procedures Participates in system level committees Participates in and reviews with clinic/area management staff clinic/area needs Assist in the development of the clinic business plan Ensure budget reports and statistics are accurate and timely Ensures timecards for all Nursing Staff are documented and are completed accurately in timely manner to timekeeper Staff request for OT/CT are submitted timely Time exceptions are cleared Monitors leave use quarterly by printing time and attendance and issue to staff quarterly Reviews leave use quarterly and address employees who show a pattern (i.e verbal - written - and sick leave certification) Ensures clinical reminders are completed - Works cooperatively with the clinic management team Uses tact and understanding in difficult or sensitive situations - utilizing principles of service recovery Maintains privacy and confidentiality of all employee - administrative or patient issues/information - including electronic - print - and conversations Actively participates in policies - procedures and standards to promote evidence-based patient-driven care Assures the delivery of patient centered care to all patients and employs population health management principles to optimize health and wellbeing for the patient through such activities as use of evidenced-based practice recommendations - completing clinical reminders - tracking high risk behaviors - maintains an awareness of access with an awareness of third next available appointments and assisting the patient to develop coping mechanisms - assisting the patient to identify health care goals and actions to take to meet those goals and evaluating progress Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8:00 a.m - 4:30 p.m.) VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Telework: This position is eligible for Telework (Ad-Hoc) Virtual: This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22238286/registered-nurse-outpatient-mental-health-edrp-authorized https://careers.mhanational.org/jobs/rss/22238286/registered-nurse-outpatient-mental-health-edrp-authorized San Antonio, Texas, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Qualifications Basic Requirements: English Language Proficiency: In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English Education: Graduate of a school of professional nursing approved by the appropriate accrediting agency and accredited by one of the following accrediting bodies at the time the program was completed by the applicant: The Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) OR The Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) OR Individuals attending a master's level bridge program in nursing who have completed coursework equivalent to a bachelor's level degree in Nursing may have opportunity to become registered as a nurse with a state licensing board prior to completion of the bridge program Upon achievement of a State license - the individual may be appointed on temporary basis and later converted to a permanent appointment upon successful completion and graduation from the bridge program (Reference VA Handbook 5005 - Appendix G6) OR In cases of graduates of foreign schools of professional nursing - possession of a current - full - active - and unrestricted registration will meet the requirement for graduation from an approved school of professional nursing to warrant an appointment as a Nurse who has completed an associated degree/entry level Nursing education program Credit for foreign nursing education higher that associate degree/entry level requires a formal degree equivalency validation from a recognized equivalency evaluation accepted by VA such as International Consultants of Delaware (ICD) License/Registration: Current - full - active - and unrestricted registration as a graduate professional nurse in a State - Territory or Commonwealth (i.e. - Puerto Rico) of the United States - or the District of Columbia Graduate Nurse Technician (GNT) Exception: Candidates who otherwise meet the basic education requirements - but do not possess the required licensure - may be appointed at the entry step of the grade and level applicable to the completed nursing education as a GNT on a 120-day temporary appointment while actively pursuing licensure (may be extended up to two years on a case-by-case-basis.) Grandfathering Provision Note - All persons currently employed in VHA in 0610 Series and performing the duties as described in the qualification standard - on the effective date of the standard (1/29/2024) - are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the grade held including positive education and licensure/certification Grade Determinations: The following Scope - Education and Dimension criteria must be met in determining the grade assignment of candidates - and if appropriate - the level within a grade The Dimension requirements (Practice - Veteran/Patient Driven Care - Leadership - Professional Development and Evidence-Based Practice/Research) are detailed for each grade and level within the online assessment: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12926153 Grade/Level Scope Education Nurse I - Level I Delivers fundamental - knowledge-based care to assigned clients while developing technical competencies An Associate Degree (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing - with no additional professional nursing required Nurse I - Level II Demonstrates integration of biopsychosocial concepts - cognitive skills and technically competent practice in providing care to clients with basic or complex An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 1 year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 1 ;OR a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with no additional professional nursing experience required Nurse I - Level III Demonstrates proficiency in practice based on conscious and deliberate planning Self-directed in goal setting for managing complex client situations An ADN or Diploma in Nursing AND 2 years of professional nursing experience in which one year is equivalent to Nurse I - Level 2 OR a BSN and 1 year of professional nursing experience equivalent to the Nurse I - Level 2 OR a Master's degree in nursing (MSN) and no additional professional nursing experience OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and no additional professional nursing experience Nurse II Demonstrates leadership in delivering and improving holistic care through collaborative strategies with others A BSN with 2 years of professional nursing equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3 OR an MSN with one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3 OR a Master's degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse I - Level 3 OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with no professional nursing experience OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN with no additional professional nursing experience Nurse III Executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience and creative approaches to management of complex client care beyond the immediate practice setting MSN and 2 years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III OR a Master's degree in *related field with BSN and two years of specialized nursing experience - one of which is equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III OR a Doctoral degree in Nursing with and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III OR a Doctoral degree in a *related field with a BSN and one year of specialized nursing experience equivalent to Nurse II and meets all dimension requirements for Nurse III *Note: Foreign education programs/degrees are not creditable as related degrees Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Duties Outpatient Mental Health RN is responsible responsible and accountable for all elements of the nursing process when providing direct patient care These RN Assess - plan - implement and evaluate care based on age-specific components They assume responsibility for the coordination of care focused on patient education - self-management - and customer satisfaction throughout the continuum of care while influencing care outcomes by collaborating with members of the interdisciplinary team They executes position responsibilities that demonstrate leadership - experience - and creative approaches to management of complex client care Typical Duties may include but are not limited to: Providing patient-centered and recovery-oriented care and maintaining self-awareness while caring for patients living with MH conditions Facilitating care coordination - linking with the Inpatient MH Units to facilitate continuity of care Participating in MH interdisciplinary treatment team huddles and meetings - warm hand-offs - and developing content as well as facilitating nurse-led psychoeducational groups Using therapeutic communication techniques - practicing de-escalation techniques - utilizing recovery-oriented language - and providing Veterans - their family members - and/or significant others with education regarding their illness - medications - and treatment plan Reporting - assisting and/or directing safety concern resolution and collaborates with program leadership to help improve patient and program outcomes and directing team response to psychiatric and medical emergencies Documenting nursing triage assessments - risk screens - measurement-based care tools - clinical reminders - and patient plan of care according to facility policy Maintaining professional boundaries to protect patient vulnerabilities and act in the best interest of the patient Providing peers with formal or informal constructive feedback for improvement Supporting colleagues and other nurses through knowledge sharing Fostering safe and supportive environment conducive to the professional development of health care professionals Working with infectious patients and/or contaminated materials requiring prolonged wearing of various levels of personal protective equipment Working in various work environments based on patient care - organizational needs - and/or safety requirements Working with patients who may be combative secondary to delirium - dementia - or behavioral health conditions Working while exposed to loud noises - alarms - chaotic situations or other distractions and stressors in which the RN must maintain professional bearing and composure Working in modified work environments - care for patients on isolation precautions - screen potentially infectious patients - and participate in labor pools - etc Pay: Competitive salary - regular salary increases - potential for performance awards Paid Time Off: 50 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorzed EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorzed Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Work Schedule: TBD (Typically 0730 -1600 CST - but may be required to work rotating tours to include nights weekends and holidays) VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package: VA Nurse Total Rewards Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400