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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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At WelbeHealth, each participant of our program is guided by our interdisciplinary team (IDT) - composed of clinical and non-clinical members who work cohesively to provide quality patient-centered care. Our values and participant focus lead the way no matter what. The WelbeHealth Social Work Assistant acts as an integral part of the IDT that provides direct care to our participants. WelbeHealth will provide you with the team and guidance you need to help our participants achieve their full potential.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Social Work Assistant provides assistance and manages a caseload of participants working in close coordination with the IDT and Social Worker. The Social Work Assistant functions as a liaison between the participants, their family members, and the IDT by offering advice, implementing treatment plans, coordinating community services, and completing necessary paperwork.
Essential Job Duties:
- Establish rapport with participants and families to provide psychosocial support
- Deliver and document social work interventions as agreed upon within scope of practice including arranging necessary resources and services and assisting with care setting transitions
- In coordination with other Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) members, coordinate services as needed pertaining to coordination of care such as housing, DMV needs, utility bills, and other community aid needs
- Complete IDT care plan reviews with participants and family members within regulatory time frames
- Conduct home visits, hospital visits, skilled nursing visits, as necessary
- Assist with completing grievances, appeals incident reports, APS reports, and other quality and compliance requirements as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Associate degree in social work, human services, social science, or relevant field preferred
- Reliable means of transportation
- Previous experience assisting people with behavioral health and substance abuse issues, preferred
- Previous experience facilitating solutions with difficult psychosocial and family circumstances preferred
- Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter; CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT WELBEHEALTH
Apply your clinical expertise in new ways as we rapidly expand. You will have the opportunity to design the way we work in the context of an encouraging and loving environment where every person feels uniquely cared for.
- Medical Insurance Coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental)
- Work/life balance – we mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
- 401K savings + match
- And additional benefits
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
Beware of Scams
Please ensure your application is being submitted through a WelbeHealth sponsored site only. Our emails will come from @welbehealth.com email addresses. You will never be asked to purchase your own employment equipment. You can report suspected scam activity to fraud.report@welbehealth.com
INTRODUCTION
At WelbeHealth, each participant of our program is guided by our interdisciplinary team (IDT) - composed of clinical and non-clinical members who work cohesively to provide quality patient-centered care. Our values and participant focus lead the way no matter what. The WelbeHealth Social Work Assistant acts as an integral part of the IDT that provides direct care to our participants. WelbeHealth will provide you with the team and guidance you need to help our participants achieve their full potential.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The Social Work Assistant provides assistance and manages a caseload of participants working in close coordination with the IDT and Social Worker. The Social Work Assistant functions as a liaison between the participants, their family members, and the IDT by offering advice, implementing treatment plans, coordinating community services, and completing necessary paperwork.
Essential Job Duties:
- Establish rapport with participants and families to provide psychosocial support
- Deliver and document social work interventions as agreed upon within scope of practice including arranging necessary resources and services and assisting with care setting transitions
- In coordination with other Interdisciplinary Team (IDT) members, coordinate services as needed pertaining to coordination of care such as housing, DMV needs, utility bills, and other community aid needs
- Complete IDT care plan reviews with participants and family members within regulatory time frames
- Conduct home visits, hospital visits, skilled nursing visits, as necessary
- Assist with completing grievances, appeals incident reports, APS reports, and other quality and compliance requirements as needed
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- High school diploma or equivalency
- Associate degree in social work, human services, social science, or relevant field preferred
- Reliable means of transportation
- Previous experience assisting people with behavioral health and substance abuse issues, preferred
- Previous experience facilitating solutions with difficult psychosocial and family circumstances preferred
- Must obtain CPR and First Aid certification within 180 days of hire and maintain certification thereafter; CPR and First Aid certification upon hire preferred
BENEFITS OF WORKING AT WELBEHEALTH
Apply your clinical expertise in new ways as we rapidly expand. You will have the opportunity to design the way we work in the context of an encouraging and loving environment where every person feels uniquely cared for.
- Medical Insurance Coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental)
- Work/life balance – we mean it! 17 days of personal time off (PTO), 12 holidays observed annually, and 6 sick days
- 401K savings + match
- And additional benefits
COVID-19 Vaccination Policy
At WelbeHealth, our mission is to unlock the full potential of our vulnerable seniors. In this spirit, please note that we have a vaccination policy for all our employees and proof of vaccination, or a vaccine declination form will be required prior to employment. WelbeHealth maintains required infection control and PPE standards and has requirements relevant to all team members regarding vaccinations.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
At WelbeHealth, we embrace and cherish the diversity of our team members, and we're committed to building a culture of inclusion and belonging. We're proud to be an equal opportunity employer. People seeking employment at WelbeHealth are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or veteran status, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information or characteristics (or those of a family member), pregnancy or other status protected by applicable law.
Beware of Scams
Please ensure your application is being submitted through a WelbeHealth sponsored site only. Our emails will come from @welbehealth.com email addresses. You will never be asked to purchase your own employment equipment. You can report suspected scam activity to fraud.report@welbehealth.com
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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.