Social Work Jobs at DaVita with Visa Sponsorship
Social Work jobs at DaVita span kidney care clinics and dialysis centers nationwide, where roles focus on patient advocacy, care coordination, and psychosocial support. DaVita has an established track record of sponsoring international candidates in social work functions across multiple visa categories.
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06/08/2026
Location: 2610 Clark Avenue, Saint Louis, Missouri, 63103, United States of America
As a Social Worker at DaVita, you’ll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority.
DaVita has an open position for a Social Worker who will be a vital member of each patient’s core care team. Life on dialysis can be a difficult transition for many patients—and you'll be there to support and advocate for them. In this vital role, you will help patients understand their rights and responsibilities, and guide them in managing the physical, mental, emotional, and financial demands of End Stage Renal Disease.
If you love patient-centered health care and knowing patients on a personal level—now is your time to explore your next journey—at DaVita.
What you can expect:
- Build meaningful and long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting.
- Be a part of a Team that appreciates, supports, and relies on each other in a positive environment.
- Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
What we'll provide:
DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.
Comprehensive benefits:
- DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most.
- We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training, and more.
- DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, and so much more!
Requirements
- Meets all state required regulations to practice in the dialysis setting.
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) required with a specialization in clinical practice.
- Demonstrated knowledge of government and private insurance programs.
- Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook as well as functional proficiency with DaVita specific applications within 60 days.
Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now.
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At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Beware of Recruitment Fraud
DaVita will never ask for payment or personal financial information at any point in the hiring process, nor will we ever communicate with you using email addresses outside of the DaVita secure network. If you receive a request like this, it is not legitimate. Do not share your information.
Posting Date
06/08/2026
Location: 2610 Clark Avenue, Saint Louis, Missouri, 63103, United States of America
As a Social Worker at DaVita, you’ll be a part of a Team that values work-life balance and where your personal and professional growth is a top priority.
DaVita has an open position for a Social Worker who will be a vital member of each patient’s core care team. Life on dialysis can be a difficult transition for many patients—and you'll be there to support and advocate for them. In this vital role, you will help patients understand their rights and responsibilities, and guide them in managing the physical, mental, emotional, and financial demands of End Stage Renal Disease.
If you love patient-centered health care and knowing patients on a personal level—now is your time to explore your next journey—at DaVita.
What you can expect:
- Build meaningful and long-term relationships with patients and their families in an intimate outpatient setting.
- Be a part of a Team that appreciates, supports, and relies on each other in a positive environment.
- Performance-based rewards based on stellar individual and team contributions.
What we'll provide:
DaVita is a clinical leader! We have the highest percentage of facilities meeting or exceeding CMS's standards in the government's two key performance programs. We expect our nurses to commit to improving patient health through clinical goal-setting and quality improvement initiatives.
Comprehensive benefits:
- DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package to connect teammates to what matters most.
- We offer medical, dental, vision, 401k match, paid time off, PTO cash out, paid training, and more.
- DaVita provides the opportunities for support for you and your family with family resources, EAP counseling sessions, access to Headspace®, backup child, elder care, maternity/paternity leave, pet insurance, and so much more!
Requirements
- Meets all state required regulations to practice in the dialysis setting.
- Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) required with a specialization in clinical practice.
- Demonstrated knowledge of government and private insurance programs.
- Basic computer skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook as well as functional proficiency with DaVita specific applications within 60 days.
Now is your time to join Team DaVita. Take the first step and apply now.
LI-AB4
At DaVita, we strive to be a community first and a company second. We want all teammates to experience DaVita as "a place where I belong." Our goal is to embed belonging into everything we do in our Village, so that it becomes part of who we are. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and comply with state and federal affirmative action requirements. Individuals are recruited, hired, assigned and promoted without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.
This position will be open for a minimum of three days.
For location-specific minimum wage details, see the following link: DaVita.jobs/WageRates
Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies and experience. DaVita offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Learn more at https://careers.davita.com/benefits
Colorado Residents: Please do not respond to any questions in this initial application that may seek age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You may also redact this information from any materials you submit during the application process. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information.
Beware of Recruitment Fraud
DaVita will never ask for payment or personal financial information at any point in the hiring process, nor will we ever communicate with you using email addresses outside of the DaVita secure network. If you receive a request like this, it is not legitimate. Do not share your information.
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Verify your MSW meets state licensure requirements
DaVita Social Work roles typically require a Master of Social Work degree and state licensure. Confirm your credentials are eligible for licensure in your target state before applying, since licensure timelines vary and can affect your start date.
Target DaVita's kidney care clinic openings
DaVita operates hundreds of outpatient dialysis centers, so Social Work openings are geographically distributed. Filtering by metro areas with high clinic density increases your chances of finding a role where the hiring manager has prior experience with sponsored candidates.
Clarify TN eligibility if you hold Canadian or Mexican citizenship
Social Work qualifies as a TN profession under USMCA for Canadian and Mexican nationals. If you hold either citizenship, ask the recruiter early whether TN is an option, since it avoids the H-1B lottery entirely and can move faster.
Ask about OPT and CPT during initial recruiter screening
DaVita has sponsored F-1 candidates in social work roles, so if you are on OPT, confirm your STEM extension eligibility and cap-out date upfront. A 12-month standard OPT window is tight relative to DaVita's onboarding cycle, so timing matters.
Understand the PERM timeline before accepting an H-1B offer
If your goal is a Green Card through EB-2 or EB-3, DaVita has filed PERM labor certifications for social work roles. DOL processing for PERM currently runs six months or longer, so factor that into your long-term status planning before signing an offer.
Browse open DaVita Social Work roles on Migrate Mate
Finding roles where sponsorship is confirmed saves time. Search DaVita's Social Work openings on Migrate Mate to filter specifically for visa-sponsored positions and identify which clinic locations are actively hiring international candidates right now.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does DaVita sponsor H-1B visas for Social Workers?
Yes, DaVita sponsors H-1B visas for Social Work roles. Social Work qualifies as a specialty occupation given the MSW degree requirement, which satisfies USCIS's educational threshold for H-1B eligibility. Because H-1B is subject to the annual lottery, timing your application to align with DaVita's hiring cycle around the April cap season is important.
Which visa types does DaVita commonly sponsor for Social Work roles?
DaVita sponsors H-1B, TN visa, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and has supported Green Card pathways through EB-2 and EB-3 PERM for Social Work positions. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals. For F-1 candidates, OPT authorization must be in place before your start date, and you should confirm whether your degree program qualifies for the 24-month STEM OPT extension.
What qualifications does DaVita expect for Social Work positions?
Most DaVita Social Work roles require a Master of Social Work degree and an active state license, typically Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Master Social Worker. Experience in healthcare settings, particularly chronic illness or renal care, is a strong differentiator. Some roles list dialysis or nephrology exposure as preferred, so tailoring your resume to patient advocacy in long-term care contexts helps.
How do I apply for Social Work jobs at DaVita?
You can search and apply for DaVita Social Work jobs directly through their careers portal or find visa-sponsored openings on Migrate Mate, which filters specifically for roles where sponsorship is confirmed. In your application, highlight your MSW credentials, state licensure status, and any patient care coordination experience. Recruiters at DaVita typically screen for licensure eligibility early in the process, so having that documentation ready speeds things up.
How long does DaVita's H-1B sponsorship process take for Social Workers?
From offer acceptance to H-1B approval, plan for a minimum of three to six months under standard USCIS processing, or one to three months with premium processing. DaVita's HR and legal team coordinates the I-129 petition, but you must have your Labor Condition Application certified by DOL before filing. If you are currently on OPT, confirm your cap-out date leaves enough runway to complete the process.