Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Wisconsin
Licensed Clinical Social Worker jobs in Wisconsin are concentrated in behavioral health, child welfare, school-based services, and integrated healthcare systems, with demand strong at every level from newly licensed clinicians to senior practitioners. The largest hiring activity centers on Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay, where established employers such as Froedtert Health, UW Health, and Aurora Health Care maintain significant social work departments. Outpatient mental health, substance use disorder treatment, and hospital discharge planning are the most consistently in-demand specialties across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Strive Health partners with skilled nursing facilities to deliver high-quality behavioral health care to residents. Our integrated model combines psychiatric nurse practitioners and licensed clinical social workers to provide a full spectrum of mental health services at no cost to the facility. We handle scheduling, credentialing, and billing so our clinicians can focus on what they do best: patient care.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor (LCSW/LPC) to provide psychotherapy and psychosocial support to residents in skilled nursing facilities. The therapist will conduct assessments, deliver individual and group therapy, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and ensure regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct initial diagnostic assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide psychotherapy services tailored to resident needs.
- Deliver individual, group, and family counseling focused on depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment, and behavioral health issues.
- Document sessions in compliance with Medicare and facility requirements.
- Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
- Support residents and families in coping with illness, placement, and end-of-life issues.
- Collaborate with Strive psychiatric nurse practitioners and facility staff to ensure coordinated care.
- Educate facility staff on recognizing psychosocial needs and appropriate referral processes.
Qualifications
- Master’s in Social Work (MSW) with active LCSW or LPC license in the state of Wisconsin.
- Enrolled or eligible for enrollment as a Medicare Part B provider.
- Experience working with geriatric populations or in long-term care preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently within a collaborative, team-based environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with productivity incentives.
- Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, PTO, CEU support).
- Administrative and billing support.
- Flexible scheduling with consistent facility assignments.
- Opportunity to be part of an integrated behavioral health team serving post-acute and long-term care residents.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
About Us
Strive Health partners with skilled nursing facilities to deliver high-quality behavioral health care to residents. Our integrated model combines psychiatric nurse practitioners and licensed clinical social workers to provide a full spectrum of mental health services at no cost to the facility. We handle scheduling, credentialing, and billing so our clinicians can focus on what they do best: patient care.
Position Overview
We are seeking a Licensed Clinical Social Worker or Licensed Professional Counselor (LCSW/LPC) to provide psychotherapy and psychosocial support to residents in skilled nursing facilities. The therapist will conduct assessments, deliver individual and group therapy, collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (IDT) and ensure regulatory compliance.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct initial diagnostic assessments and develop individualized treatment plans.
- Provide psychotherapy services tailored to resident needs.
- Deliver individual, group, and family counseling focused on depression, anxiety, grief, adjustment, and behavioral health issues.
- Document sessions in compliance with Medicare and facility requirements.
- Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
- Support residents and families in coping with illness, placement, and end-of-life issues.
- Collaborate with Strive psychiatric nurse practitioners and facility staff to ensure coordinated care.
- Educate facility staff on recognizing psychosocial needs and appropriate referral processes.
Qualifications
- Master’s in Social Work (MSW) with active LCSW or LPC license in the state of Wisconsin.
- Enrolled or eligible for enrollment as a Medicare Part B provider.
- Experience working with geriatric populations or in long-term care preferred.
- Strong interpersonal, documentation, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently within a collaborative, team-based environment.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary with productivity incentives.
- Full benefits package (health, dental, vision, malpractice coverage, PTO, CEU support).
- Administrative and billing support.
- Flexible scheduling with consistent facility assignments.
- Opportunity to be part of an integrated behavioral health team serving post-acute and long-term care residents.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
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What Wisconsin Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in licensed clinical social worker jobs across Wisconsin.
- Active Wisconsin Licensed Clinical Social Worker credential issued by the Wisconsin DSPS
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited graduate program
- Two or more years of post-graduate supervised clinical social work experience
- Demonstrated experience conducting psychosocial assessments and individual therapy
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong knowledge of Wisconsin Medicaid documentation and billing standards
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Jobs in Wisconsin: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a licensed clinical social worker in Wisconsin?
To become a licensed clinical social worker in Wisconsin, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program, complete the required post-graduate supervised clinical hours, and pass the ASWB Clinical examination. Licensure is issued by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services, which oversees all social work credentials in the state. After passing the exam and meeting the supervision requirement, you apply directly through DSPS to receive your Wisconsin LCSW credential.
Which companies hire licensed clinical social workers in Wisconsin?
Wisconsin licensed clinical social worker roles are posted by LifeStance Health, Presence, and Strive Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Wisconsin's major health systems, county human services departments, and community mental health centers are among the most consistent sources of full-time openings across the state.
Which Wisconsin cities have the most licensed clinical social worker jobs?
Ripon, Racine, and Madison have the most licensed clinical social worker openings in Wisconsin right now. Milwaukee and Madison drive the largest share of postings because of their concentration of major health systems, university-affiliated hospitals, and county behavioral health agencies, while Green Bay's growing regional medical presence and Aurora and ThedaCare facilities support strong demand in the Fox Valley corridor.
Are there remote licensed clinical social worker jobs in Wisconsin?
Yes, but they are less common than in purely desk-based fields because clinical social work often involves in-person assessment, crisis intervention, and coordination with care teams. About 50% of licensed clinical social worker openings tied to Wisconsin are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and the roles most likely to allow remote work are outpatient therapy, telehealth counseling, and care management positions that rely primarily on video sessions and phone contact.
How can I get hired as a licensed clinical social worker in Wisconsin with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for post-graduate associate or practicum-to-hire roles at large Wisconsin health systems such as Froedtert Health, UW Health, or Aurora Health Care, which regularly onboard new MSW graduates into supervised clinical positions that count toward licensure hours. County departments of human services across Milwaukee, Dane, and Brown counties also hire associate-level social workers in child protective services and adult protective services, fields where the structured caseload builds the supervised hours needed for full LCSW licensure. Holding a Wisconsin Licensed Social Worker credential while accumulating supervision hours is the standard bridge.
Where can I find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Wisconsin?
You can find and apply to licensed clinical social worker jobs in Wisconsin on Migrate Mate, which lists current Wisconsin openings across health systems, community agencies, school districts, and county services. Find a role that fits and apply directly.
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