Posted May 16, 2026
Social Worker
Lubbock, Texas, United States
Full Time
Reference: 44822BR
Position Description
Employees in this classification are responsible for providing social services to patients and their families by assisting them with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Persons in this position work closely with physicians and nursing staff to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem. They also serve as a resource referral service in advising patients and their families about available community resources.
Department
Garrison Institute on Aging
Major/Essential Functions
Occasional Duties
Required Qualifications
Education:
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education.
License/Certification:
Licensed or eligible for license as a Social Worker by the Council on Social Work Education.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
Employees in this classification are responsible for providing social services to patients and their families by assisting them with personal and environmental difficulties which predispose illness or interfere with obtaining maximum benefits from medical care. Persons in this position work closely with physicians and nursing staff to further their understanding of significant social and emotional factors underlying patient's health problem. They also serve as a resource referral service in advising patients and their families about available community resources.
Department
Garrison Institute on Aging
Major/Essential Functions
- Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments for neurology patients
- Identify emotional, behavioral, social, and environmental needs impacting care
- Provide short-term counseling and emotional support to patients and families
- Assist patients coping with diagnoses such as stroke, epilepsy, neurodegenerative disorders, or traumatic brain injury
- Develop and implement individualized care plans in collaboration with the clinical team
- Coordinate referrals to community resources, rehabilitation services, and support programs
- Assist with transitions of care (e.g., hospital to home, outpatient to long-term care)
- Facilitate access to home health services, therapy, and durable medical equipment
- Work as the primary person in our collaborative care model
Occasional Duties
- Perform other duties as assigned by Supervisor
Required Qualifications
Education:
A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from an accredited program by the Council on Social Work Education.
License/Certification:
Licensed or eligible for license as a Social Worker by the Council on Social Work Education.
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Jeanne Clery Act
The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx.
