Entry Level Hospital Social Worker Jobs
New grad hospital social worker jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or field placement hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like University of Utah, St. Peter's Health Partners, and Prisma Health hiring at this level now.
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Job Title: Social Worker Masters
Work Location: Trinity Health St. Mary’s Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI
Department: ICU
Shift: DAYS M-F8a - 4:30p
Position Summary:
Join our compassionate ICU team at Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, where your skills in clinical social work will make a critical impact during some of the most vulnerable moments in our patients’ lives. In this fast-paced environment, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide brief solution-focused counseling, and develop collaborative treatment goals. Your work will help patients navigate crisis situations, overcome barriers, and access needed community resources to ensure safe and effective care transitions.
What You'll Do:
- Provide social work services during the 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM shift in the ICU.
- Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments for patients and families in crisis.
- Develop individualized treatment and discharge plans that address emotional, social, and practical needs.
- Deliver brief counseling and crisis intervention.
- Coordinate with community agencies and internal resources to support safe care transitions.
- Serve as a patient advocate and liaison between care teams and families.
- Document assessments, plans, interventions, and outcomes in a timely and accurate manner.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support holistic patient care.
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Eligible for licensure as aLimited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW) orLicensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by the Michigan Board of Social Work.
- Experience: Minimum of one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting; experience in emergency or acute care preferred.
- Exceptional crisis intervention and psychosocial assessment skills.
- Strong emotional resilience and sound decision-making under pressure.
- Compassionate communication and active listening.
- Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic, high-acuity environment.
- Familiarity with local resources and referral processes for at-risk populations.
- Accurate, timely clinical documentation and case tracking.
As a mission-driven, people-centered health system, Trinity Health Grand Rapids is committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive care. In the ICU Department, you’ll be part of a dedicated team making a difference in the moments that matter most.
Ready to bring your compassion and expertise to the front lines of care? Apply now.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Part time
Shift:
Day Shift
Description:
Job Title: Social Worker Masters
Work Location: Trinity Health St. Mary’s Hospital, Grand Rapids, MI
Department: ICU
Shift: DAYS M-F8a - 4:30p
Position Summary:
Join our compassionate ICU team at Trinity Health Grand Rapids Hospital, where your skills in clinical social work will make a critical impact during some of the most vulnerable moments in our patients’ lives. In this fast-paced environment, you will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide brief solution-focused counseling, and develop collaborative treatment goals. Your work will help patients navigate crisis situations, overcome barriers, and access needed community resources to ensure safe and effective care transitions.
What You'll Do:
- Provide social work services during the 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM shift in the ICU.
- Conduct thorough psychosocial assessments for patients and families in crisis.
- Develop individualized treatment and discharge plans that address emotional, social, and practical needs.
- Deliver brief counseling and crisis intervention.
- Coordinate with community agencies and internal resources to support safe care transitions.
- Serve as a patient advocate and liaison between care teams and families.
- Document assessments, plans, interventions, and outcomes in a timely and accurate manner.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to support holistic patient care.
- Education: Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field from an accredited institution.
- Licensure: Eligible for licensure as aLimited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW) orLicensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) by the Michigan Board of Social Work.
- Experience: Minimum of one year of social work experience in a healthcare setting; experience in emergency or acute care preferred.
- Exceptional crisis intervention and psychosocial assessment skills.
- Strong emotional resilience and sound decision-making under pressure.
- Compassionate communication and active listening.
- Collaborative team player who thrives in a dynamic, high-acuity environment.
- Familiarity with local resources and referral processes for at-risk populations.
- Accurate, timely clinical documentation and case tracking.
As a mission-driven, people-centered health system, Trinity Health Grand Rapids is committed to providing compassionate, comprehensive care. In the ICU Department, you’ll be part of a dedicated team making a difference in the moments that matter most.
Ready to bring your compassion and expertise to the front lines of care? Apply now.
Our Commitment
Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
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Entry Level Hospital Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level hospital social worker job?
Entry level hospital social worker roles typically require a master's degree in social work and a state license or eligibility for licensure, so confirm your state's requirements early. Employers at this stage prioritize clinical field placement hours, internship experience in healthcare or discharge planning, and demonstrated skills in patient assessment and case coordination. Tailoring your resume to highlight those placements gives you a clear edge.
Which companies hire entry level hospital social workers?
Companies hiring entry level hospital social workers right now include University of Utah, St. Peter's Health Partners, and Prisma Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Health systems, academic medical centers, and community hospital networks tend to post the most openings at this level, often as part of structured onboarding programs designed for new licensees.
Are there remote entry level hospital social worker jobs?
Yes, though most hospital social worker roles are on-site given the hands-on nature of inpatient and discharge work. About 0% of entry level hospital social worker openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth case management, utilization review, or care coordination rather than direct bedside support.
Are these new grad hospital social worker jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior hospital social worker roles alongside other entry level listings. A posting is generally new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts supervised field placements toward the requirement, or explicitly invites candidates who are newly licensed or license-eligible. Look for those signals in the job description before applying.
Which industries hire the most entry level hospital social workers?
Entry Level hospital social worker roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Those sectors drive hiring at this level because they depend on social workers to manage patient transitions, connect individuals to community resources, and support care teams in high-volume clinical environments.