Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Missouri
Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in Missouri are in strong, sustained demand, with the highest concentration of openings in community mental health centers, hospital systems, school districts, and state-run behavioral health agencies. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield anchor the hiring market, where large employers like BJC HealthCare, Mercy Health, and the Missouri Department of Mental Health consistently recruit licensed clinical social workers. The most sought-after specialties are substance use and addiction counseling, child welfare and family services, and integrated behavioral health. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Department of Mental Health at NMPRC
3505 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506
M-F Day Shift
Salary will be based on qualifications
Why you'll love this position:
Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center (NMPRC) is a 108-bed forensic inpatient psychiatric hospital located in St. Joseph, Missouri. NMPRC’s vision is to transform the lives of Missourians with mental illness by providing evidence-based treatment in a safe and healing environment. We are dedicated to empowering Missourians to thrive in communities that support mental health, achieve health equity, and promote well-being. NMPRC’s core values are CARE: Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, and Excellence.
This is a professional licensed clinical social worker providing casework, group work, and/or client-centered advocacy services to patients or clients in a program for persons with mental illness and/ or developmental or physical disabilities.
Responsibilities - What you’ll doJob duties may include but not limited to;
Work includes responsibility for initial and periodic social assessments of the clients’ or patient’s social, environmental and economic background for use in diagnosis, prognosis, rehabilitation/habilitation or treatment planning; and involves frequent contact with other health and social service groups to promote cooperative assistance in meeting the social and physical needs of the patients/clients and their families. This position will include providing individual and group therapy, treatment planning, discharge planning, and case management services to clients in a program for persons with serious and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or substance use disorders. The individual will work within an evidence-based treatment program with an interdisciplinary treatment team. Supervision may be provided to Clinical Case Work Practitioners completing supervised clinical social work experience as a prerequisite to Clinical Social Work licensure. Supervision is received from a designated superior who reviews work through case review, participation in the treatment planning and/or observation of results; however, the employee is expected to work with a high degree of independent skill and competence within established policies.
Qualifications - All you need for successExperience and Education Required:
Possession of a current license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Missouri. Will accept LMSW’s or MSW student who needs practicum placement provided they stay with NMPRC to complete their licensure. Will accept BSW’s with an opportunity for tuition reimbursement for obtaining their MSWs.
Job Details - More reasons to love this positionWe offer great benefits:
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:To apply, please submit your resume to nmprchr@dmh.mo.gov , apply online at www.mocareers.mo.gov or in-person at 3505 Frederick Ave. St. Joseph, MO 64506
The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to developing and maintaining a talented workforce.Licensed Clinical Social Worker – Department of Mental Health at NMPRC
3505 Frederick Ave., St. Joseph, MO 64506
M-F Day Shift
Salary will be based on qualifications
Why you'll love this position:
Northwest Missouri Psychiatric Rehabilitation Center (NMPRC) is a 108-bed forensic inpatient psychiatric hospital located in St. Joseph, Missouri. NMPRC’s vision is to transform the lives of Missourians with mental illness by providing evidence-based treatment in a safe and healing environment. We are dedicated to empowering Missourians to thrive in communities that support mental health, achieve health equity, and promote well-being. NMPRC’s core values are CARE: Compassion, Acceptance, Respect, and Excellence.
This is a professional licensed clinical social worker providing casework, group work, and/or client-centered advocacy services to patients or clients in a program for persons with mental illness and/ or developmental or physical disabilities.
Responsibilities - What you’ll doJob duties may include but not limited to;
Work includes responsibility for initial and periodic social assessments of the clients’ or patient’s social, environmental and economic background for use in diagnosis, prognosis, rehabilitation/habilitation or treatment planning; and involves frequent contact with other health and social service groups to promote cooperative assistance in meeting the social and physical needs of the patients/clients and their families. This position will include providing individual and group therapy, treatment planning, discharge planning, and case management services to clients in a program for persons with serious and persistent mental illness, intellectual disabilities, and/or substance use disorders. The individual will work within an evidence-based treatment program with an interdisciplinary treatment team. Supervision may be provided to Clinical Case Work Practitioners completing supervised clinical social work experience as a prerequisite to Clinical Social Work licensure. Supervision is received from a designated superior who reviews work through case review, participation in the treatment planning and/or observation of results; however, the employee is expected to work with a high degree of independent skill and competence within established policies.
Qualifications - All you need for successExperience and Education Required:
Possession of a current license to practice as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the State of Missouri. Will accept LMSW’s or MSW student who needs practicum placement provided they stay with NMPRC to complete their licensure. Will accept BSW’s with an opportunity for tuition reimbursement for obtaining their MSWs.
Job Details - More reasons to love this positionWe offer great benefits:
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here.
Contact Details - If you have questions or require any accommodations to participate in the application or interview process please contact:To apply, please submit your resume to nmprchr@dmh.mo.gov , apply online at www.mocareers.mo.gov or in-person at 3505 Frederick Ave. St. Joseph, MO 64506
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The qualifications that appear most often in licensed clinical social worker jobs across Missouri.
- Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential issued by the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program required
- Demonstrated clinical experience in behavioral health, mental health, or social services settings
- Familiarity with evidence-based treatment modalities such as CBT, DBT, or trauma-informed care
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems and clinical documentation standards
- Strong case management and care coordination skills across multidisciplinary teams
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri?
To become a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri, you must earn a Master of Social Work degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, complete the required post-graduate supervised clinical hours, and pass the ASWB Clinical examination. Licensure is granted and overseen by the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers under the Division of Professional Registration. Once licensed, you must renew every two years and complete continuing education as required by Missouri.
Which companies hire licensed clinical social workers in Missouri?
Missouri licensed clinical social worker roles are posted by State of Missouri, Ozarks Community Hospital, and Miriam School and Learning Center and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's mix of large hospital systems, community mental health centers, and state behavioral health agencies creates consistent year-round demand for licensed clinical social workers across a range of settings.
Which Missouri cities have the most licensed clinical social worker jobs?
St. Louis, Rolla, and Missouri have the most licensed clinical social worker openings in Missouri. St. Louis and Kansas City lead because of their large hospital networks, university health systems, and state agency offices, while Springfield drives demand through its concentration of regional healthcare providers, Ozarks-area community mental health centers, and CoxHealth and Mercy facilities.
Are there remote licensed clinical social worker jobs in Missouri?
Yes, but they are less common than in many other fields, since licensed clinical social workers frequently provide in-person therapy, conduct home visits, or work within institutional settings. About 75% of licensed clinical social worker openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, with telehealth counseling and care management roles being the most likely to offer remote or hybrid schedules.
How can I get hired as a licensed clinical social worker in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is pursuing an associate or intern-level clinical position while completing your supervised post-graduate hours toward full LCSW licensure. Missouri Department of Mental Health facilities, BJC Behavioral Health, and Compass Health Network are among the employer types that routinely hire licensed master social workers working toward LCSW status. Roles such as case manager, social work intern, or family support specialist at community mental health centers often serve as the first step, and holding your LMSW license from the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers gives your application a clear edge.
Where can I find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to whichever positions fit.
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