E-3 Visa Social Worker Jobs
Social Worker roles in the U.S. qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in social work or a related field. The E-3 has no lottery and renews in two-year increments, making it a stable path for Australian social workers seeking long-term U.S. employment.
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Get Access To All JobsAs a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
500382 Social Work-Peds/OB/Outreach
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCC 211
Compensation Range:
$63,086.00 - $85,176.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
The Social Worker is responsible for providing clinical services to families of children admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Units and to other areas of the Hospital when the NICU is over census. The Social Worker is also responsible for psychosocial intervention and discharge planning for select inpatient mothers of NICU patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides social work services including psychosocial risk assessments to antenatal and postpartum mothers and their significant others whose babies are in the NICU. This includes addressing psychosocial issues around having a sick or congenitally malformed infant, adjustment to parenting, maternal substance use, maternal depression and other behavioral health disorders, domestic violence, parental discord, financial concerns and linkage to other services and resources. It also includes short-term bereavement counseling to families who have experienced a neonatal death.
- Attends interdisciplinary rounds and collaborates with members of the NICU health care team around matters related to patient care and discharge planning.
- Identifies risk management issues, including cases of child abuse and neglect and communicates them to the assigned Social Work supervisor and to the Social Work Director.
- Documents social work activity in the NICU patient’s medical record and in the mother’s hospital record.
- Collaborates with other social workers to ensure continuity of social work care between clinical settings.
- Provides concrete services to families needing assistance with housing, transportation and meals during the hospitalization.
- Provides counseling for patients and families around special Medicaid programs for supplemental medical insurance and medical care at home.
- Serves as liaison to health and social service agencies involved in the care and support of patient families.
- Participates in activities of the Social Work Division including, but not limited to staff meetings, time reporting and other Hospital or Division forms; Hospital and Division mandatory in-service training programs, and UHS reviews. Participates in ongoing professional development.
- May participate in teaching of medical, nursing and social work staff.
- May serve as a field instructor of social work students.
- May provide consultation and teaching to Hospital staff on psychosocial issues in the health care of high-risk infants and families.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Master's degree from an accredited school of social work required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in a medical setting and/or maternal/child program is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge in psychosocial assessment, safe discharge planning, comfort with complex medical conditions
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure within 1-1/2 years required or
- If duties will be performed under OMH a minimum of a limited permit (not to exceed 1 year) or NYS Licensure upon hire required
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
As a community, the University of Rochester is defined by a deep commitment to Meliora - Ever Better. Embedded in that ideal are the values we share: equity, leadership, integrity, openness, respect, and accountability. Together, we will set the highest standards for how we treat each other to ensure our community is welcoming to all and is a place where all can thrive.
Job Location (Full Address):
601 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, New York, United States of America, 14642
Opening:
Worker Subtype:
Regular
Time Type:
Full time
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Department:
500382 Social Work-Peds/OB/Outreach
Work Shift:
UR - Day (United States of America)
Range:
UR URCC 211
Compensation Range:
$63,086.00 - $85,176.00
The referenced pay range represents the minimum and maximum compensation for this job. Individual annual salaries/hourly rates will be set within the job's compensation range, and will be determined by considering factors including, but not limited to, market data, education, experience, qualifications, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.
Responsibilities:
The Social Worker is responsible for providing clinical services to families of children admitted to the Neonatal Intensive Care Units and to other areas of the Hospital when the NICU is over census. The Social Worker is also responsible for psychosocial intervention and discharge planning for select inpatient mothers of NICU patients.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Provides social work services including psychosocial risk assessments to antenatal and postpartum mothers and their significant others whose babies are in the NICU. This includes addressing psychosocial issues around having a sick or congenitally malformed infant, adjustment to parenting, maternal substance use, maternal depression and other behavioral health disorders, domestic violence, parental discord, financial concerns and linkage to other services and resources. It also includes short-term bereavement counseling to families who have experienced a neonatal death.
- Attends interdisciplinary rounds and collaborates with members of the NICU health care team around matters related to patient care and discharge planning.
- Identifies risk management issues, including cases of child abuse and neglect and communicates them to the assigned Social Work supervisor and to the Social Work Director.
- Documents social work activity in the NICU patient’s medical record and in the mother’s hospital record.
- Collaborates with other social workers to ensure continuity of social work care between clinical settings.
- Provides concrete services to families needing assistance with housing, transportation and meals during the hospitalization.
- Provides counseling for patients and families around special Medicaid programs for supplemental medical insurance and medical care at home.
- Serves as liaison to health and social service agencies involved in the care and support of patient families.
- Participates in activities of the Social Work Division including, but not limited to staff meetings, time reporting and other Hospital or Division forms; Hospital and Division mandatory in-service training programs, and UHS reviews. Participates in ongoing professional development.
- May participate in teaching of medical, nursing and social work staff.
- May serve as a field instructor of social work students.
- May provide consultation and teaching to Hospital staff on psychosocial issues in the health care of high-risk infants and families.
- Other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
- Master's degree from an accredited school of social work required
- Or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Experience in a medical setting and/or maternal/child program is preferred.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- Knowledge in psychosocial assessment, safe discharge planning, comfort with complex medical conditions
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- LMSW - Licensed Medical Social Worker - State Licensure within 1-1/2 years required or
- If duties will be performed under OMH a minimum of a limited permit (not to exceed 1 year) or NYS Licensure upon hire required
The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University’s Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create – and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Characteristics). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates, for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding E-3 Visa Sponsorship in Social Worker
Verify your ASWB credential equivalency early
Australian social work degrees are generally accepted, but U.S. employers often require state licensure. Check whether your Bachelor of Social Work maps to ASWB exam eligibility before applying, so credential gaps don't stall your offer.
Target employers already filing LCAs for social workers
Hospital systems, child welfare agencies, and community mental health centers regularly file Labor Condition Applications for social work roles. Focusing on organizations with existing DOL filing history means shorter sponsorship conversations and faster LCA turnaround.
Clarify licensure requirements before accepting an offer
Each U.S. state sets its own Licensed Clinical Social Worker requirements. Some employers will hire you unlicensed and supervise toward licensure; others require it at start. Confirm this during the offer stage, not after your E-3 visa is filed.
Frame your specialization to match U.S. shortage areas
Child protective services, substance use counseling, and geriatric care face documented staffing shortages across many states. Positioning your experience in these areas directly strengthens the specialty occupation case your employer makes on your LCA.
Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service for your LCA and paperwork
Social work E-3 applications require a certified LCA before your consulate appointment. Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service handles the DOL submission, visa documentation, and consulate preparation end-to-end so your employer doesn't need separate immigration counsel.
Prepare your nonimmigrant intent response before the interview
Consular officers routinely probe intent for social workers married to U.S. citizens or with long U.S. work histories. Having a clear, consistent answer about your Australian ties and E-3's nonimmigrant purpose prevents unnecessary administrative processing delays.
E-3 Visa Social Worker: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Social Worker jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for E-3 visa sponsorship roles. Rather than filtering through general job boards where sponsorship willingness is unclear, Migrate Mate surfaces employers with active E-3 and LCA filing history for social work positions, saving you from approaching organizations that won't sponsor.
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 Social Worker role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3 visa?
Yes, provided the position normally requires at least a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a closely related field. Roles that accept any degree or substitute experience without a degree requirement risk failing the specialty occupation test. Clinical and licensed social work positions at hospitals, nonprofits, and government agencies typically satisfy the standard without issue.
How does the E-3 compare to the H-1B for Australian social workers?
The E-3 is almost always the better option for Australians. Unlike the H-1B visa, the E-3 has no annual lottery, so your employer can file at any point in the year and you can start as soon as your visa is issued. The E-3 also has a 10,500 annual cap that has never been fully used, meaning availability is not a practical concern.
Can I transfer my E-3 sponsorship if I change social work employers?
Yes, but your 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 transfer is complete. If you remain in the U.S., you can begin working for the new employer once the LCA is certified and the employer has filed the supporting documents, without waiting for a new visa stamp.