Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Wisconsin
Clinical Social Worker jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in healthcare systems, community mental health centers, and child and family services, with steady demand at the entry, licensed, and supervisory levels. Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay are the largest hiring markets, anchored by employers like Ascension Wisconsin, UW Health, and Aurora Health Care. The most in-demand specialties are outpatient mental health, substance use treatment, and school-based services. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Strive Health partners with skilled nursing facilities to deliver high-quality behavioral health care to residents. Our integrated model combines psychiatric nurse practitioners and licensed clinical social workers to provide a full spectrum of mental health services at no cost to the facility. We handle scheduling, credentialing, and billing so our clinicians can focus on what they do best: patient care.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor (LCSW/LPC) to provide psychotherapy and psychosocial support to residents in skilled nursing facilities. The therapist will conduct assessments, deliver individual and group therapy, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and ensure regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct initial diagnostic assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide psychotherapy services tailored to resident needs.
- Deliver individual, group, and family counseling focused on depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment, and behavioral health issues.
- Document sessions in compliance with Medicare and facility requirements.
- Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
- Support residents and families in coping with illness, placement, and end-of-life issues.
- Collaborate with Strive psychiatric nurse practitioners and facility staff to ensure coordinated care.
- Educate facility staff on recognizing psychosocial needs and appropriate referral processes.
Qualifications
- Master’s in Social Work (MSW) with active LCSW or LPC license in the state of Wisconsin.
- Enrolled or eligible for enrollment as a Medicare Part B provider.
- Experience working with geriatric populations or in long-term care preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently within a collaborative, team-based environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with productivity incentives.
- Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, PTO, CEU support).
- Administrative and billing support.
- Flexible scheduling with consistent facility assignments.
- Opportunity to be part of an integrated behavioral health team serving post-acute and long-term care residents.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
About Us
Strive Health partners with skilled nursing facilities to deliver high-quality behavioral health care to residents. Our integrated model combines psychiatric nurse practitioners and licensed clinical social workers to provide a full spectrum of mental health services at no cost to the facility. We handle scheduling, credentialing, and billing so our clinicians can focus on what they do best: patient care.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor (LCSW/LPC) to provide psychotherapy and psychosocial support to residents in skilled nursing facilities. The therapist will conduct assessments, deliver individual and group therapy, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and ensure regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct initial diagnostic assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide psychotherapy services tailored to resident needs.
- Deliver individual, group, and family counseling focused on depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment, and behavioral health issues.
- Document sessions in compliance with Medicare and facility requirements.
- Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
- Support residents and families in coping with illness, placement, and end-of-life issues.
- Collaborate with Strive psychiatric nurse practitioners and facility staff to ensure coordinated care.
- Educate facility staff on recognizing psychosocial needs and appropriate referral processes.
Qualifications
- Master’s in Social Work (MSW) with active LCSW or LPC license in the state of Wisconsin.
- Enrolled or eligible for enrollment as a Medicare Part B provider.
- Experience working with geriatric populations or in long-term care preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently within a collaborative, team-based environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with productivity incentives.
- Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, PTO, CEU support).
- Administrative and billing support.
- Flexible scheduling with consistent facility assignments.
- Opportunity to be part of an integrated behavioral health team serving post-acute and long-term care residents.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical social worker jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential issued by the Wisconsin DSPS
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required
- Experience with evidence-based therapeutic modalities such as CBT or DBT preferred
- Proficiency with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems required
- Experience serving adults, children, or families in a clinical or community setting
- Strong knowledge of Wisconsin community resources and behavioral health referral pathways
Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical social worker in Wisconsin?
You become a clinical social worker in Wisconsin by earning a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, completing the required post-graduate supervised clinical hours, and passing the ASWB Clinical exam. Licensure is issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services as the Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential. Meeting these requirements qualifies you to practice independently in clinical settings across the state.
Which companies hire clinical social workers in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin clinical social worker roles are posted by LifeStance Health, Presence, and Strive Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Wisconsin's large integrated health systems and community mental health organizations consistently post clinical social worker openings across inpatient, outpatient, and school-based settings.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most clinical social worker jobs?
Ripon, Racine, and Madison have the most clinical social worker openings in Wisconsin. Milwaukee leads because of its concentration of major health systems and community behavioral health agencies, while Madison's hiring is driven by UW Health and state government programs, and Green Bay's openings reflect growth in regional hospital networks and human services organizations serving northeast Wisconsin.
Are there remote clinical social worker jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they are more limited than in purely desk-based fields because clinical social work often involves in-person assessment, care coordination, and community-based services. About 50% of clinical social worker openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting real but selective availability. Telehealth therapy and care management roles are the positions most likely to offer fully remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a clinical social worker in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate or pre-licensed social worker roles while completing your required supervised hours toward the LCSW. Large Wisconsin employers like Ascension Wisconsin and UW Health hire MSW graduates into supervised clinical positions designed to fulfill those requirements. Candidates coming from case manager, social services aide, or behavioral health technician roles have a natural transition point, and holding a current Wisconsin Licensed Social Worker registration before licensure gives applicants a clear competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to clinical social worker jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to clinical social worker jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers hiring in the state right now. 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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