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Social Worker

Lifespace Communities·Austin, Texas

$59,600 - $81,900/yrFull TimeOn Site2-5 yrsPosted 7 days ago
Practice for this role

Social Worker · $59,600 - $81,900/yr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

  • -25% vs. median posted salary for behavioral health roles in Austin, Texas ($80,000, n=187)
  • 397 similar openings in the Austin area · median $80,000
$25,000 · p10p90 · $500,000
this role: $59,600median $80,000

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 187 posted behavioral health roles in Austin, Texas salarys. This role sits in the 26th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 25% below the Austin, Texas median for behavioral health roles.

The Social Worker assesses and documents the psychosocial needs of residents while coordinating care plans and move-in processes. They also act as a resident advocate to ensure rights are upheld and provide support to families and staff.

Community

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Address: 2500 Barton Creek Blvd Austin, Texas 78735 Pay Range $59,600.00-$81,900.00+ Annual Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our talented team as our new Social Worker today!

A few details about the role: Assess and document psycho-social needs and pertinent social data about personal and family problems related to resident illness and care, and actions taken to meet resident needs. Attend resident care planning meetings and accurately complete social service documentation, including MDS and care plans in a timely manner, in accordance with community policies and procedures, state and federal laws. Assist in the inquiry process, move-in coordination, and paperwork completion processes. Conduct tours as needed and follow welcome procedures for all new move-ins. Visit all new residents upon move-ins to introduce self, community, and review move-in packet, verify insurance coverage and inform of any extra costs for non-covered services. Provide a high level of resident engagement. Complete all required documentation pertaining to advance care planning to include assisting with completion of Advanced Directives per regulatory standards and compliance. Coordinate with residents, families, team members, and other outside agencies/providers for in-house services as needed and move-out planning activities. Act as a resident advocate asserting and safeguarding the human and civil rights of the residents and their families while fostering human dignity and personal worth. Provide training and support to departments and team members regarding resident rights.

And here’s what you need to apply: Master’s degree from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education and one year experience in a health care setting, OR Bachelor’s degree in social work, psychology, sociology or related field and three years’ experience in a health care setting Licensed Social Worker required by community and/or state regulations. Lifespace has successfully served older adults for 50 years, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace team members, get ready to ignite your life and experience Our Space.

COMPANY

OVERVIEW: Lifespace Communities, headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest nonprofit senior living organizations. For over 50 years, we have been dedicated to creating vibrant communities across the country where older adults are empowered to live their aspirations with purpose, independence, and peace of mind. Driven by a commitment to exceptional service, innovation, and meaningful connections, our team members work together to enrich the lives of our residents every day. At Lifespace, you'll find more than a career, you'll find an opportunity to make a lasting impact while growing professionally in a collaborative, mission-driven organization. Equal Opportunity Employer

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master's degree in social work with one year of healthcare experience, or a Bachelor's degree in a related field with three years of experience. A valid social work license is required by state and community regulations.

  • bachelor degree
  • postgraduate degree
  • Communication
  • Documentation
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Interdisciplinary collaboration
  • Case management
  • Care planning
  • Psychosocial assessment
  • Social work
  • Resident advocacy
  • Advanced directives

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$59,600 - $81,900/yr
Location
Austin, Texas
Posted
Sep 2, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Lifespace Communities

Lifespace Communities is a not-for-profit organization founded in 1976. Today, our presence spans across the country and we proudly serve nearly 6,000 residents and employ over 4,000 team members. Our mission is to create communities where people are empowered to live their...

IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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Market context

Texas social work roles need clinical MSW prep

In Texas, social worker roles in healthcare settings are often tied to steady demand for clinicians who can support patients through care coordination, discharge planning, and insurance navigation. This role is competitive because it requires an MSW with clinical practice preparation, dialysis-setting compliance knowledge, and familiarity with government and private insurance programs, plus basic Microsoft Office skills. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then tailor your application to show clinical experience in regulated care settings.

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