E-3 Visa School Social Worker Jobs
School Social Worker roles in U.S. public and private schools qualify as E-3 specialty occupations, requiring a relevant bachelor's degree and a job offer with E-3 visa sponsorship. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it far more predictable than the H-1B for Australian social work professionals.
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Psychosocial Assessment: Performs psychosocial assessments taking into consideration family, social, and medical history. Maintains current knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses. Report suspicions of abuse and neglect to legally mandated authorities for investigations. Completes documentation with accuracy and clarity.
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Resource Support: Collaboration with the health care team in the development of a treatment plan and assisting in the identification of appropriate resources to support the interventions. Collaboration with patient/family/caregivers to identify appropriate resources to support the needed interventions. Maintain fluent knowledge of internal and external resources. Provide real time accurate information to patient/family/caregiver for resources for which they are eligible. Provide condition-specific and related medical, financial, educational, and social supportive resource information. Evaluates effectiveness of clinical interventions and make changes as needed.
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Psychosocial Interventions: Provide psychosocial services as identified in the patient's comprehensive plan of care. Provides supportive counseling with the goal of improving emotional coping and adherence to the treatment plan. Education of the patient/family/caregiver and members of the health care team about treatment options. Provide self-management support to high risk/complex patients/families to increase their skills and confidence to manage their chronic care conditions at home. Provide groups and programs for special populations as needed. Provide anticipatory guidance and planning to reduce or eliminate psychosocial barriers to discharge. Coordinate and facilitate family centered care team meetings. Provide crisis assessment and interventions to patients/families/caregivers with the goal of restoring equilibrium. Collaborate with referral sources and health care team members.
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Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working for system improvement, promoting patient/family/caregiver well-being. Identify and advocate for the needs of the patient/families/caregivers within the healthcare system and community. Act as a liaison between the patient/family/caregiver within the medical team and outside agencies. Act as the mediator as needed with in the medical team on behalf of the patient/family/caregiver. Empower the patient/family/caregiver to problem-solve by exploring options of care when available and alternative plans, when necessary, to achieve desired outcomes. Facilitate communication and coordination between members of the health care team while involving the patient/family/caregiver in the decision making process in order to minimize fragmentation of services.
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Collaboration: Partner with the patient, family, healthcare team in the safe transition of care to the next, most appropriate level. Educates health care professionals and or students on the psychosocial aspects of patient care and the role and function of social work. Promotes a positive work environment. Participates in professional growth opportunities. Attend divisional, team, institution meetings/conferences, and in-service programs to develop skills.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
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Master's degree in Clinical Counseling or Social Work
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2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
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LPCC or LISW License in the state of Ohio
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May require clinical license, certification or training
Primary Location
Liberty LA
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Psychiatry
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
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Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
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Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
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Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
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One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
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Consistently certified as great place to work
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A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
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Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Market Leading Benefits
Benefits may vary based on FTE status and position type.
Healthcare
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
Retirement
Competitive employer contribution plan and optional 403(b)
Continuing Education
Tuition reimbursement and select fully funded education programs
Shift Differential
Qualified positions earn shift and weekend differential pay
Wellness
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
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Psychosocial Assessment: Performs psychosocial assessments taking into consideration family, social, and medical history. Maintains current knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses. Report suspicions of abuse and neglect to legally mandated authorities for investigations. Completes documentation with accuracy and clarity.
-
Resource Support: Collaboration with the health care team in the development of a treatment plan and assisting in the identification of appropriate resources to support the interventions. Collaboration with patient/family/caregivers to identify appropriate resources to support the needed interventions. Maintain fluent knowledge of internal and external resources. Provide real time accurate information to patient/family/caregiver for resources for which they are eligible. Provide condition-specific and related medical, financial, educational, and social supportive resource information. Evaluates effectiveness of clinical interventions and make changes as needed.
-
Psychosocial Interventions: Provide psychosocial services as identified in the patient's comprehensive plan of care. Provides supportive counseling with the goal of improving emotional coping and adherence to the treatment plan. Education of the patient/family/caregiver and members of the health care team about treatment options. Provide self-management support to high risk/complex patients/families to increase their skills and confidence to manage their chronic care conditions at home. Provide groups and programs for special populations as needed. Provide anticipatory guidance and planning to reduce or eliminate psychosocial barriers to discharge. Coordinate and facilitate family centered care team meetings. Provide crisis assessment and interventions to patients/families/caregivers with the goal of restoring equilibrium. Collaborate with referral sources and health care team members.
-
Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Working for system improvement, promoting patient/family/caregiver well-being. Identify and advocate for the needs of the patient/families/caregivers within the healthcare system and community. Act as a liaison between the patient/family/caregiver within the medical team and outside agencies. Act as the mediator as needed with in the medical team on behalf of the patient/family/caregiver. Empower the patient/family/caregiver to problem-solve by exploring options of care when available and alternative plans, when necessary, to achieve desired outcomes. Facilitate communication and coordination between members of the health care team while involving the patient/family/caregiver in the decision making process in order to minimize fragmentation of services.
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Collaboration: Partner with the patient, family, healthcare team in the safe transition of care to the next, most appropriate level. Educates health care professionals and or students on the psychosocial aspects of patient care and the role and function of social work. Promotes a positive work environment. Participates in professional growth opportunities. Attend divisional, team, institution meetings/conferences, and in-service programs to develop skills.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
-
Master's degree in Clinical Counseling or Social Work
-
2+ years of work experience in a related job discipline
-
LPCC or LISW License in the state of Ohio
-
May require clinical license, certification or training
Primary Location
Liberty LA
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Psychiatry
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
About us
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
-
Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
-
Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
-
Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
-
One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
-
Consistently certified as great place to work
-
A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
-
Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
Market Leading Benefits
Benefits may vary based on FTE status and position type.
Healthcare
Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
Retirement
Competitive employer contribution plan and optional 403(b)
Continuing Education
Tuition reimbursement and select fully funded education programs
Shift Differential
Qualified positions earn shift and weekend differential pay
Wellness
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship as a School Social Worker
Verify your Australian degree meets requirements
U.S. school districts require a bachelor's degree in social work or a closely related field. A three-year Australian BSW is generally accepted as equivalent, but get a credential evaluation from a NACES-approved evaluator before you apply.
Obtain state licensure before job searching
Most U.S. states require a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed School Social Worker credential. Research the specific license your target state requires and start the application early, as reciprocity with Australian qualifications varies significantly by state.
Target school districts with prior E-3 or H-1B filing history
Districts that have previously sponsored international teachers or school counselors understand the LCA filing process. Search DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data to identify districts with active foreign worker sponsorship records in your target region.
Address the LCA prevailing wage requirement upfront
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the DOL certifying your offered wage meets the prevailing rate for school social workers in that area. Raise this with HR during offer negotiations so the LCA filing doesn't delay your start date.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for the paperwork
Once you have a signed offer, use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork end-to-end. This keeps your employer's administrative burden low, which matters when HR departments at smaller school districts have no in-house immigration experience.
Time your consulate appointment around the school calendar
School districts need you present before the academic year starts, typically late July or August. Book your Sydney, Melbourne, or Perth consulate appointment well ahead of that window, since appointment availability can run four to eight weeks out during peak periods.
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Find School Social Worker JobsSchool Social Worker E-3 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find School Social Worker jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Use Migrate Mate to search School Social Worker roles where employers are open to E-3 sponsorship. Many school districts don't advertise sponsorship explicitly but will sponsor qualified Australian candidates once they understand the E-3 requires no lottery and places minimal burden on the employer compared to other work visa categories.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does a School Social Worker role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes. School Social Worker positions qualify as E-3 specialty occupations because they normally require a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a closely related field. Districts that accept candidates without a relevant degree or accept any bachelor's degree regardless of field may not meet the specialty occupation standard, so confirm the job description specifically requires a relevant degree before proceeding.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Australian School Social Workers?
The E-3 is available exclusively to Australian nationals and has no annual cap or lottery, so you can apply any time of year and your employer gets certainty from the start. The H-1B has an annual cap of 65,000 slots with a competitive lottery, meaning most applicants wait years or are never selected. For school social workers, the E-3 is the practical path.
Can I change school district employers while on an E-3?
Yes, but each new employer must file a fresh LCA with the DOL and you'll need a new E-3 visa stamp if you travel internationally before the new employer's petition is in place. You can start working for the new district once their LCA is certified and your new visa documentation is in order, so coordinate timing carefully to avoid any gap in authorization.
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