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At Houston Methodist, the Director Case Management & Social Services RN position is responsible for strategy, function and operations of the Case Management & Social Work department. This position is an integrated, interprofessional role which supports caregivers to provide the highest quality, most clinically appropriate care to patients while promoting the most cost-effective utilization of the hospital's resources. The Director Case Mgmt Social Svcs position deploys population-focused teams to enhance consistent clinical, service and financial outcomes through the implementation of exemplar practice. This position provides leadership and direction to Managers and Staff as appropriate. The Director Case Mgmt Social Svcs position is responsible for quality, functional excellence and accomplishment of strategic and operational objectives.
The Director position responsibilities include overseeing the activities of the department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency to accomplish strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position is accountable for employee engagement, adequate staffing levels, budget development and compliance, staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also ensures training, monitoring and operations initiatives are implemented which secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/ regulatory/government regulations.
Located in The Woodlands, one of the fastest-growing and most sought-after communities in Texas, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital offers an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic leader to make a meaningful impact on patient care and organizational performance. As a key member of the hospital leadership team, this role partners with executive, physician, and operational leaders to advance strategic initiatives that improve care coordination, patient progression, and health system outcomes. Join a nationally recognized organization where you will have the opportunity to shape the future of Case Management, lead a high-performing team, and drive innovative solutions that support continued growth and excellence.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master’s degree or must be able to obtain within two years; must be currently enrolled in a degree program at time of hire/transfer
Experience
Five years of people management experience in a healthcare environment; for internal employees, four years of people management experience in healthcare with HM performance that demonstrates leadership responsibility
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and
Magnet ANCC-recognized certification
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially about activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved
Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills
Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
Extensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements that impact department; stays abreast of industry changes
Demonstrates highly effective communication skills—strong written communications and platform presentation abilities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
Capable of leading teams/facilitating groups, building consensus and garnering highest confidence in professionalism and work product by senior leadership
Ability to work under pressure and balance many competing priorities; highly responsive and solution/action oriented
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, InterQual preferred
Maintains a positive and supportive attitude and demeanor
Professional handling of exposure to confidential/sensitive information
Excellent analytical skills
Advanced negotiation and mediation skills
Advanced time management and prioritization skills
Expert collaboration skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Directs, develops and implements strategic and operational/high level projects and processes either through independent/highly autonomous work or through the facilitation of work teams to enable the effective and efficient completion of objectives.
Oversees management of and ensures development for staff to meet overall objectives in terms of quality, service and cost effectiveness. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem. Directs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees.
Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators.
Provides leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes.
Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals. Drives the promotion of teamwork within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed.
Drives and establishes relationships with medical staff, promotes teamwork while ensuring patient care issues are addressed.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees department operations, designated projects, schedules and activities as needed to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.
Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department.
Sets direction for Case Management/Social Services which supports strategic and operational plans, and overall healthcare trends, by establishing goals and outcomes that are aligned with performance expectations and establishing targets and processes to support initiative of clinical quality and length of stay.
Address patient complaints, conducts physician education regarding discharge planning, progression of care, documentation of improvement, and Medicare Conditions of Participation.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines. Responsible for staff maintenance of credentials and competencies, per accrediting/licensing agency and/or department guidelines as applicable.
Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes and information systems by monitoring and improving the department workflow and enhancing operations, using peer-to-peer accountability and identifying solutions via collaboration. Implements process improvements utilizing tools such as lean principles. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.
Responsible for employee compliance to policies and procedures and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., licensure/certification compliance, focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).
Partners with physicians, quality, palliative care and other departments to identify strategies to improve the mortality index and readmission of patients.
Identifies initiatives to progress patient care, work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a safe and efficient discharge plan, as demonstrated by system goals, i.e. avoidable days.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops and manages department operational and capital budgets, approvals, and ongoing maintenance of the department(s), ensuring operation in a cost-effective manner. Proactively identifies and plans for capital needs related to current equipment and future department projects. Ensures staffing plans and schedules meet department needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.
Creates department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.
Ensures that outcomes management activities are integrated and maintained in a clinically appropriate manner. Identifies and plans strategies to reduce length of stay and resource consumption while providing excellent customer/patient service.
Plays a leadership role in utilization review committee which includes identification of opportunities for appropriate utilization of resources to avoid denials and resource management as it pertains to delivery of care.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department, entity or system operations by leading unit projects and/or other department/system-directed activities. Proactively leads task forces and committees. May represent HM at assigned community or professional organization meetings.
Drives change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Partners effectively with stakeholders as appropriate.
Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates My Development Plan (MDP) on an ongoing basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and MDP.
Creates and maintains an effective and innovative care management program by staying abreast of new innovations and trends in the areas of care coordination, evidence-based practice, utilization management, and service excellence. Disseminates information and focuses the efforts of the organization on skills required and critical milestones for advancing outcomes-focused care. Partners with community providers to address quality of care, social determinants of health, and population management.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
+ Uniform: No
+ Scrubs: No
+ Business professional: Yes
+ Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL
+ Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
+ On Call Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017. This 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower — a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women’s services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
INTRODUCTION
At Houston Methodist, the Director Case Management & Social Services RN position is responsible for strategy, function and operations of the Case Management & Social Work department. This position is an integrated, interprofessional role which supports caregivers to provide the highest quality, most clinically appropriate care to patients while promoting the most cost-effective utilization of the hospital's resources. The Director Case Mgmt Social Svcs position deploys population-focused teams to enhance consistent clinical, service and financial outcomes through the implementation of exemplar practice. This position provides leadership and direction to Managers and Staff as appropriate. The Director Case Mgmt Social Svcs position is responsible for quality, functional excellence and accomplishment of strategic and operational objectives.
The Director position responsibilities include overseeing the activities of the department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency to accomplish strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position is accountable for employee engagement, adequate staffing levels, budget development and compliance, staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and developing and implementing policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also ensures training, monitoring and operations initiatives are implemented which secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/ regulatory/government regulations.
Located in The Woodlands, one of the fastest-growing and most sought-after communities in Texas, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital offers an exceptional opportunity for a dynamic leader to make a meaningful impact on patient care and organizational performance. As a key member of the hospital leadership team, this role partners with executive, physician, and operational leaders to advance strategic initiatives that improve care coordination, patient progression, and health system outcomes. Join a nationally recognized organization where you will have the opportunity to shape the future of Case Management, lead a high-performing team, and drive innovative solutions that support continued growth and excellence.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
Master’s degree or must be able to obtain within two years; must be currently enrolled in a degree program at time of hire/transfer
Experience
Five years of people management experience in a healthcare environment; for internal employees, four years of people management experience in healthcare with HM performance that demonstrates leadership responsibility
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Required
RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure - Texas Board of Nursing_PSV Compact Licensure – Must obtain permanent Texas license within 60 days (if establishing Texas residency) and
Magnet ANCC-recognized certification
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially about activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one’s own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved
Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills
Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences
Extensive knowledge of regulatory and accreditation agency requirements that impact department; stays abreast of industry changes
Demonstrates highly effective communication skills—strong written communications and platform presentation abilities
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace
Capable of leading teams/facilitating groups, building consensus and garnering highest confidence in professionalism and work product by senior leadership
Ability to work under pressure and balance many competing priorities; highly responsive and solution/action oriented
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, InterQual preferred
Maintains a positive and supportive attitude and demeanor
Professional handling of exposure to confidential/sensitive information
Excellent analytical skills
Advanced negotiation and mediation skills
Advanced time management and prioritization skills
Expert collaboration skills
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Directs, develops and implements strategic and operational/high level projects and processes either through independent/highly autonomous work or through the facilitation of work teams to enable the effective and efficient completion of objectives.
Oversees management of and ensures development for staff to meet overall objectives in terms of quality, service and cost effectiveness. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem. Directs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees.
Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators.
Provides leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes.
Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one’s area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals. Drives the promotion of teamwork within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed.
Drives and establishes relationships with medical staff, promotes teamwork while ensuring patient care issues are addressed.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Oversees department operations, designated projects, schedules and activities as needed to ensure that goals or objectives are accomplished within the prescribed time frame. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.
Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department.
Sets direction for Case Management/Social Services which supports strategic and operational plans, and overall healthcare trends, by establishing goals and outcomes that are aligned with performance expectations and establishing targets and processes to support initiative of clinical quality and length of stay.
Address patient complaints, conducts physician education regarding discharge planning, progression of care, documentation of improvement, and Medicare Conditions of Participation.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines. Responsible for staff maintenance of credentials and competencies, per accrediting/licensing agency and/or department guidelines as applicable.
Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes and information systems by monitoring and improving the department workflow and enhancing operations, using peer-to-peer accountability and identifying solutions via collaboration. Implements process improvements utilizing tools such as lean principles. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.
Responsible for employee compliance to policies and procedures and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., licensure/certification compliance, focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).
Partners with physicians, quality, palliative care and other departments to identify strategies to improve the mortality index and readmission of patients.
Identifies initiatives to progress patient care, work with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a safe and efficient discharge plan, as demonstrated by system goals, i.e. avoidable days.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Develops and manages department operational and capital budgets, approvals, and ongoing maintenance of the department(s), ensuring operation in a cost-effective manner. Proactively identifies and plans for capital needs related to current equipment and future department projects. Ensures staffing plans and schedules meet department needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.
Creates department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.
Ensures that outcomes management activities are integrated and maintained in a clinically appropriate manner. Identifies and plans strategies to reduce length of stay and resource consumption while providing excellent customer/patient service.
Plays a leadership role in utilization review committee which includes identification of opportunities for appropriate utilization of resources to avoid denials and resource management as it pertains to delivery of care.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department, entity or system operations by leading unit projects and/or other department/system-directed activities. Proactively leads task forces and committees. May represent HM at assigned community or professional organization meetings.
Drives change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures. Partners effectively with stakeholders as appropriate.
Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates My Development Plan (MDP) on an ongoing basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and MDP.
Creates and maintains an effective and innovative care management program by staying abreast of new innovations and trends in the areas of care coordination, evidence-based practice, utilization management, and service excellence. Disseminates information and focuses the efforts of the organization on skills required and critical milestones for advancing outcomes-focused care. Partners with community providers to address quality of care, social determinants of health, and population management.
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
+ Uniform: No
+ Scrubs: No
+ Business professional: Yes
+ Other (department approved): No
ON-CALL
+ Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. Disaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below.
+ On Call Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department
+ May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes
+ May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital opened in June 2017. This 725,000-square-foot, full-service, acute-care hospital offers many of the same services as our flagship hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Also, on the beautiful hospital campus, located at the intersection of Interstate 45 and Texas State Highway 242, are two medical office buildings, which include a Breast Care Center; Cancer Center; infusion center; heart and vascular services; neurology; orthopedics and sports medicine; rehabilitation services; wellness services; an outpatient laboratory; and several other multispecialty physician practices. In January 2022, Houston Methodist The Woodlands opened Healing Tower — a $250 million expansion project that added 106 beds, focused on medical-surgical and women’s services, and provided nine operating rooms. The project also included the expansion of the endoscopy center, emergency department and diagnostic imaging department with an enhanced neurodiagnostic and interventional center.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Social Services Specialist
Match your credentials to the role definition
TN visa eligibility for Social Services Specialists requires a degree in social work, sociology, psychology, or a closely related field. A general business or liberal arts degree won't satisfy CBP, even if you've spent years in social services.
Request a support letter before your offer letter
Ask your prospective employer to prepare a detailed support letter outlining your role, qualifications, and how you meet TN visa requirements for social services work. For Canadians, you'll present this letter at the U.S. port of entry; for Mexicans, at a U.S. consulate. Ensure the letter clearly documents your relevant degree and job responsibilities, as these are essential parts of your TN visa application.
Target employers with established HR compliance teams
Nonprofits, hospital systems, and government contractors in child welfare, behavioral health, and refugee services regularly sponsor TN workers. Their HR teams understand the filing process and won't treat your visa status as a dealbreaker during negotiations.
Use Migrate Mate to filter for TN-sponsoring employers
Search Migrate Mate to find Social Services Specialist roles at employers with recent visa filings and experience sponsoring work visas. Filtering by visa type upfront saves you from pursuing openings at organizations without established visa sponsorship experience.
Prepare for CBP questions on your job duties
Canadian applicants presenting at a port of entry should carry a detailed offer letter outlining specific casework duties. CBP officers assess whether your actual daily responsibilities align with the Social Services Specialist category, not just your job title.
Distinguish your TN status from H-1B during salary talks
Employers sometimes apply H-1B visa prevailing wage logic to TN offers. TN doesn't require USCIS adjudication or government wage certifications, so you can negotiate on market rate without the formal wage requirements that apply to other visa categories.
Social Services Specialist TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Social Services Specialist role qualify for a TN visa?
Yes, provided your position requires at minimum a bachelor's degree in social work, sociology, psychology, or a closely related discipline, and your actual job duties involve direct social services work such as case management, client assessment, or community intervention. CBP evaluates both your credentials and your employer's description of the role, not just the job title on your offer letter.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Social Services Specialist positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and no USCIS petition required for Canadians applying at the border. H-1B requires a lottery entry, a lengthy adjudication period, and significantly more employer paperwork. For a Social Services Specialist with a qualifying degree and a U.S. job offer, TN is typically faster and carries far less uncertainty than the H-1B path.
What documents should I bring to my TN visa interview or port of entry?
Bring your degree transcripts and diploma, a detailed offer letter specifying your title, duties, wage, and employment period, and a support letter from your employer confirming TN sponsorship eligibility. If your degree is in a field adjacent to social work, a credential evaluation letter that maps your coursework to the social services specialty can prevent a CBP denial on the spot.
How can I find Social Services Specialist jobs with TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. You can filter by TN visa eligibility, role type, and location to surface employers with recent visa filings who understand the sponsorship process. This saves time you'd otherwise spend cold-applying to organizations unfamiliar with work visa sponsorship, who may hesitate once they learn about TN requirements like the support letter and port-of-entry presentation.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN sponsorship for a Social Services Specialist role?
Yes, but Mexican citizens apply through a U.S. consulate rather than at a port of entry, and the TN allocation for Mexican nationals is limited. The consular process adds time to your timeline, so plan to start the documentation process as early as possible after receiving an offer. The degree and job duties requirements are identical to those for Canadian applicants.