Job Description

Director of Social Work - Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center - Midland, TX

Signet Health is currently recruiting for a Director of Social Workfor a New, free-standing psychiatric hospital located at Permian Basin Behavioral Health Center in Midland, TX.

The Director of Social Work leads the department, overseeing patient psychosocial needs, managing staff, developing programs, ensuring regulatory compliance, budgeting, and collaborating across departments to integrate social work into holistic care, focusing on discharge planning, resource linkage, and family support for optimal patient well-being.

Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership & Management: Supervise social workers and clerical staff, staffing/hiring, scheduling, training, and conducting performance evaluations.
• Program Development: Create, implement, and evaluate social work policies and programs to meet patient, family, and community needs.
• Patient Care Oversight: Ensure psychosocial needs are met, coordinate counseling, manage discharge planning, and link patients to community resources (housing, healthcare).
• Compliance & Quality: Maintain adherence to federal/state regulations (like HIPAA), conduct documentation audits, and ensure timely, complete patient services.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work with administrators, medical staff, and other departments (like palliative care) to integrate social work into overall care.
• Budget & Resources: Manage department budgets, allocate resources, and potentially engage in grant writing.
• Advocacy: Advocate for patients, families, and policy changes related to social justice and effective care.

Requirements/Qualifications

Essential Skills & Qualifications:

• Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) and state licensure (LMSW, LCSW).
• Strong leadership, management, and interpersonal skills.
• Knowledge of social work principles, healthcare regulations, and community resources.
• Experience in program planning, budgeting, and staff supervision.