Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Pennsylvania
Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong and steady demand, concentrated in behavioral health agencies, hospital systems, school districts, and community mental health centers, with openings at every level from newly licensed clinicians through senior clinical supervisors. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Harrisburg account for the largest share of postings, where established employers such as Jefferson Health, UPMC, and Merakey consistently recruit licensed clinical social workers across outpatient, inpatient, and community settings. The most in-demand specialties in Pennsylvania are behavioral health, child welfare, and trauma-informed care. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker to support individuals and families navigating the emotional, behavioral, and life changes that come with neurological conditions.
This role focuses on real-world psychosocial support delivered in home and community environments, helping patients and families adapt, stabilize, and rebuild function in daily life.
You will be part of a neuro rehab team that values autonomy, flexibility, and deep clinical impact.
You will focus on:
- Psychosocial adjustment to injury or illness
- Family and caregiver support
- Care coordination and resource navigation
- Community reintegration support
What makes this different:
- Flexible scheduling with full autonomy
- Community-based practice (not office-bound)
- Meaningful one-on-one client relationships
- Paid hourly + documentation time
- Mileage reimbursement + drive time pay
- Collaborative neuro rehab team
If you want your clinical work to directly support real-life recovery and independence, this role offers that opportunity.
Responsibilities:
- Conducts comprehensive evaluations, assesses the social, emotional and support needs of patients and their families, and sets measurable objectives and goals that are formulated in conjunction with the rehabilitation team. Adjusts treatment plan to achieve maximum results in independence and/or function.
- Identifies and assists the patient and/or family to utilize appropriate community resources to achieve measurable objectives. Utilizes special skills and judgment to resolve adverse social and emotional responses connected with the injury/illness.
- Provides direct social work intervention and instructs and counsels the patients and family members in treating and coping with social and emotional responses connected with the injury/illness.
- Regularly re-assesses effectiveness of treatment plan, progress of patient towards goals and the need for modifying goals or treatment.
- Communicates patient’s needs and progress to the treatment team, physician, patient, family members, and others as applicable.
- Consults with medical providers regarding patient evaluation & treatment, progress of the patient &discharge from treatment.
- Observes/documents and reports changes in the condition/status of the person receiving services to the Clinical Coordinator, Program Manager or DCM, attending physician and other treatment team members.
- Maintains and submits evaluation, treatment and billing documentation in the format and timelines required by the Company, facility, funding source, local, state and federal regulations.
- Adheres to standards of the Company's Code of Business Conduct, policies, HIPAA and Corporate Compliance programs and appropriate professional practice standards and applicable state/federal laws.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Master's Degree in Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapy (LCSW, MSW, MFCC, or LPC)
- Current Social Work or Marriage and Family Therapist licensure/certification in the state(s) of practice required by individual states.
- A minimum of one year of experience in a rehabilitation setting serving individuals who have experienced a traumatic brain injury, spinal cord injury or other acute diagnosis.
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) First Aid and CPR certifications.
- Demonstrates effective and professional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
- Able to work independently and part of a team.
- Demonstrates strong organization skills and attention to detail.
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Where Pennsylvania roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Job Market in Pennsylvania
A snapshot from current Pennsylvania openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health14

- Geisinger3

- WellSpan Health2

- Mental Health Counseling of Nazareth2M
- PACE1

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed clinical social worker jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required for licensure and most positions
- Minimum two years of post-master's supervised clinical experience in a behavioral health or clinical setting
- Demonstrated experience providing individual, group, or family therapy using evidence-based modalities
- Familiarity with electronic health records systems such as Epic, Cerner, or comparable platforms
- Strong knowledge of Pennsylvania mental health regulations, mandated reporting laws, and HIPAA compliance
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania?
To become a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania, you must earn a Master of Social Work degree from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, then complete supervised post-master's clinical hours as required by the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Workers, and pass the Association of Social Work Boards clinical examination. The State Board of Social Workers, which operates under the Pennsylvania Department of State, issues the LCSW credential and oversees renewals.
Which companies hire licensed clinical social workers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring licensed clinical social workers in Pennsylvania right now include LifeStance Health, Geisinger, and WellSpan Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Pennsylvania's dense network of nonprofit behavioral health organizations, large integrated health systems, and county-funded mental health programs means consistent hiring activity across both urban centers and rural communities.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most licensed clinical social worker jobs?
The cities with the most licensed clinical social worker openings in Pennsylvania are Philadelphia, Warrington, and Chambersburg. Philadelphia dominates due to its concentration of major health systems, university hospitals, and community behavioral health agencies, while Pittsburgh's robust medical and social services sector drives demand there, and Harrisburg's role as the state capital creates steady openings tied to government-funded programs and county mental health services.
Are there remote licensed clinical social worker jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're more selective than in purely desk-based fields, since much of clinical social work involves in-person assessment, crisis intervention, and direct therapy. About 77% of licensed clinical social worker openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth therapy and care coordination roles being the most likely to offer full or partial remote arrangements.
How can I get hired as a licensed clinical social worker in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for associate-level or LSW-licensed positions at Pennsylvania's community mental health centers, county behavioral health agencies, or large systems like UPMC or Jefferson Health, which regularly hire clinicians working toward full LCSW licensure. Roles such as case manager, social work intern, or behavioral health technician provide the supervised hours required for licensure. Completing a field placement at a Pennsylvania-accredited site and obtaining your Licensed Social Worker credential first gives you a strong competitive edge.
Where can I find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current Pennsylvania openings from employers actively hiring right now. Find the roles that fit your experience and credentials below and apply directly.
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