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Social Work Assistant roles can qualify for H-1B visa sponsorship when the position requires a bachelor's degree in social work, psychology, or a closely related field. Employers in healthcare systems, nonprofits, and county agencies have filed LCAs for this occupation. Sponsorship is less common than in tech, so targeting the right employers early matters.
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New York, New York
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Description:
Setting Standards, Changing Lives
The Social Work Supervisor provides clinical guidance and direct supervision to outpatient social workers within the Ambulatory Care Network (ACN) comprised of primary care and specialty clinics throughout upper Manhattan area servicing patients of all ages. The Ambulatory Care Network provides compassionate and culturally competent care to all patients through innovative programming and services.
Social Work Supervisor ACN – Days – Outpatient Experience Required
Our social workers are part of a larger multi-disciplinary care team and provide integral supportive services to patients. Under the guidance of the social work manager, the supervisor works closely with the social work team and practice site leadership with the goal of meeting the psychosocial needs of the communities we serve. The social work supervisor provides day-to-day oversight to social work staff, co-manages complex cases with staff and serves as a resource to staff. The social work supervisor plays a pivotal role in ensuring we provide the best care to our patients.
This position is 5 days a week. M-F 9:00am-5:00pm. This position will require travel across ACN West sites.
Preferred Criteria
- Leadership experience in outpatient setting
- Bilingual Spanish
Required Criteria
- Master’s degree
- LCSW
- Minimum 3 years of experience in outpatient healthcare setting
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Strong clinical skills
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
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NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range:
$95,500-$132,000/Annual
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
Location
New York, New York
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Description:
Setting Standards, Changing Lives
The Social Work Supervisor provides clinical guidance and direct supervision to outpatient social workers within the Ambulatory Care Network (ACN) comprised of primary care and specialty clinics throughout upper Manhattan area servicing patients of all ages. The Ambulatory Care Network provides compassionate and culturally competent care to all patients through innovative programming and services.
Social Work Supervisor ACN – Days – Outpatient Experience Required
Our social workers are part of a larger multi-disciplinary care team and provide integral supportive services to patients. Under the guidance of the social work manager, the supervisor works closely with the social work team and practice site leadership with the goal of meeting the psychosocial needs of the communities we serve. The social work supervisor provides day-to-day oversight to social work staff, co-manages complex cases with staff and serves as a resource to staff. The social work supervisor plays a pivotal role in ensuring we provide the best care to our patients.
This position is 5 days a week. M-F 9:00am-5:00pm. This position will require travel across ACN West sites.
Preferred Criteria
- Leadership experience in outpatient setting
- Bilingual Spanish
Required Criteria
- Master’s degree
- LCSW
- Minimum 3 years of experience in outpatient healthcare setting
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment
- Strong organizational and communication skills
- Strong clinical skills
Join a healthcare system where employee engagement is at an all-time high. Here we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and inclusion. Enjoy comprehensive and competitive benefits that support you and your family in every aspect of life. Start your life-changing journey today.
Please note that all roles require on-site presence (variable by role). Therefore, all employees should live within a commutable distance to NYP.
NYP will not reimburse for travel expenses.
- 2026 Best Companies in Healthcare, Biotech & Pharma – Glassdoor
- 2026 Best Place to Work – Glassdoor
- 2026 America’s Best Large Employers – Forbes
- 2026 America’s Best-In-State Employers – Forbes
- 2026 America’s Dream Employers – Forbes
- 2026 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Culture, Belonging & Community – Newsweek
- 2026 Best Places to Work in IT - Computerworld
- 2025 Great Place to Work Certified
- 2025 Best Employers for Women – Forbes
- 2025 Companies that Care – People
- 2025 America’s Greatest Workplaces for Mental Well-Being - Newsweek
NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital is an equal opportunity employer.
Salary Range:
$95,500-$132,000/Annual
It all begins with you. Our amazing compensation packages start with competitive base pay and include recognition for your experience, education, and licensure. Then we add our amazing benefits, countless opportunities for personal and professional growth and a dynamic environment that embraces every person. Join our team and discover where amazing works.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Social Work Assistant
Verify your degree meets specialty occupation
USCIS requires H-1B roles to need at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field. For Social Work Assistant positions, your degree must be in social work, psychology, counseling, or human services. A general liberal arts degree may trigger an RFE.
Search LCA filings for this exact job title
Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter Labor Condition Application filings by SOC code 21-1029 or job title. This reveals which healthcare networks and government contractors have actually sponsored this role, not just which ones claim to be open to sponsorship.
Target healthcare systems over small nonprofits
Large hospital networks and federally qualified health centers file H-1B petitions regularly and have established HR processes for sponsorship. Smaller community nonprofits often lack the infrastructure to file, even when they're willing in principle.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified sponsoring employers
Migrate Mate surfaces employers with confirmed H-1B LCA filing history for social services roles, so you're not applying to organizations that have never sponsored. Filter by occupation code to see active filings specific to Social Work Assistant positions.
Negotiate LCA filing into your offer timeline
Your employer must file and receive a certified LCA from DOL before submitting your H-1B petition to USCIS. DOL typically certifies within seven business days, but confirm your start date accounts for this step plus USCIS processing time.
Check state licensure requirements before you file
Several states require Social Work Assistants to hold a state license or registration. USCIS may scrutinize petitions for roles with inconsistent licensure requirements across states, so confirm whether your work location requires credentials beyond your degree.
H-1B Visa Social Work Assistant: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Social Work Assistant role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
It depends on how the employer defines the position. USCIS requires the job to normally require at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. If the posting specifies a degree in social work, psychology, counseling, or human services as a minimum requirement, it can qualify. Employers who list a degree as preferred rather than required create a weaker petition and face higher RFE risk.
Which types of employers sponsor H-1B visas for Social Work Assistant jobs?
Healthcare systems, hospital networks, federally qualified health centers, and county human services agencies are the most consistent sponsors for this role. Academic medical centers also file for this occupation. You can browse employers with confirmed LCA filing history for social services roles on Migrate Mate, which filters by verified DOL filings rather than self-reported sponsorship policies.
How does the H-1B cap affect Social Work Assistant job seekers?
Most Social Work Assistant employers are cap-subject, meaning your petition enters the annual H-1B lottery capped at 85,000 slots. However, if you work for a nonprofit affiliated with a university or a government research organization, that employer may be cap-exempt, allowing your petition to be filed at any time without entering the lottery. Confirm your employer's cap status before accepting an offer.
Can my employer file an H-1B petition if I'm currently on OPT?
Yes. If your OPT is still active when your employer files during the April registration window, and you're selected in the lottery, cap-gap protections extend your work authorization through September 30 while USCIS adjudicates. Your employer needs a certified LCA from DOL before filing the I-129 petition. Confirm your OPT end date against the expected petition timeline so there's no gap in authorization.
What prevailing wage level applies to Social Work Assistant H-1B filings?
DOL assigns prevailing wages by SOC code, job duties, and geographic location. Social Work Assistant roles typically fall under SOC code 21-1029. You can look up the applicable wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search tool. Your employer must certify in the LCA that they'll pay at least the prevailing wage for your location and experience level. Wages vary significantly between urban and rural areas, so check the rate specific to your work site.