Social Worker II

Posting ID 18961 -Posted 07/13/2026 - Dept of State Health Services - Region 2/3 - Community and Social Services - Not Eligible for Telework - Additional Shifts available (1) - c. $5000 - $6999 per month DSHS is committed to hiring skilled and dedicated individuals who share a passion for public health to pursue our vision of A Healthy Texas. If you are looking to make an impact and tackle new challenges, we encourage you to consider a career with us. Employee Benefits: DSHS offers insurance coverage and other benefits available through the State of Texas Group Benefits Plan administered by the Employee Retirement System of Texas (ERS). To learn more about all the benefits available to you as a DSHS employee and other DSHS opportunities for early career pathways, visit the DSHS Careers Page. Functional Title: Social Worker II Job Title: Social Worker II Agency: Dept of State Health Services Department: Region 2/3 Posting Number: 18961 Closing Date: 07/27/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Community and Social Services Salary Range: $5,000.00 - $5,000.00 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-19 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Days (First) Telework: Not Eligible for Telework Travel: Up to 40% Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location: Arlington Job Location Address: 1301 S BOWEN RD STE 200 Other Locations: None MOS Codes: 0149,5832,230X,42SX,4C0X1,68X,73A,HM Brief Job Description Under the supervision of the Specialized Health and Social Services (SHSS) program supervisor, performs complex and comprehensive public health social work and case management (CM) services for children with special health care needs and their families, high-risk pregnant women, and the general public. Responsibilities include home visits, intake and assessment (Family Needs Assessment, individualized service plans), collaboration with medical providers and community partners, case monitoring, documentation, and program reporting. Duties may include supervision of interns, training peers, and participating in quality assurance. May work under ICS during public health emergencies and must comply with applicable policies and procedures. Travel statewide and out-of-state to perform essential functions is required. Essential Job Functions (EJFs): Attend work regularly and perform duties as assigned. In addition to basic CM duties, perform program-area specific CM duties across multiple CM programs, including Medicaid Case Management for CPW, PCS and CFC, CSHCN-SP, Birth Defects Epidemiology and Surveillance (BDES), Safe Sleep Ambassador, Newborn Screening, and Public Health CM. Conduct presentations, provide training and technical assistance, and engage with community organizations to improve health outcomes. May supervise interns and participate in quality assurance reviews. Travel and on-call duties may be required to respond to public health emergencies. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) Knowledge: Social work and case management principles; programs such as Medicaid, CSHCN, CPW, CPS/Foster Care, SSI, NBS/NBHS, Lead, ECI, CHIP; QA and TA policies; community resources; cultural and socioeconomic health and disability considerations. Skill: Use of email, internet, databases, Microsoft Office; conducting intake and family needs assessments; developing service plans; conflict resolution, planning, prioritizing, organizing; providing training and TA to professionals; decision making. Ability: Communicate effectively in writing and verbally; assess and synthesize complex needs; build relationships across disciplines; interpret policies; submit timely reports; maintain confidentiality; manage multiple workloads; follow policies; transport independently; lift up to 30 pounds. Registrations, Licensure Requirements or Certifications 1) Current, unrestricted social work license issued by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners 2) Valid Class C Texas Driver's License or equivalent Initial Screening Criteria Application indicates willingness to travel at least 40% of the time Experience providing medical social services to children, adults, and/or families with special health care needs (preferred) Additional Information To be considered for an interview, applications must clearly reflect the appropriate licensure and meet all initial criteria. Include formal employment history and relevant social work experiences (field placements, internships, volunteer work, etc.). This position requires travel within all 49 counties covered by PHR 2/3 and may require travel out-of-state. Safe operation of state-owned or personal vehicle is required with a valid driving record. May require non-standard hours to respond to emergencies and may be on-call for disaster response/COOP. Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship. Active Duty, Military, Reservists, Guardsmen, and Veterans Military occupations related to the selection criteria are encouraged to apply. See the Texas State Auditor’s Military Crosswalk for details. ADA Accommodations DSHS will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring process for a qualifying disability. Contact the schedule interviewer or HHS Service Center for assistance with applications or interviews. Salary Information, Pre-employment Checks, and Work Eligibility The salary offered will follow DSHS starting salary guidelines. Any offer is contingent upon available funds. Background and other checks may be required depending on program area and position. DSHS uses E-Verify. Bring I-9 documentation on first day of work. IsExpired: false #J-18808-Ljbffr