Director of Social Work Jobs

Director of Social Work jobs are open across hospitals, community health organizations, and government agencies, at every level from senior clinician to executive leadership, with specializations in clinical supervision, program development, and behavioral health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles627+
Top stateNew York
Top employerEnhabit Home Health & Hospice
Top cityNew York, NY
Work type50% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Site Coordinator K-5 (Social work, counseling)
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Site Coordinator K-5 (Social work, counseling)
Communities In Schools
Seguin, Texas
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$44k - $49k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
51-200

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Social Work Care Coordinator
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Social Work Care Coordinator
Children's Hospital of Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$63k - $80k/yr
Bachelor's degree in social work
10,000+

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Social Work Coordinator, Per Diem
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Social Work Coordinator, Per Diem
PIH Health
Whittier, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
High school diploma or GED
5,001-10,000

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Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) - Home Health - PRN
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Licensed Master Social Work (LMSW) - Home Health - PRN
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Fort Worth, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Adjunct Instructor, Assistant, Associate or Full Professor-Master of Social Work
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Adjunct Instructor, Assistant, Associate or Full Professor-Master of Social Work
Long Island University
Brooklyn, New York
Corporate Training
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
$1,100 - $1,450/yr
Master's degree in social work
1,001-5,000

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Director of Social Work Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Enhabit Home Health & Hospice36
  • Kaiser Permanente26
  • McLaren Health Care10
  • Metropolitan State University of Denver9
  • Thriveworks8

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education46
  • Healthcare & Medical Services18
  • Insurance2
  • Food & Beverage1
  • Government & Public Sector1

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in director of social work jobs.

  • Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required
  • Active LCSW, LICSW, or equivalent independent clinical license in the state of hire
  • Five or more years of post-licensure clinical and supervisory experience
  • Experience managing multidisciplinary clinical teams and direct service staff
  • Proficiency with electronic health records systems and clinical documentation standards
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations governing social work practice and program compliance

Tips for Your Director of Social Work Job Search

Tailor your resume to program scope

Directors of social work are hired to run programs, not just serve clients. Quantify the number of staff you supervised, caseload volumes managed, and budgets overseen so hiring managers can gauge the scale of your leadership experience immediately.

Highlight your licensure status prominently

Most director roles require an LCSW, LICSW, or equivalent independent clinical license. Put your license type, state, and expiration date near the top of your resume so screeners don't have to hunt for it during their first pass.

Apply early to roles that fit

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

Filter openings by population served

Director roles in pediatric settings, adult behavioral health, elder care, and child welfare each have distinct competency expectations. Target postings that match your direct practice background so your clinical narrative aligns with what the employer actually needs.

Prepare a practice model answer for interviews

Interviewers at this level commonly ask you to describe the clinical or program model you would implement. Have a concise, evidence-based answer ready that names a specific framework, explains why you chose it, and connects it to measurable outcomes you have delivered.

Negotiate start date alongside compensation

Many director candidates focus only on salary but overlook that starting two to four weeks later can protect accrued PTO at your current employer. Raising the start date as a separate ask after compensation is settled often meets less resistance.

Director of Social Work Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most director of social works?

Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, Kaiser Permanente, and McLaren Health Care are hiring the most director of social works right now, with openings concentrated in New York, Virginia, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems and large nonprofit service organizations account for the majority of active postings at this level.

How many director of social work jobs are remote?

About 50% of director of social work openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of most clinical leadership roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are utilization review, care coordination oversight, and policy or program development positions that do not require daily on-site clinical supervision.

How do you become a director of social work?

Start by earning a Master of Social Work from an accredited program, then obtain your independent clinical license by accumulating supervised post-graduate hours and passing the ASWB clinical exam. Build several years of direct practice experience, then move into supervisory or program coordinator roles to develop leadership credentials. Pursuing continuing education in management, healthcare administration, or public health strengthens your candidacy for director-level openings.

Can you get a director of social work job with limited leadership experience?

It is possible to transition into a director role if your clinical credentials are strong and you have held a team lead, supervisor, or program coordinator title even briefly. Employers hiring in under-resourced settings or rural areas are more open to candidates who demonstrate clear clinical expertise and show a concrete plan for developing the administrative competencies the role demands.

What does the director of social work interview process look like?

The process typically starts with a phone screen conducted by HR, followed by a panel interview with clinical leadership, program managers, and sometimes a medical director. Candidates are often asked to present a vision statement or practice framework as a final step. References from supervisors who can speak to both your clinical judgment and your ability to manage staff are almost always required before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to director of social work jobs?

You can find and apply to director of social work jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your licensure, population focus, and experience level, then apply directly to each one that fits.

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