Medical Social Worker Jobs in Massachusetts
Medical Social Worker jobs in Massachusetts are among the most active in the Northeast, with consistent demand across hospital systems, skilled nursing facilities, hospice care, and community health centers, and openings at every level from entry-level case coordinator through senior clinical social worker. Boston, Worcester, and Springfield anchor the hiring market, where established systems like Mass General Brigham, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, and UMass Memorial Health maintain ongoing pipelines for licensed social workers. The most in-demand specialties are oncology, palliative care, and behavioral health integration. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Job ID: JR-115104
- Entity: Saint Annes Hospital
- Location Name: Saint Annes Hospital
- City, State: Fall River, MA
- Work Type: PER DIEM
- Hours Per Week: Variable
- Shift: Day
- Posted Date: 10/22/2026
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager of Case Management and Social Work, the Social Worker LICSW evaluates, diagnoses and treats a wide range of psychosocial problems, applying individual clinical social work skills in order to assist patients and their families in the resolution of personal and environmental problems, attributable to mental or physical illness, which prevents them from achieving their highest level of psychosocial functioning. The Social Worker assigned to the inpatient units will be an active participant in the co-management model along with the unit leadership in supporting the patient flow initiative. Adheres to social work professional standards of practice based on NASW Code of Ethics.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Completes bio-psychosocial evaluations to eliminate barriers to treatment, discharge and enhance the patient’s health status and improve utilization of resources.
Provides consultation regarding patient’s background, psychosocial functioning and needs to medical and support staff, in order to assist in planning a comprehensive care program for the patient in order to increase treatment compliance and care coordination with the aim at providing excellent patient experience and increased satisfaction in care.
Develops treatment plans and initiates clinical intervention, utilizing individual and group treatment modalities, and analyzes course and result of treatment to maximize health status and increase health care decision making. In accordance with departmental standards regarding frequency and content, documents social work activity in patients’ medical records.
Participates as a team member in conferences (collaborative care rounds) concerning patients with other care personnel and community agencies to improve care coordination and moving patients safely into their communities and less restrictive settings.
Provides education to assist patients and families in understanding, accepting and following medical and social work recommendations designed to restore the patient to optimum functioning within their capacity.
Assesses patient and family advocacy needs, and coordinates appropriate advocacy activities within the hospital and in the community with an emphasis on self-determination for the client system with the aim at improving social supports and community resources.
Provides field placement supervision and evaluation for BSW and/or MSW degree candidates as part of the Department of Clinical Social Work Student program (must have LICSW, or, at least 5 years of demonstrated experience and knowledge in service area).
Completes case related statistics and other reports according to departmental standards.
Participates in hospital wide, departmental and community studies, projects, and trainings with the aim at educating the community and hospital staff on the psychosocial issues related to illness and identifying barriers in service delivery systems.
As relevant to clinical assignment, remains current on available community resources, and accesses them as needed.
Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational activities. May attend training for specific areas of clinical responsibility.
Participates in quality assurance activities in accordance to department, hospital, and The Joint Commission standards.
Adheres to Brown University Health, Hospital, and department policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment of care and be in compliance with all laws, regulations and standards.
EDUCATION
Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited graduate school of Social Work and a current license from State of MA, Board of Social Work Licensure.
LICSW required.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
EXPERIENCE
Between six months and one year of clinical experience preferably in a health or mental health setting with an emphasis on populations to be served in the assigned area.
Training and experience necessary to address the specific needs of the patients served in assigned areas of responsibility; this includes issues relating to age and stage of development and the particular special needs and cultural patterns of the patient populations being served.
Analytical and therapy skills necessary to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, initiate therapy, and evaluate results. Ability to effectively interact with patients, families, medical staff and outside agencies in providing services.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Works in a normal office environment with exposure to patient care.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Provides functional guidance to Social Work Interns with recommendation to pursue LICSW level of licensure.
Pay Range
$32.56-$53.71
Location
Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721
Work Type
8a-430p
Work Shift
Day
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.
- Job ID: JR-115104
- Entity: Saint Annes Hospital
- Location Name: Saint Annes Hospital
- City, State: Fall River, MA
- Work Type: PER DIEM
- Hours Per Week: Variable
- Shift: Day
- Posted Date: 10/22/2026
SUMMARY
Reporting to the Manager of Case Management and Social Work, the Social Worker LICSW evaluates, diagnoses and treats a wide range of psychosocial problems, applying individual clinical social work skills in order to assist patients and their families in the resolution of personal and environmental problems, attributable to mental or physical illness, which prevents them from achieving their highest level of psychosocial functioning. The Social Worker assigned to the inpatient units will be an active participant in the co-management model along with the unit leadership in supporting the patient flow initiative. Adheres to social work professional standards of practice based on NASW Code of Ethics.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Consistently applies the corporate values of respect, honesty and fairness and the constant pursuit of excellence in improving the health status of the people of the region through the provision of customer-friendly, geographically accessible and high-value services within the environment of a comprehensive integrated academic health system. Is responsible for knowing and acting in accordance with the principles of the Brown University Health Corporate Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.
Completes bio-psychosocial evaluations to eliminate barriers to treatment, discharge and enhance the patient’s health status and improve utilization of resources.
Provides consultation regarding patient’s background, psychosocial functioning and needs to medical and support staff, in order to assist in planning a comprehensive care program for the patient in order to increase treatment compliance and care coordination with the aim at providing excellent patient experience and increased satisfaction in care.
Develops treatment plans and initiates clinical intervention, utilizing individual and group treatment modalities, and analyzes course and result of treatment to maximize health status and increase health care decision making. In accordance with departmental standards regarding frequency and content, documents social work activity in patients’ medical records.
Participates as a team member in conferences (collaborative care rounds) concerning patients with other care personnel and community agencies to improve care coordination and moving patients safely into their communities and less restrictive settings.
Provides education to assist patients and families in understanding, accepting and following medical and social work recommendations designed to restore the patient to optimum functioning within their capacity.
Assesses patient and family advocacy needs, and coordinates appropriate advocacy activities within the hospital and in the community with an emphasis on self-determination for the client system with the aim at improving social supports and community resources.
Provides field placement supervision and evaluation for BSW and/or MSW degree candidates as part of the Department of Clinical Social Work Student program (must have LICSW, or, at least 5 years of demonstrated experience and knowledge in service area).
Completes case related statistics and other reports according to departmental standards.
Participates in hospital wide, departmental and community studies, projects, and trainings with the aim at educating the community and hospital staff on the psychosocial issues related to illness and identifying barriers in service delivery systems.
As relevant to clinical assignment, remains current on available community resources, and accesses them as needed.
Maintains and enhances professional expertise through appropriate educational activities. May attend training for specific areas of clinical responsibility.
Participates in quality assurance activities in accordance to department, hospital, and The Joint Commission standards.
Adheres to Brown University Health, Hospital, and department policies and procedures to maintain a safe environment of care and be in compliance with all laws, regulations and standards.
EDUCATION
Masters Degree in Social Work from an accredited graduate school of Social Work and a current license from State of MA, Board of Social Work Licensure.
LICSW required.
Demonstrated knowledge and skills necessary to provide care patients with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and cultural patterns in each step of the care process.
EXPERIENCE
Between six months and one year of clinical experience preferably in a health or mental health setting with an emphasis on populations to be served in the assigned area.
Training and experience necessary to address the specific needs of the patients served in assigned areas of responsibility; this includes issues relating to age and stage of development and the particular special needs and cultural patterns of the patient populations being served.
Analytical and therapy skills necessary to evaluate patients, develop treatment plans, initiate therapy, and evaluate results. Ability to effectively interact with patients, families, medical staff and outside agencies in providing services.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Works in a normal office environment with exposure to patient care.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
Provides functional guidance to Social Work Interns with recommendation to pursue LICSW level of licensure.
Pay Range
$32.56-$53.71
Location
Saint Annes Hospital - 795 Middle Street Fall River, Massachusetts 02721
Work Type
8a-430p
Work Shift
Day
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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- Active Massachusetts Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) required
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required
- Experience with care coordination, discharge planning, or case management in a medical setting
- Familiarity with Medicare, Medicaid, and managed care documentation and compliance standards
- Strong assessment and crisis intervention skills in an acute or post-acute care environment
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Meditech
Medical Social Worker Jobs in Massachusetts: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a medical social worker in Massachusetts?
To become a medical social worker in Massachusetts, you need a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program and a license issued by the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers. Most hospital and healthcare employers require at minimum an LCSW, which requires supervised clinical hours after graduation, with many preferring the LICSW for independent practice. Completing your supervised hours in a medical or community health setting gives you the most direct path into hospital and hospice roles.
Which companies hire medical social workers in Massachusetts?
Employers hiring medical social workers in Massachusetts right now include Amedisys, Optum, and Sturdy Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Massachusetts's dense concentration of academic medical centers, community health networks, and nonprofit hospice organizations means full-time openings with benefits are common across the state.
Which Massachusetts cities have the most medical social worker jobs?
Plymouth, Athol, and Boston have the most medical social worker openings in Massachusetts. Boston leads because of its concentration of major academic medical centers and teaching hospitals, while Worcester and Springfield draw demand from regional hospital systems and community health centers that serve large Medicaid populations across central and western Massachusetts.
Are there remote medical social worker jobs in Massachusetts?
Yes, but they're rare. Medical social work is primarily a hands-on, in-person role tied to patient care settings, so fully remote positions are uncommon. About 50% of medical social worker openings tied to Massachusetts are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to be in telephonic case management, utilization review, or insurance-adjacent care coordination rather than direct clinical social work.
How can I get hired as a medical social worker in Massachusetts with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for social work intern or associate social worker roles while completing your MSW field placement in a medical setting. Mass General Brigham, Boston Medical Center, and UMass Memorial Health routinely supervise MSW students and often hire from their own internship cohorts into entry-level care coordination or case management positions. A completed LCSW application filed with the Massachusetts Board of Registration of Social Workers, even if still pending, signals readiness and gives you an edge over unlicensed candidates.
Where can I find and apply to medical social worker jobs in Massachusetts?
You can find and apply to medical social worker jobs in Massachusetts on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and credentials and apply directly to the employer through the listing.
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