Social Worker Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Texas
Texas has a strong demand for social workers across its major metro areas, with large health systems like Houston Methodist, UT Southwestern Medical Center, and Texas Children's Hospital among employers with international hiring track records. The state's size, diverse population, and expanding behavioral health sector create consistent openings for internationally trained social work professionals seeking visa sponsorship.
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- Paid Time Off & Paid Company Holidays
- Medical, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
- $0 Copay for Legacy Provider visits
- $0 Copay for prescriptions filled at Legacy Pharmacies
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Location: Legacy Southwest - 6441 High Star Dr. Houston, TX 77074
Social Worker (MSW/LMSW) - Job Overview
Schedule: Monday-Friday | Hybrid
At Legacy Community Health, we invite you to be part of something truly special. As a Social Worker (MSW/LMSW), you'll find yourself at the very core of our mission, where your efforts will make a real, heartfelt difference in the lives of those we serve. This is more than a career—it's a path of compassion, collaboration, and personal growth.
- Engage in meaningful work that transforms lives and strengthens communities.
- Be a vital part of a supportive, team-based environment within a primary care medical home.
- Experience the joy of patient advocacy, care linkages, and providing psychological and social support.
- Fuel your growth with continuous learning and professional development opportunities.
- Relish a balanced work-life environment that truly values your well-being.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate within a primary care medical home using a team-based care approach.
- Assess the medical and psychosocial needs of patients effectively and empathetically.
- Provide patients with information, referrals, and linkage to essential services.
- Conduct outreach and follow-ups to ensure comprehensive care.
- Advocate passionately for patients to bridge service gaps.
- Empower patients with education and tools for self-management.
- Monitor and evaluate the quality of services provided.
- Participate actively in Performance Improvement and Quality Assurance Programs.
- Attend specialized training for Medicaid's Case Management for Children and Pregnant Women Program.
- Maintain a direct patient care caseload within Behavioral Health.
- Conduct appointments and provide clinical supervision.
- Respond to Risk Assessment calls and attend community coalition meetings.
- Onboard and mentor new Social Service staff.
- Travel between locations as needed to provide support.
- Support walk-in patients and maintain work area and equipment.
- Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and mission.
Minimum Qualifications
- MSW from a CSWE accredited institution required.
- Active licensure as defined by the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners.
- BLS/CPR Certification.
- Experience working with children with special needs and pregnant women is desirable.
- Knowledge and adherence to the NASW Code of Ethics.
- Effective communication with diverse patients and stakeholders.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
- Experience with community agencies and case management.
- Knowledge of public benefits and access facilitation.
- Able to manage multiple deadlines and decision-making responsibilities.
- Bilingual in English/Spanish preferred.
About Legacy Community Health
As the largest Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) in Southeast Texas, Legacy Community Health has been delivering comprehensive, high-quality, and affordable health care for nearly 40 years. With more than 50 clinics across the Greater Houston and Gulf Coast region, we continue to grow strategically and invest in our communities. By innovating how care is delivered, we've stayed at the forefront of connecting our communities to health—every day, in every way. At Legacy, we know our success is powered by our people. We're always looking for talented, passionate individuals who want more than a job—they want a meaningful career that makes a real impact. Explore our open positions and see if a career at Legacy is right for you.
At Legacy Community Health, our mission—Driving healthy change in our communities—guides everything we do. To fulfill this mission, every team member is expected to embody the following core attributes in their daily work, regardless of role or department:
Approachable & Collaborative
We bring our expertise without ego. In a collaborative healthcare environment, humility fosters trust and teamwork. Our employees value diverse perspectives, seek input from others, and are unafraid to acknowledge when they need help. We stay grounded in our purpose: to serve patients and communities with compassion and humility.
Driven & Committed
We are driven by a deep commitment to excellence in patient care and organizational improvement. Our employees take initiative, embrace challenges, and go the extra mile to support our mission. Whether improving patient outcomes, streamlining processes, or stepping up in times of need, we are always striving to drive healthy change—within ourselves, our teams, and the communities we serve.
Perceptive & Thoughtful Communicators
We value emotional intelligence as much as clinical or technical skill. Our team members demonstrate sound judgment, cultural sensitivity, and the ability to navigate complex situations with empathy and professionalism. They communicate clearly and respectfully with patients, families, and colleagues, building trust and fostering a safe, inclusive environment for all.
Social Worker Job Roles in Texas
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Which companies sponsor visas for social workers in Texas?
Large hospital systems and healthcare networks are the most active sponsors, including Houston Methodist, UT Southwestern Medical Center, Texas Children's Hospital, and Baylor Scott and White Health. Academic medical centers and county-level behavioral health authorities also hire social workers and have established HR infrastructure to support visa sponsorship, which smaller private practices typically do not.
Which visa types are most common for social worker roles in Texas?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for social workers holding a master's degree in social work (MSW), as USCIS generally treats licensed clinical social work as a specialty occupation requiring a specific degree. Some positions at nonprofit or government-affiliated employers may qualify under the H-1B cap-exempt pathway. TN visas are available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying social work roles under USMCA.
Which cities in Texas have the most social worker sponsorship jobs?
Houston and Dallas-Fort Worth account for the largest share of social worker sponsorship opportunities in Texas, driven by their concentration of major hospital systems, academic medical centers, and behavioral health networks. Austin is growing steadily due to expanding mental health services and nonprofit sector investment. San Antonio also has consistent demand, particularly through its large military-connected healthcare and VA-affiliated facilities.
How to find social worker visa sponsorship jobs in Texas?
Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, so you can search social worker roles in Texas without sorting through employers who don't sponsor. The platform is built for international job seekers, making it easier to identify which Texas employers are actively hiring for sponsored positions in clinical, school-based, and behavioral health social work settings.
Are there any Texas-specific considerations for social workers seeking visa sponsorship?
Texas requires social workers to hold a license from the Texas State Board of Social Worker Examiners, and international applicants should confirm their credentials meet Texas licensing standards before or alongside applying. Employers in Texas's large public hospital districts and federally qualified health centers (FQHCs) sometimes qualify as cap-exempt H-1B sponsors, which can simplify and speed up the petition process for eligible candidates.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored social worker jobs in Texas?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.