Licensed Master Social Worker

Company Description St. Joseph Medical Center is a Steward Family Hospital in Houston, Texas, staffed by nearly 600 board-certified physicians and more than 1,500 medical professionals and staff. The hospital is conveniently located near downtown Houston, close to the intersection of U.S. Highway 59 and I-45, making it easily accessible for patients and team members. St. Joseph Medical Center provides a wide range of services in a collaborative, patient-centered environment. The organization emphasizes quality care, professional development, and teamwork. More information about the hospital and current job openings can be found on its website and careers page.

Role Description The Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) is a full-time, on-site position based in the Greater Houston area at St. Joseph Medical Center. This role provides psychosocial assessments, counseling, and care coordination for patients and their families across inpatient and outpatient settings. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing discharge plans, facilitating referrals to community resources, collaborating with multidisciplinary care teams, and advocating for patient needs. The LMSW documents all interventions clearly and timely, participates in case conferences, and supports patients in navigating financial, emotional, and social challenges related to their care. The role also involves contributing to quality improvement initiatives and ensuring compliance with hospital policies, professional ethics, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited program and current Texas LMSW licensure or eligibility to obtain licensure within required timeframes.
• Experience providing clinical social work services in a healthcare or hospital setting, including psychosocial assessment, brief counseling, and crisis intervention.
• Knowledge of discharge planning, case management principles, and coordination of community, social service, and behavioral health resources.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills for working with patients, families, and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
• Ability to manage a diverse caseload, prioritize competing demands, and maintain accurate, timely documentation in electronic health records.
• Understanding of relevant legal, ethical, and regulatory standards, including patient rights, confidentiality, and professional social work ethics.
• Commitment to culturally responsive, trauma-informed, and non-discriminatory care for individuals and families from varied backgrounds.
• Basic computer literacy and comfort with hospital information systems; bilingual skills (especially English/Spanish) are highly beneficial.
• Prior experience in acute care, emergency, behavioral health, or oncology settings is preferred but not required.