Social Worker III - Social Services Specialist

This Social Work position at TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

TX-HHSC-DSHS-DFPS lists compensation for this physician position at $69k to $87k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in Terrell, Texas.

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. For a physician earning $300k, the absence of state income tax can represent $15k–$30k or more in annual savings.

Key skills and qualifications: Case Management, Crisis Intervention, Psychosocial Assessment, Patient Advocacy, Interdisciplinary Collaboration, Counseling, Discharge Planning, Supervision. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: Performs complex social services work, serving as a liaison between patients and representatives to ensure ongoing care and support. Focuses on complex cases, post-discharge placement, and the design of patient rights training.

Benefits package: 100% paid employee health insurance, Defined benefit pension plan, Generous time off, Career advancement opportunities. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.