CPT Clinical Social Work Jobs
Clinical social work CPT positions let F-1 students complete supervised client-facing hours that most state licensure boards require before you can sit for the LCSW exam. Your DSO must authorize each CPT placement individually, and the work must be tied directly to your degree program's field practicum requirements.
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Supervisor Social Work Intern Program (Hybrid)
The Supervisor Social Work Intern Program position is responsible for acting as a field liaison and educator to social work interns. The supervisor is responsible for providing clinical supervision, guidance, and support to social work interns. This role ensures that interns gain practical experience, develop professional skills, and adhere to ethical and agency standards while contributing effectively to patient care and community programs. This position acts as a bridge for the social work interns, clinical placements, university, and community-based workforce under the Office of Health Equity and Community Health.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Education: Graduate Degree, required. Masters of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of Social Work.
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Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of social work experience in a health care setting, required.
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Minimum 1 year of leadership experience-inclusive of supervision of BSW/MSW students, preferred.
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Licensure/Certification: NLCSW, NC Social Work License, preferred.
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Additional Skills (required):
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
INTRODUCTION
Supervisor Social Work Intern Program (Hybrid)
The Supervisor Social Work Intern Program position is responsible for acting as a field liaison and educator to social work interns. The supervisor is responsible for providing clinical supervision, guidance, and support to social work interns. This role ensures that interns gain practical experience, develop professional skills, and adhere to ethical and agency standards while contributing effectively to patient care and community programs. This position acts as a bridge for the social work interns, clinical placements, university, and community-based workforce under the Office of Health Equity and Community Health.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
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Education: Graduate Degree, required. Masters of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited school of Social Work.
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Experience:
- Minimum of 3 years of social work experience in a health care setting, required.
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Minimum 1 year of leadership experience-inclusive of supervision of BSW/MSW students, preferred.
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Licensure/Certification: NLCSW, NC Social Work License, preferred.
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Additional Skills (required):
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion principles.
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Get Access To All JobsClinical Social Work CPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Does clinical social work CPT count toward LCSW supervised hours?
It depends on your state licensing board's rules. Most boards accept hours earned under a licensed clinical supervisor, regardless of your immigration status or work authorization type. Your CPT placement must document the supervising LCSW's license number and your weekly direct-contact hours. Confirm the board's specific requirements in writing before starting the placement so there are no gaps in your hour log.
Can I do full-time CPT as a clinical social work student?
Yes, but full-time CPT, defined as 20 or more hours per week, affects your OPT eligibility. Each academic year in which you use full-time CPT reduces your post-graduation OPT by one year. If you use full-time CPT for 12 or more months total, you lose all OPT eligibility. Part-time CPT, under 20 hours per week, has no effect on OPT, so most MSW students structure their field placements accordingly.
What documents do I need before starting a CPT clinical placement?
You need a new or updated I-20 with the CPT endorsement showing the specific employer name, work location, and authorized dates. Your DSO issues this only after your program formally approves the placement as a curriculum requirement. Bring the endorsed I-20 and your current visa documentation to your first day. Starting before the I-20 is issued, even by one day, constitutes unauthorized employment.
How do I find clinical social work employers who understand CPT?
Migrate Mate lists clinical social work roles at employers with documented sponsorship and work-authorization experience. Beyond the job board, target hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, and university counseling programs, as these organizations routinely supervise practicum students and have established onboarding processes for international students on CPT authorization.
Can my CPT clinical placement lead to H-1B sponsorship after graduation?
A CPT placement can lead to full-time employment and eventual H-1B visa sponsorship, but the two processes are separate. Clinical social work roles typically qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS standards because they require at minimum a master's degree in social work. Your employer would need to file a Labor Condition Application with DOL and then petition USCIS during the annual H-1B visa registration period.