Social Worker II
Listed on 2026-09-25
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Community Health
Posting 20435
-Posted
- Health & Human Services Comm
- Adm Acute Care Psych Direct Car
- Community and Social Services
- San Antonio State Hospital
- Not Eligible for Telework
- Other Locations (1) - Additional Shifts available (1) -b. $3000 - $4999 per month
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.
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Functional
Title:
Social Worker II
Job Title:Social Worker II
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Adm Acute Care Psych Direct Car
Posting Number:20435
Closing Date:09/23/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Community and Social Services
Salary Range:$4,866.58-$6,335.66
Pay Frequency:Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-19
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:Days (First)
Telework:Not Eligible for Telework
Travel:Up to 5%
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Nonexempt
Facility
Location:
San Antonio State Hospital
Job Location City:SAN ANTONIO
Job Location Address:6711 S NEW BRAUNFELS
Other Locations:San Antonio
MOS Codes:,230X,42SX,4C0X1,68X,73A,HM
Job Description
Would you thrive in an environment where you learn and grow personally and professionally all while helping make a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you appreciate being around others like yourself who are dependable, trustworthy, hard workers who believe in the value of teamwork? HSCS is dedicated to building an atmosphere where employees feel valued and supported while providing specialized care for Texans in need.
HSCS is comprised of ten psychiatric hospitals, two youth residential treatment facilities, and thirteen state supported living centers. Psychiatric hospitals are a hub of excellence for forensic mental health and complex psychiatric care, with all facilities accredited by The Joint Commission. They provide state-of-the-art treatment that is recovery-oriented and science-based. If providing hope and healing through compassionate, innovative, and individualized care interests you, we welcome your application for the position below.
Job Functions (EJFs)
Attends work on a regular basis and may be asked to work a specific shift schedule or, at times, even a rotating schedule, extended shift and/or overtime in accordance with agency leave policy and performs other duties as assigned. May serve in an on-call status on a rotating schedule as required to meet operational needs of the facility.
Interviews and converses with individuals, legally authorized representatives, actively involved persons and agencies to determine what is important to the individual and gather background information needed to assess the individual’s support systems and identify the individual’s psychosocial, economic, and physical needs, with updates as appropriate. Interview examples include upon admission or return on an extended forensic commitment, prior to transition to a new home, upon a change in status and in preparation for the annual individual support plan meeting.
Oversees the communication and information exchange between the individual, legally authorized representative, actively involved person and agencies, and facility or treatment providers. Oversight is to ensure that assigned staff have performed liaison function regarding ongoing care, treatment, and support to include, maintaining…
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