Graduation from school or GED equivalent, and no experience required. This position has been identified as security sensitive within the meaning of section 51.215, Texas Education code.
Employment is contingent upon successful background investigation.
Identifies immediate social, financial, educational, or other family problems, referring those requiring professional attention to other members of the social work staff. Assists in making patient referrals, following up to determine whether patients' needs have been resolved. Provides initial counseling to patients with respect to certain selected routine problem areas such as budget management, school absence, parent-child problems, health maintenance, and the use of other educational or welfare resources. Follows-up with patients throught home visits correspondence or, telephone concerning missed clinic appointments, particularly where there is a high medical risk involved, and assists patients in rescheduling and keeping new appointments. Must have reliable transportation.