Top 131 Entry level social work Jobs in Houston Tx

Social Work Counselor
MD Anderson —Houston, TX
- $77,000 - $116,500 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Master of Social Work
- Hospital
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Social Worker BSW
HCA Houston Healthcare Northwest —Houston, TX
- Full-time
- No experience needed
- Neurology
- Medical-Surgical
- Employee stock purchase plan
- Disability insurance
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Behavioral Health Specialist
Baylor College of Medicine —Houston, TX
- $63,052 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- LMFT
- Psychiatry
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
WIC Clinic Clerk (Customer Care Center)
Harris County —Pasadena, TX
- Full-time
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
7d
Community Health Worker
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD —Houston, TX
- From $22.01 an hour
- Full-time
- Microsoft Word
- Adults
- Mid-level
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
8d
CPS Adoption Preparation Worker
Dept of Family & Protectve Svc —Houston, TX
- $4,263.16 - $6,779.25 a month
- Online Application
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Pass drug screening
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Family Services Specialist
GULF COAST COMMUNITY SERVICES ASSOCIATION —Houston, TX
- $26.51 - $27.84 an hour
- Classroom
- English
- Mid-level
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Information & Referral Specialist
UNITED WAY OF GREATER HOUSTON —Houston, TX
- $19.61 an hour
- Part-time
- Writing skills
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
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Community Health Worker
Oak Street Health —Pasadena, TX
- $18.50 - $38.82 an hour
- Full-time
- Computer literacy
- HIPAA
- Mid-level
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
10d
Social Worker - Caregiver Support Program
US Veterans Health Administration —Houston, TX
- $78,036 - $122,748 a year
- Online Application
- Background check
- Master of Social Work
- Doctoral degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
7d
Field Operations Specialist - Human Services Program - Houston, Texas
The Workforce Group —Houston, TX
- $30 - $33 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Ability to walk for extended periods
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Patient Navigator, (Sheldon)
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Social Worker ( Surrounding Houston Area)
Friendly Faces Senior Care —Pearland, TX
- $25 - $40 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Master of Social Work
- Writing skills
- Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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Outreach Worker, Hospital Violence Interruption Program
Harris County —Houston, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Spanish
- Clean driving record
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Service Coordinator
The Harris Center for Mental Health and IDD —Houston, TX
- From $47,431 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Driver's License
- Paid time off
- Employee assistance program
10d
QMHP - Qualified Mental Health Professional
Chosen Behavioral —Houston, TX
- $17.00 - $27.50 an hour
- Part-time
- Bilingual
- CPR Certification
- Nursing
- Paid training
- Professional development assistance
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Social Worker - The Crescent
THE CRESCENT —Sugar Land, TX
- Full-time
- English
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Continuing education credits
- Health insurance
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Patient Navigator, Humble
Harris County —Humble, TX
- Weekends as needed
- Spanish
- Microsoft Outlook
- Pass drug screening
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
Social Worker
ST BERNARDINE HOSPICE LLC —Houston, TX
- $68,000 - $72,000 a year
- Full-time
- Master of Social Work
- Mid-level
- Driver's License
CPI Investigation Worker Trainee
Dept of Family & Protectve Svc —Houston, TX
- $3,816.65 - $5,372.41 a month
- Weekends as needed
- Background check
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Social Work Counselor

MD Anderson -
Houston, TX

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Job Details

Full-time
$77,000 - $116,500 a year
10 days ago

Benefits

AD&D insurance
Paid holidays
Disability insurance
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Referral program

Qualifications

Master's degree in social work
Master of Social Work
Family counseling in health services social work
Caregiving documentation requirements
Advance care planning
Electronic health records (EHR) management
Interdisciplinary collaboration in health services social work
LMSW
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Patient advocacy
No experience needed
Clinical social history assessment
Mid-level
Community resource coordination in health services social work
Diagnostic evaluation
Care planning in social services
Psychological support for patients
Transitional care planning in clinical case management
One-on-one patient counseling
Emotional support for patients
Managing patients as a health services social worker
End-of-life care
Direct support
Compliance documentation
Mental health assessments
Multidisciplinary team collaboration for treatment planning
Working with families
Patient progress monitoring
Patient counseling
Social Work

Full Job Description

The Social Work Counselor role supports the Social Work department, which helps patients, families, and caregivers navigate the emotional and practical challenges associated with a cancer diagnosis. The team focuses on reducing psychosocial barriers to care through comprehensive support and intervention. MD Anderson Cancer Center is a leading institution focused on cancer care, research, education, and prevention.

As a Social Work Counselor, you will provide direct support and counseling across the care continuum. This position plays a vital role in ensuring patients receive timely, compassionate care that aligns with treatment goals. The Social Work Counselor collaborates closely with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and quality of life.

The ideal candidate has at least one year of social work experience, preferably in an oncology setting, along with demonstrated competency in biopsychosocial assessment, counseling, and resource navigation. A background in managing complex emotional, social, and practical needs is highly beneficial.

Salary
Minimum $77,000 - Midpoint $97,000 - Maximum $116,500
The typical work schedule will require flexibility since most will be evening with 1 day shift as needed to achieve the 4 -10hr shifts. Also, the day shift would be 8-7pm (10hrs). Work Location: Onsite (Texas Medical Center)

Why Us?
Joining MD Anderson as a Social Work Counselor allows you to make a meaningful impact on patient care while building your clinical expertise in a collaborative, mission-driven environment. This role supports career growth, stability, and work-life balance through comprehensive benefits and professional development opportunities.

Employer-paid medical coverage starting day one for employees working 30+ hours/week, plus optional group dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability insurance.
Accruals for PTO and Extended Illness Bank, plus paid holidays, wellness, childcare, and other leave options.
Tuition Assistance Program after six months of service and access to extensive wellness, fitness, and employee resource groups.
Defined-benefit pension through the Teachers Retirement System, voluntary retirement plans, and employer-paid life and reduced salary protection programs.

Responsibilities

Patient Assessment & Counseling

Conduct biopsychosocial assessments using appropriate diagnostic criteria
Recommend, facilitate, and implement interventions aligned with treatment plans
Provide individual, family, and group counseling across the disease trajectory
Support end-of-life, survivorship, and bereavement needs

Care Coordination

Participate in continuity of care and discharge planning
Facilitate advance care planning with patients and caregivers
Link patients to internal and external resources to reduce barriers to care

Documentation & Compliance

Document all patient care activities within the institutional electronic health record
Ensure documentation aligns with departmental and institutional policies

Collaboration

Work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team to support treatment compliance
Communicate patient needs and progress effectively to care team members

Other Duties

Perform other duties as assigned

EDUCATION

Required: Master's Degree Social Work (MSW or MSSW) from an accredited program approved by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE).

WORK EXPERIENCE

Required: None
Preferred: Experience working in hospital and with oncology patients.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required: LMSW - Licensed Master Social Worker State of Texas. Upon Hire or
Required: LCSW - Licensed Clinical Social Wrkr State of Texas. Upon Hire

The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

Additional Information

Requisition ID: 181274
Employment Status: Full-Time
Employee Status: Regular
Work Week: Days
Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 77,500
Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 97,000
Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 116,500
FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime pay
Fund Type: Hard
Work Location: Onsite
Pivotal Position: Yes
Referral Bonus Available?: No
Relocation Assistance Available?: No

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