Social Worker II

Date: Jun 17, 2026 Location: VERNON, TX Agency: Health & Human Services Commission (HHSC) Facility: Vernon State Hospital Position: Social Worker II (Full time, Day Shift) Salary: $4,866.58 - $6,335.66 per month Benefits: 100% paid employee health insurance for eligible full‑time employees, defined benefit pension plan, generous time‑off, career advancement opportunities, and more. Job Summary We are looking for a dedicated Social Worker II who thrives in a learning environment while making a positive impact on people’s lives. The role involves complex social services work, including serving as a liaison among clients, authorized representatives, and other stakeholders to ensure ongoing care, treatment, and support through person‑centered practices. Responsibilities • Performs and documents complex social services work, including gathering information to assess the individual’s support systems and service needs. • Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings as needed and completes initial social history with ongoing updates. • Supports the assessment of the individual’s rights and capacity to make decisions, providing individual and group training to promote the exercise of rights. • Assists with the coordination of admissions, transfers, transitions, and discharges, ensuring continuity of care. • Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for initiative and independent judgment. • Performs other duties as assigned, including supporting disaster response, recovery, or continuity of operations activation, and may require alternate shift patterns or locations. • Eligible for additional pay for work performed at maximum‑security locations. Essential Job Functions Attends work on a regular basis, may work a rotating or extended shift schedule, and may be on call as required. Conducts interviews with individuals, representatives, and agencies to assess support systems and psychosocial needs. Oversees communication and information exchange to ensure coordinated care, including liaising with agencies and obtaining necessary consents. Provides assistance with guardianship, transition planning, and rights related to state and federal laws. Coordinates rights and capacity assessments and oversees administrative tasks related to admissions, transfers, and discharges. Designs and conducts individual and group training on rights, voting, citizenship, and self‑advocacy. Participates in family meetings and presents facility processes as needed. Performs other duties as assigned, including disaster response and continuity of operations tasks. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, human growth and development, behavioral and mental health, and social work standards for case management. Skills in interviewing, assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, case management, mediation, counseling, information and referral, problem solving, supervision, consultation, and advocacy. Ability to maintain licensure and comply with Texas State Board and national ethical codes. Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally in individual and group settings. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications The Social Worker is required to maintain a Texas Board of Social Work Examiners license. Initial Screening Criteria Baccalaureate, Master’s, or Clinical Social Worker degree required. One year of experience working directly with persons with mental health issues required. Completion of a State Hospital internship program required. Additional Information Applicants must pass a fingerprint criminal background check, pre‑employment drug screen, and registry checks (CANRS, Nurse Aid, Medication Aide, Employee Misconduct, LEIE). Males between the ages of 18‑25 must register with the Selective Service. All applicants must be at least 18 years old; Waco and Terrell Center for Youth applicants must be 21 years old. Flexibility in work hours may be required for this position, including overtime and extended hours. Compliance with HHSC immunization policy is required; employees may need to wear a mask or take other protective measures if they decline influenza vaccination. Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans All active‑duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. Military occupations that relate to the initial selection criteria may include, but are not limited to, those listed in this posting. ADA Accommodations In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. Contact the HHS Employee Service Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io for assistance with the online application or interview accommodation needs. Pre‑Employment Checks and Work Eligibility Applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks. HHSC uses E‑Verify. I‑9 documentation must be provided on the first day of work. Telework Disclaimer This position may be eligible for telework; however, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies, as well as the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs. Nearest Major Market Wichita Falls #J-18808-Ljbffr