Texoma Healthcare Center·Sherman, Texas
The Social Worker is responsible for developing social histories, creating individualized care plans, and providing emotional support to residents and families. They also coordinate discharge planning and build relationships with external community partners to ensure holistic care.
Join our team as a social worker: Provide Compassionate Care and Support for Residents and Families
We’re seeking a dedicated Social Worker to join our growing team! This role plays a vital part in supporting residents' social and emotional well-being. Reliability, trustworthiness, and consistency with attendance are essential. Success in this position also requires multitasking, staying composed in a dynamic environment, and working collaboratively and respectfully with others.
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Develop detailed social histories and assessments for residents, identifying medically related social and emotional needs.
Create individualized care plans that support resident goals and emotional well-being.
Participate in interdisciplinary care plan conferences and contribute to overall care planning.
Provide individual and group support to residents and families during times of crisis or transition.
Assist with new resident orientation and help residents and families adjust to the facility.
Coordinate discharge planning for smooth resident transitions.
Facilitate staff in-service training and educational programs related to social services.
Build strong relationships with external partners (hospitals, doctors, churches, community agencies) to support referrals and ongoing care.
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Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) or has certification as a Social Worker Designee with relevant secondary education.
Demonstrates effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Has experience working in long-term care settings.
Is compassionate, organized, and committed to the holistic well-being of residents.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's Degree in Social Work or be a certified Social Worker Designee. Experience in long-term care settings and strong interpersonal communication skills are required.
Market context
Texas long-term care facilities often seek licensed social workers who can support residents, families, and care teams while meeting state and facility compliance needs. This role is competitive because employers value prior long-term care experience, strong interpersonal communication, and the right credentialing, and the job requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original posting to save you research time. If you are considering applying, confirm your BSW or Social Worker Designee status and be ready to discuss resident advocacy and care coordination examples.