Social Work Assistant Jobs in Texas
Social Work Assistant jobs in Texas concentrate heavily in child welfare, mental health, and healthcare settings, with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, UT Health systems, and Baylor Scott & White Health among the most consistent large-scale hirers. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio anchor the biggest share of openings, driven by their dense hospital networks, community health organizations, and county human services agencies. Case support, crisis intervention assistance, and school-based social work are the specialties seeing the strongest and most sustained demand across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Location: Waco, TX
Setting: Case Management
Schedule: PRN Weekends & Weekdays
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The PRN/PT Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Collaborates on performance improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient.
- Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource.
- Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in planning.
- Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Facilitates smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line.
- Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes.
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and examination, development, and participation in continuing education programs.
- Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of human behavior, performance, personal differences in ability, personality, and interests. Understanding psychosocial methods and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Know the principles and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
- Listening and interpersonal skills.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
- Ability to gather, record, and examine data.
- Ability to assist people in recognizing and solving problems.
- Ability to handle grief.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Masters'
- MAJOR - Social Work
- EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
-
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX:
- LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP.
About Us
Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Location: Waco, TX
Setting: Case Management
Schedule: PRN Weekends & Weekdays
Our Core Values are:
- We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
- We never settle by constantly striving for better.
- We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
- We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits
- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%
- Tuition Reimbursement
- PTO accrual beginning Day 1
Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or level.
Job Summary
The PRN/PT Social Worker MSW 1 educates and advises patients and families on coping with emotional or physical issues. This is outlined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners. Coordinates services like crisis intervention, bereavement, client advocacy, referrals, prevention, education, discharge planning, and psychosocial assessments. Collaborates on performance improvement initiatives.
Essential Functions of the Role
- Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments to interpret social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient.
- Employs advanced methods to develop, implement, and evaluate treatment plans. Provides patient and family education and serves as a professional resource.
- Provides or supervises care plans, including resource help, crisis intervention, prevention, education, advocacy, bereavement, therapy, and counseling. Collaborates with the healthcare team and involves the patient and family in planning.
- Serves as a liaison with community resources and staff. Facilitates smooth transition and placement of patients within the assigned service line.
- Collaborates with other healthcare team members to facilitate the interdisciplinary care of patients and achievement of positive outcomes.
- Participates in performance improvement initiatives to include data collection and examination, development, and participation in continuing education programs.
- Prepares and writes professional reports, letters, and case summaries. Conducts and documents detailed psycho-social assessments. Interprets social, environmental, and medical needs of the patient.
Key Success Factors
- Knowledge of human behavior, performance, personal differences in ability, personality, and interests. Understanding psychosocial methods and the assessment and treatment of behavioral and affective disorders.
- Know the principles and methods to restore or enhance social, psychosocial, or bio-psychosocial functioning of individuals, couples, families, groups, organizations, and communities.
- Listening and interpersonal skills.
- Verbal and written communication skills.
- Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications.
- Ability to gather, record, and examine data.
- Ability to assist people in recognizing and solving problems.
- Ability to handle grief.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
QUALIFICATIONS
- EDUCATION - Masters'
- MAJOR - Social Work
- EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience
-
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Lic Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Lic Masters Social Worker (LMSW), Lic Master Social Wrk AdvPrac (LMSW-AP): Must have one of these through the state of TX:
- LCSW, LMSW, LMSW-AP.
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Social Work Assistant Job Market in Texas
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Who's Hiring
- University of Houston10
- Enhabit Home Health & Hospice4
- The Family Place2
- Waco Family Medicine2
- Baylor Scott & White Health2
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in social work assistant jobs across Texas.
- Bachelor's degree in social work or a related human services field required
- Experience with case management software such as DFPS IMPACT or similar systems preferred
- Knowledge of Texas child welfare laws, Adult Protective Services, or Medicaid program guidelines
- Strong written communication skills for documentation, case notes, and service plans
- Ability to conduct home visits and work in community-based settings across assigned territory
- Bilingual English and Spanish proficiency strongly preferred in many Texas metro markets
Social Work Assistant Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a social work assistant in Texas?
Most Texas employers require at least a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a related human services field. While Texas does not mandate a separate state license for social work assistants (as distinct from licensed social workers), roles with the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services or county health authorities often require passing a background check and completing agency-specific training. Working toward a Licensed Master Social Worker credential through the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners strengthens long-term career prospects.
Which companies hire social work assistants in Texas?
Texas social work assistant roles are posted by University of Houston, Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, and The Family Place and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's large public-sector footprint, anchored by county health departments and the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, means government and government-adjacent employers represent a particularly large share of openings statewide.
Which Texas cities have the most social work assistant jobs?
Houston, Austin, and Dallas consistently hold the most social work assistant openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its size and concentration of large hospital systems and county social services, Dallas follows with major nonprofit networks and healthcare employers, and San Antonio's strong military-family services infrastructure and expanding healthcare sector drive demand there.
Are there remote social work assistant jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they're rare. Social work assistant roles typically require in-person contact with clients, home visits, and on-site coordination with case managers, so remote work is not the norm. About 33% of social work assistant openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with those positions most often limited to administrative case coordination or telephone-based client support functions.
How can I get hired as a social work assistant in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying directly to the Texas Department of Family and Protective Services, which runs structured new-worker training programs and regularly hires candidates with a relevant degree and no prior field experience. Large Texas health systems like Baylor Scott & White and UT Health also bring on social work assistants for support roles that do not require prior case management experience. Completing a field placement or practicum through a Texas university social work program, or transitioning from a community health worker or crisis line role, gives candidates a strong practical foundation that hiring managers in Texas recognize.
Where can I find and apply to social work assistant jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to social work assistant jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the roles available, identify the ones that match your experience level and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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