Social Work Navigator Intern
Salary
Depends on Qualifications
Location
Houston, TX
Job Type
Internship
Job Number
16849
Department
Commissioner Precinct 4
Opening Date
06/24/2026
Closing Date
7/24/2026 11:59 PM Central
Max Number of Applicants
100
Position Description
Harris County Precinct 4 Social Services Department seeks a Social Work Navigator Intern. This position is an integral part of the Operations Division. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in bridging gaps between frontline services and policy opportunities while supporting resource-related projects that align with the agencys mission. This internship is designed to provide hands-on experience in case management, advocacy, and resource navigation, ensuring alignment with social work competencies and working both in the micro and macro space of social work. The role involves direct client interaction, research, project management, and travel with a client centered holistic approach. The intern will work under the supervision of a social worker and receive the required social work supervision, guidance and feedback to enhance their professional growth.
Job Duties and Responsibilities:
Case Management and Client Services:
Provide case management services to individuals and families, addressing needs related to housing, healthcare, employment, and more.
Conduct client assessments, develop service plans, and follow up to ensure positive outcomes.
Communicate with clients in person, via phone, email, and remote platforms to provide guidance, support, and referrals.
Use technology systems to manage client information, requests, intake, track progress, and document services.
Advocacy and Research:
Conduct research to identify gaps between frontline service delivery and policy implementation.
Develop recommendations to align organizational practices with best practices in social work and advocacy.
Work on projects to address systemic barriers and promote equitable access to resources.
Research and prepare materials for advocacy initiatives to address unmet community needs.
Resource Navigation and Workshop Development:
Develop and facilitate social service workshops for clients and community members on topics such as housing stability, financial literacy, access to healthcare, and other social service-related subjects.
Collaborate with agency staff to identify and update community resource guides.
Coordinate with community partners to strengthen resource networks and enhance client access to services.
Fieldwork and Community Engagement:
Travel to community centers, social work offices, outreach events, and other locations to meet clients, conduct assessments, and provide services.
Represent the agency at community meetings, resource fairs, and advocacy events.
Work in both the field with possible assignments across 1-2 of our 10 community centers and the main Tomball office for professional development.
Administrative Duties:
Manage and resolve client service tickets, ensuring timely and effective responses.
Maintain accurate and confidential client records in compliance with agency policies and social work ethical standards.
Participate in team meetings, supervision sessions, and professional development opportunities.
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Ability to demonstrate empathy, servants' heart, and patience
Exceptional listening and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional conflict resolution skills
Strong organizational skills, and attention to detail.
Ability to manage competing priorities.
Exceptional customer service skills
Ability to effectively interact with diverse groups, with dignity and respect.
Ability to evaluate trends and make suggestions for improvement of community-related programs.
Ability to pivot, adjust to change and work within a growing evolving system.
Ability to support disaster and recover relief work as essential staff if called upon.
Ability to work in cross-functional teams.
Strong interest in case management, advocacy, and resource navigation.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Proficiency in technology systems, including case management software and virtual communication platforms as well as Microsoft Suite systems.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
Flexibility to travel locally to community centers and other outreach locations.
Demonstrated ability to adhere to social work values, ethical principles, and competencies.
NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge and skills must be documented in your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
Bilingual (Spanish, Arabic, Pashto ,Dari, Farsi, Amharic, Vietnamese, Chinese and French)
Knowledge of social service/human services, and local/regional/state/federal delivery systems.
Mental Health First Aid Certified
Experience with Motivational Interviewing (MI)
Three (3) years of experience addressing constituent concerns, resource navigation, case management, community engagement, or outreach.
Licensed BSW
General Information
Location:
HOW TO APPLY:
If this job sounds interesting, you meet the required qualifications, and you can see yourself working for Precinct 4, we invite you to apply online.
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
Not Applicable
01
Are you currently enrolled in a U.S. accredited program in Social Work from an accredited university?
02
Please describe your educational background including level of education completed, area of study and completed major and minor programs.
03
Which of the following best describes your verifiable experience addressing constituent concerns, resource navigation, case management, community engagement, or outreach? (To be considered, qualifying experience must be documented in your applications employment history)
04
Please provide the dates of employment during which you obtained experience working in addressing constituent concerns, resource navigation, case management, community engagement, or outreach. Provide the month and year that began and ended the experience [ Example: "January 2020 - December 2025" ] If this experience is not clearly documented in the Work Experience section, your application will be disqualified. If you do not have this experience, type "N/A" in the space provided.
05
Are you Mental Health First Aid Certified?
06
Are you a licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW)?
07
Which of the following language(s) are you bilingual and fluent? Select all that apply:
Required Question
Employer Harris County
Address 1111 Fannin St
Ste. 600
Houston, Texas, 77002
Phone 713-274-5445
Website https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/harriscountytx