Clinical Social Work Jobs in New York
Clinical Social Work jobs in New York are among the most active in the country, concentrated in hospital systems, community mental health centers, child welfare agencies, and school-based programs, with openings from entry-level clinicians through senior supervisory roles. New York City, Buffalo, and Albany are the largest hiring metros, where major employers like NYC Health + Hospitals, Northwell Health, and the Administration for Children's Services maintain consistent clinical social work pipelines. The most in-demand specialties include child and adolescent mental health, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-informed care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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White Plains, New YorkShift:
Day (United States of America)Description:
Social Work Resource Liaison - Center for Autism & Developing Brain – Days
Join experts in the diagnosis and treatment of autism at NYP's Center for Autism and the Developing Brain (CADB). Situated on the 200+ acre campus of NYP/Westchester Behavioral Health, CADB transforms the way patients with ASD and their families access therapeutic services, offering short-term treatment to children and adults including providing gold-standard evaluations, naturalistic ABA, parent coaching, group therapy, Early Intervention services, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy. It’s a progressive environment—and a premier opportunity for your career.
Continue the success of our clinic by directly interacting with patients in our Early Intervention classroom. The CADB Social Work Resource Liaison (SWRL) will assist in the CADB Early Intervention classroom, develop lesson plans, prepare classroom materials, manage scheduling of services, authorizations, filing of all EI charts, and provide support to treatment providers. Training and supervision will be provided by world-renowned autism experts in the application of the Early Start Denver Model (a naturalistic form of Applied Behavior Analysis).
The SWRL will also assist the CADB clinical team in collaborating with a network of external programs to effectively identify community resources for our patients. The SWRL is also responsible to conduct intake interviews, assist patients in accessing CADB’s services and evaluations, and be part of the administrative team responsible for oversight and maintenance of testing kits and treatment supplies, including regular cleaning, inventory, and monitoring of materials. Be a part of CADB’s incredible mission to improve the lives of individuals with autism and their families. New Grads interested in Psycology/Autism specturm are welcome to apply.
This position works Monday - Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm at NYP/Westchester Behavioral Health in White Plains.
Preferred:
Prior experience work experience is behavioral health
Prior experience working with young children (under age 3)
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field
Required:
Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
Knowledge of basic Social Work and human development skills
Experience with Microsoft Office suite
Knowledge of department policies & basic Social Work skills
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range:
$35.55-$40.55/Hourly
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
Location
White Plains, New YorkShift:
Day (United States of America)Description:
Social Work Resource Liaison - Center for Autism & Developing Brain – Days
Join experts in the diagnosis and treatment of autism at NYP's Center for Autism and the Developing Brain (CADB). Situated on the 200+ acre campus of NYP/Westchester Behavioral Health, CADB transforms the way patients with ASD and their families access therapeutic services, offering short-term treatment to children and adults including providing gold-standard evaluations, naturalistic ABA, parent coaching, group therapy, Early Intervention services, Occupational Therapy, and Speech Therapy. It’s a progressive environment—and a premier opportunity for your career.
Continue the success of our clinic by directly interacting with patients in our Early Intervention classroom. The CADB Social Work Resource Liaison (SWRL) will assist in the CADB Early Intervention classroom, develop lesson plans, prepare classroom materials, manage scheduling of services, authorizations, filing of all EI charts, and provide support to treatment providers. Training and supervision will be provided by world-renowned autism experts in the application of the Early Start Denver Model (a naturalistic form of Applied Behavior Analysis).
The SWRL will also assist the CADB clinical team in collaborating with a network of external programs to effectively identify community resources for our patients. The SWRL is also responsible to conduct intake interviews, assist patients in accessing CADB’s services and evaluations, and be part of the administrative team responsible for oversight and maintenance of testing kits and treatment supplies, including regular cleaning, inventory, and monitoring of materials. Be a part of CADB’s incredible mission to improve the lives of individuals with autism and their families. New Grads interested in Psycology/Autism specturm are welcome to apply.
This position works Monday - Friday 8:30 am-5:00 pm at NYP/Westchester Behavioral Health in White Plains.
Preferred:
Prior experience work experience is behavioral health
Prior experience working with young children (under age 3)
Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work, Psychology, Education or related field
Required:
Good interpersonal and organizational skills with the ability to prioritize
Knowledge of basic Social Work and human development skills
Experience with Microsoft Office suite
Knowledge of department policies & basic Social Work skills
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
__________________
2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma – Glassdoor
2026 Best Place to Work – Glassdoor
2026 America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes
2026 America’s Best-In-State Employers – Forbes
2026 America’s Dream Employers – Forbes
2026 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community – Newsweek
2026 Best Places to Work in IT - Computerworld
2025 Great Place to Work Certified
2025 Best Employers for Women – Forbes
2025 Companies that Care – People
2025 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being - Newsweek
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range:
$35.55-$40.55/Hourly
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
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What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical social work jobs across New York.
- Active New York State LCSW or LMSW license issued by the Office of the Professions
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- Experience conducting biopsychosocial assessments and developing individualized treatment plans
- Proficiency in evidence-based modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused therapy
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems used in clinical settings
- Strong documentation skills meeting regulatory and managed care requirements
Clinical Social Work Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical social work in New York?
To practice clinical social work in New York, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and obtain licensure through the New York State Education Department Office of the Professions. The Licensed Master Social Worker credential requires completing supervised post-graduate hours and passing the ASWB clinical exam. Advancing to the LCSW designation requires additional supervised clinical hours, after which you can practice independently and bill insurance.
Which companies hire clinical social works in New York?
Employers hiring clinical social works in New York right now include Children's Home, Rochester Regional Health, and Good Shepherd Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. New York's large integrated health systems, city-funded mental health programs, and nonprofit social service organizations collectively make this one of the most diverse hiring landscapes for licensed clinical social workers in the country.
Which New York cities have the most clinical social work jobs?
The cities with the most clinical social work openings in New York are New York, Binghamton, and Brooklyn. New York City dominates due to its concentration of hospital systems, community mental health centers, and city-funded agencies, while Buffalo and Albany see strong demand driven by regional health networks, state government programs, and university medical centers anchoring the upstate job market.
Are there remote clinical social work jobs in New York?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields, since many clinical social work roles require in-person assessment, crisis intervention, or on-site care coordination. About 55% of clinical social work openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of August 2026. Teletherapy and telehealth case management positions represent the segment most likely to offer fully remote arrangements for licensed clinicians.
How can I get hired as a clinical social work in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a field placement or post-graduate fellowship at a New York hospital system or city agency while completing your MSW, then converting that relationship into a first hire. NYC Health + Hospitals and Northwell Health run formal post-graduate fellowship programs for new MSW graduates seeking supervised hours toward LMSW licensure. Roles such as case manager, crisis counselor, or school social work aide serve as common lateral entry points for candidates building toward full licensure.
Where can I find and apply to clinical social work jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to clinical social work jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current New York openings updated in real time. Search by city or specialty to see roles that match your license level and experience, then apply directly to the employers posting them. Find a role that fits and apply directly.
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