Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Rhode Island
Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in Rhode Island are concentrated in behavioral health, community mental health, hospital systems, and school-based services, with demand at every level from newly licensed clinicians to senior clinical supervisors. Most hiring activity centers on Providence, Cranston, and Woonsocket, where established employers such as Butler Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, and Community Care Alliance consistently fill licensed clinical social worker openings. Telehealth integration, substance use disorder treatment, and trauma-informed care are the most sought-after specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Job ID: JR-112888
- Entity: Bradley Hospital
- Location Name: Bradley Hospital
- City, State: East Providence, RI
- Work Type: PER DIEM
- Hours Per Week: Variable
- Shift: Variable
- Posted Date: 8/24/2026
SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the Clinical Director/Unit Chief, provides comprehensive clinical services as part of a multi-disciplinary team. This includes the evaluation and treatment of patients presenting with a wide range of psychiatric and physical/environmental stressors using a full range of psychiatric therapeutic interventions, including evaluations, and individual, family, and group psychotherapy. This individual also reports to the Clinical Director of Social Work and Counseling regarding professional standards, regulatory and licensing requirements, credentials/privileges, and continuing education.
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers, and one another.
In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include:
- Instill Trust and Value Differences
- Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide individual therapy, family therapy, group therapy, and mental health evaluations.
- Participate in treatment planning to set therapeutic goals in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
- Participate in the execution of the treatment plan goals as they pertain to the therapeutic aspects of the patient/family care.
- Complete all required documentation in a professional and timely manner, as assigned.
- Provide psychoeducation to patients and their families/guardians regarding diagnosis, treatment interventions, and recommendations as relevant.
- Clinical case management as required to coordinate and collaborate in care with both the multidisciplinary team and community supports (schools, therapists, physicians, etc.) for assessment, communication, and aftercare planning.
- Participate in service-related meetings including but not limited to team meetings, rounds, clinical conferences, community meetings, staff meetings, and in-service.
- May participate in research or other specialized activities as arranged with supervisor.
- Attend Social Work and Counseling Department staff meetings and meet all related responsibilities.
- Demonstrate conduct which exemplifies the professional Code of Ethics.
- Attend supervision as required.
- May provide supervision of social work/counseling students, as assigned. This entails:
- Providing reliable, high-quality supervision of trainees, as assigned and appropriate.
- Participating in teaching of trainees, as assigned and appropriate.
- Maintaining active faculty status if it is appropriate/required for assigned trainees.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION
- Masters’ degree in any human services field required, such as social work, mental health counseling, marriage and family therapy, psychology from an accredited graduate school.
QUALIFICATIONS
- Current independent license from State of Rhode Island required (LICSW, LMHC, LMFT).
- Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care to patients throughout the life span with consideration of aging processes, human development stages, and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
- Significant experience and/or training working with children, adolescents, and families.
PAY RANGE
$32.56-$53.71
LOCATION
Bradley Hospital - 1011 Veterans Memorial Pkwy East Providence, Rhode Island 02915
WORK TYPE
Variable as needed
WORK SHIFT
Variable
DAILY HOURS
Per Diem - As required
DRIVING REQUIRED
No
Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
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What Rhode Island Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed clinical social worker jobs across Rhode Island.
- Active Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential issued or recognized by the Rhode Island Department of Health
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited graduate program required
- Minimum supervised clinical hours completed under an approved Rhode Island supervisor
- Experience delivering individual, group, or family therapy in a clinical or community setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic, Cerner, or equivalent platforms
- Strong knowledge of evidence-based modalities including CBT, DBT, or trauma-focused approaches
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Rhode Island: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed clinical social worker in Rhode Island?
To become a licensed clinical social worker in Rhode Island, you must hold a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, complete the required supervised clinical hours under an approved Rhode Island supervisor, and pass the ASWB Clinical examination. Licensure is issued and regulated by the Rhode Island Department of Health, Board of Mental Health Counselors and Marriage and Family Therapists, through the Division of Professional Regulation. Once licensed, renewal requires continuing education to maintain active status.
Which companies hire licensed clinical social workers in Rhode Island?
Companies currently hiring licensed clinical social workers in Rhode Island include LifeStance Health, Presence, and Grow Therapy, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Rhode Island's dense network of federally qualified health centers, hospital-affiliated outpatient programs, and community behavioral health organizations means steady, year-round demand across both urban and suburban areas.
Which Rhode Island cities have the most licensed clinical social worker jobs?
Rhode Island, Riverside, and Greenville have the most licensed clinical social worker openings in Rhode Island. Providence dominates as the state's main urban center, anchored by major hospital systems and large behavioral health agencies, while surrounding cities like Cranston and Woonsocket generate consistent demand through community mental health centers and school district partnerships that serve dense residential populations.
Are there remote licensed clinical social worker jobs in Rhode Island?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because much licensed clinical social worker work involves in-person clinical contact, documentation review, and on-site collaboration. About 100% of licensed clinical social worker openings tied to Rhode Island are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting real but limited flexibility. Telehealth therapy sessions and care coordination roles tend to be the most remote-adaptable positions within the field.
How can I get hired as a licensed clinical social worker in Rhode Island with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is securing a position as an unlicensed social worker or social work associate while completing supervised clinical hours toward full Rhode Island licensure. Large employers such as Butler Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, and community mental health organizations like Providence Center regularly hire MSW graduates into staff clinician or case management roles designed for candidates accumulating supervision hours. Adjacent roles in case coordination, crisis intervention support, or residential counseling also serve as common entry points that build the experience base needed for clinical licensure.
Where can I find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Rhode Island?
You can find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Rhode Island on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your credentials and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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