Clinical Social Worker Jobs

Clinical Social Worker jobs are open across healthcare systems, school districts, government agencies, and nonprofits, at every level from entry-level to licensed clinical supervisor, with specializations in mental health, substance use, and child and family services. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles415+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityBoston, MA
Work type72% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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LifeStance Health
New 5h ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
LifeStance Health
Carmel, Indiana
Nursing
Allied Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$84k - $107k/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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University of Utah
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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University of Utah
New 12h ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
University of Utah
Salt Lake City, Utah
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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LifeStance Health
New 14h ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
LifeStance Health
Encinitas, California
Nursing
Allied Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$107k - $122k/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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INTEGRIS Health
Lic Clinical Social Worker
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INTEGRIS Health
New 19h ago
Lic Clinical Social Worker
INTEGRIS Health
Oklahoma
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
None
10,000+

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University of California - San Francisco
Clinical Social Worker
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University of California - San Francisco
New 19h ago
Clinical Social Worker
University of California - San Francisco
San Francisco, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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Clinical Social Worker Job Market

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

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health129
  • Yale New Haven Health
    Yale New Haven Health17
  • Legacy Health
    Legacy Health16
  • Behavioral Health Practice Services
    Behavioral Health Practice Services10
  • Rush University Medical Center
    Rush University Medical Center9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services352
  • Education38
  • Non-Profit & Social Services6
  • Technology & Software6
  • Government & Public Sector5

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in clinical social worker jobs.

  • Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
  • Active state licensure such as LCSW, LMSW, or equivalent credential
  • Experience providing individual, group, or family therapy
  • Proficiency with electronic health records such as Epic or Cerner
  • Knowledge of crisis intervention, risk assessment, and safety planning
  • Familiarity with Medicaid, Medicare, and managed care documentation requirements

Tips for Your Clinical Social Worker Job Search

Lead your resume with licensure details

List your license type, state of licensure, and expiration date at the top of your resume. Hiring managers scan for LCSW, LMSW, or state-specific equivalents before reading anything else, so bury it and you risk early elimination.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists clinical social worker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target job postings by clinical population

Search by the population you want to serve, such as geriatric, pediatric, or forensic, not just the job title. Employers often use population-specific language in listings that broad searches miss entirely.

Tailor your cover letter to the setting

A hospital social worker role and a community mental health role call for completely different emphasis. Match your examples to the setting's priorities, whether that's care coordination, crisis intervention, or case management.

Prepare for competency-based interview questions

Most clinical social worker interviews include structured behavioral questions tied to the NASW Code of Ethics, mandatory reporting scenarios, or caseload management. Practice concrete answers using real case examples without identifying client information.

Negotiate supervision hours into your offer

If you're working toward full licensure, confirm in writing how many supervised hours per week the employer provides and who your supervisor is. Vague verbal commitments can delay your licensure timeline by months.

Clinical Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most clinical social workers?

The companies hiring the most clinical social workers right now include LifeStance Health, Yale New Haven Health, and Legacy Health, with the largest share of openings in California, Massachusetts, and Pennsylvania, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Health systems, community mental health centers, and school districts consistently account for the majority of active postings.

How many clinical social worker jobs are remote?

About 28% of clinical social worker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, a share that has grown alongside telehealth adoption across the field. Roles focused on outpatient therapy, care management, and employee assistance programs tend to have the highest concentration of remote opportunities compared to hospital-based or in-person crisis positions.

How do you become a clinical social worker?

You earn a Bachelor of Social Work or a related undergraduate degree, then complete a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, which includes a required field practicum. After graduation, you apply for your state's provisional or associate license, accumulate the supervised clinical hours your state requires, and then sit for the ASWB Clinical exam to earn full licensure.

Can you get hired as a clinical social worker with little experience?

Yes, many employers hire newly licensed or provisionally licensed social workers, particularly in community mental health, school-based programs, and hospital systems that offer structured supervision. Completing your MSW field placements in a clinical setting and highlighting any internship work with your target population can make your application competitive even without post-graduation experience.

What does the clinical social worker interview process look like?

Most hiring processes start with a phone or video screen by HR, followed by a panel interview with the clinical supervisor and team members that focuses on case scenarios, ethical dilemmas, and your approach to documentation. Some employers add a practical component such as a mock intake assessment or a written vignette, and reference checks typically happen before a final offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to clinical social worker jobs?

You can find and apply to clinical social worker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your license type, preferred setting, and location, and apply directly to each listing that fits.

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