Clinical Social Work Jobs in Virginia

Clinical Social Work jobs in Virginia are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in mental health agencies, hospital systems, VA medical centers, and community-based nonprofits serving both urban and rural populations at every level from entry-level clinician to licensed clinical director. The busiest hiring markets are Northern Virginia, Richmond, and the Hampton Roads region, where large employers such as Inova Health System, VCU Health, and the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs consistently maintain clinical social work rosters. The most sought-after specialties in Virginia right now are behavioral health, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-informed care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles42
Top employerVirginia Commonwealth University
Top cityRichmond, VA
Cities hiring18
Work type40% Remote
Top industryEducation

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Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) - Hospice - PRN
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Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) - Hospice - PRN
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Virginia Beach, Virginia
Community & Nonprofit Services
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Supervisee in Social Work (MST)
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Supervisee in Social Work (MST)
Compass Behavioral Group
Yorktown, Virginia
Community & Nonprofit Services
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$55k - $70k/yr
Master's degree
201-500

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Ambulatory Social Work Team Lead: Oncology
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Ambulatory Social Work Team Lead: Oncology
VCU Health System
Richmond, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$83k - $129k.8/yr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Ambulatory Social Work Team Lead: Transplant
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Ambulatory Social Work Team Lead: Transplant
VCU Health System
Richmond, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Social Work & Counseling
$83k - $129k.8/yr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Case Manager, Social Work, PRN, BSW or MSW
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Case Manager, Social Work, PRN, BSW or MSW
Mary Washington Healthcare
Stafford, Virginia
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$34.07 - $51.1/hr
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Clinical Social Work Jobs by City in Virginia

Where Virginia roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Richmond
8 jobs
Arlington
5 jobs
Lynchburg
3 jobs
Fredericksburg
3 jobs
Norfolk
2 jobs
Radford
2 jobs
Woodbridge
2 jobs
Virginia Beach
2 jobs
Charlottesville
2 jobs

Clinical Social Work Job Market in Virginia

A snapshot from current Virginia openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Virginia Commonwealth University8 open roles
Kaiser Permanente7 open roles
Compass Behavioral5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Virginia Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical social work jobs across Virginia.

  • Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential issued by the Virginia Board of Social Work
  • Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited graduate program
  • Experience providing direct clinical services including individual, group, or family therapy
  • Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
  • Knowledge of Virginia Medicaid behavioral health billing and documentation standards
  • Ability to maintain compliance with Virginia mandatory reporting laws and HIPAA requirements

Clinical Social Work Jobs in Virginia: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a clinical social work in Virginia?

You become a licensed clinical social worker in Virginia by earning a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program, completing supervised post-graduate clinical hours, and passing the clinical-level ASWB examination. The Virginia Board of Social Work, which operates under the Department of Health Professions, issues the LCSW credential and oversees the supervised experience and application requirements before you may practice independently in the state.

Which companies hire clinical social works in Virginia?

Employers hiring clinical social works in Virginia right now include Virginia Commonwealth University, Kaiser Permanente, and Compass Behavioral, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Virginia's mix of large hospital systems, federally operated VA medical centers, and community mental health centers means demand is spread across both private and public sector organizations throughout the state.

Which Virginia cities have the most clinical social work jobs?

Richmond, Arlington, and Virginia have the most clinical social work openings in Virginia. Northern Virginia and Richmond drive the largest share of postings because of their dense concentration of hospital systems, federally affiliated health programs, and nonprofit behavioral health agencies, while Hampton Roads sees steady demand anchored by military-connected VA facilities and regional health networks serving a large veteran population.

Are there remote clinical social work jobs in Virginia?

Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because clinical social work often requires in-person assessments, court appearances, or facility-based care. About 70% of clinical social work openings tied to Virginia are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the roles most likely to be fully remote are outpatient telehealth therapy positions where the entire client interaction occurs via video platform.

How can I get hired as a clinical social work in Virginia with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is securing a post-graduate supervised residency or associate-level clinical position that counts toward your Virginia LCSW hours requirement. Large Virginia employers such as Inova, VCU Health, and community services boards run supervised internship and new-graduate fellowship tracks designed for MSW graduates who are working toward full licensure. Roles titled clinical social work associate, care coordinator, or case manager at Virginia behavioral health agencies frequently serve as direct on-ramps, and holding a current LCSW-A registration from the Virginia Board of Social Work gives candidates a clear competitive advantage over unlicensed applicants.

Where can I find and apply to clinical social work jobs in Virginia?

You can find and apply to clinical social work jobs in Virginia on Migrate Mate, which lists current Virginia openings across hospital systems, community agencies, VA facilities, and nonprofit organizations. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.

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