Medical Social Worker

Job Description

Job Description

TruBlu HR Solutions is seeking a qualified Social Worker for a contract opportunity with a leading pediatric healthcare organization in The Woodlands, TX. This position is ideal for a compassionate and experienced social work professional who is skilled in psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, care coordination, and supporting patients and families through complex situations.

Position Details

Job Title: Social Worker
Location: The Woodlands, TX 77384
Start Date: August 31, 2026
Schedule: Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM
Shift: Day Shift
Contract: Approximately 4 months
Potential: Contract may be extended or converted to a permanent position based on performance

Job Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and evaluate patient and family risk factors.
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care.
• Communicate recommendations effectively with patients, families, physicians, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Coordinate resources and interventions based on social, emotional, physical, and environmental factors affecting patient care.
• Identify barriers to care and discharge and assist patients and families with appropriate resources.
• Provide support during crisis situations, grief, bereavement, and end-of-life care.
• Support families experiencing complex family dynamics and assist with de-escalation when appropriate.
• Assist with legally complex cases by connecting patients and families with appropriate community resources.
• Advocate for patients and families while maintaining a family-centered approach to care.
• Maintain patient privacy and confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and healthcare regulations.
• Accurately document assessments, interventions, recommendations, and care plans in the medical record.
  

Qualifications

• Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW)
• Active Texas social work license – Required: LMSW, LCSW, or LMSW-AP
• Strong experience conducting psychosocial assessments and developing plans of care.
• Ability to manage crisis situations and complex psychosocial needs.
• Excellent critical thinking, judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong professional communication and active listening skills.
• Ability to coordinate community resources and advocate effectively for patients and families.
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• Hospital or healthcare social work experience
• Pediatric social work experience
• Behavioral health experience
• Experience working with interdisciplinary healthcare teams
  

Interested candidates are encouraged to apply with an updated resume. Qualified applicants will be contacted to discuss the position and next steps.