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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) jobs are available to F-1 OPT students with a master's in social work, though state licensure requirements and clinical supervision rules add complexity to your job search. STEM OPT extension is not available for this role, so your 12-month OPT window shapes your timeline significantly.
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Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.
Exemption Status:
Exempt
Hiring Range:
$62,004.80 - $111,633.60 (based on a full time schedule of 40 hours per week). Please note that the final offer will vary based on scheduled hours. Compensation for part-time or reduced schedules will be prorated based on scheduled weekly hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
8-4:30p
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
40
Cost Center:
10030 - 4400 Social Services
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
EVERYONE IS A CAREGIVER
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Responsibilities
- Provides assessment of patients/families and their adaptation to patient’s illness.
- Provides counseling as needed and ensures maximum patient participation in plans for discharge and recovery.
- Identifies system or discharge problems and develops discharge plans and presents options to patients.
- Assessment of all potential cases of abuse: child, elderly, disabled, and/or domestic violence.
I. Major Responsibilities:
-
Provides clinical service to patients and their families through individual, family, or group work, such as biopsychosocial assessment, crises intervention, treatment planning, and counseling relative to medical conditions.
-
Identifies clinical resources and makes referrals when necessary.
-
Collaborates with physicians, care coordinators, discharge planners, and other health care professionals to identify barriers to discharge or treatment and help resolve these issues with patients, families, or external sources.
-
Advocates for patients and families as they negotiate the health care system so that effective care, treatment, and planning may occur.
-
Documents all information obtained in evaluation, assessment, consultation, referral, and disposition to comply with regulatory requirements, as well as ensuring best possible patient outcome.
-
Utilizes the language of the current DSM-IV-TR to establish comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and subsequent planning and treatment.
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:
-
Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
-
Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
-
Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
-
Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
-
Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.
-
Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
-
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
All responsibilities are essential job functions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
-
Master’s Degree in Social Work.
-
Current Massachusetts Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
-
Demonstrated ability in psychosocial assessment, knowledge of community resources, crisis intervention skills, ability in discharge planning, and ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
-
Data compilation and analysis skills.
-
Excellent written and communication skills.
-
Basic computer skills.
Preferred:
- One to three years of Social Work experience.
Unless certification, licensure, or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Position requires work indoors most often in an office environment. However, work may also include monitoring patients’ movements and activities resulting in the need for rapid physical response to unsafe patient movements. This includes standing, walking, running, reaching, bending, lifting, and stooping.
Position in Ambulatory Oncology
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community, and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status, or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
INTRODUCTION
Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.
Exemption Status:
Exempt
Hiring Range:
$62,004.80 - $111,633.60 (based on a full time schedule of 40 hours per week). Please note that the final offer will vary based on scheduled hours. Compensation for part-time or reduced schedules will be prorated based on scheduled weekly hours, experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:
Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:
8-4:30p
Shift:
1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:
40
Cost Center:
10030 - 4400 Social Services
This position may have a signing bonus available; a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
EVERYONE IS A CAREGIVER
At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence, and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community, and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.
Responsibilities
- Provides assessment of patients/families and their adaptation to patient’s illness.
- Provides counseling as needed and ensures maximum patient participation in plans for discharge and recovery.
- Identifies system or discharge problems and develops discharge plans and presents options to patients.
- Assessment of all potential cases of abuse: child, elderly, disabled, and/or domestic violence.
I. Major Responsibilities:
-
Provides clinical service to patients and their families through individual, family, or group work, such as biopsychosocial assessment, crises intervention, treatment planning, and counseling relative to medical conditions.
-
Identifies clinical resources and makes referrals when necessary.
-
Collaborates with physicians, care coordinators, discharge planners, and other health care professionals to identify barriers to discharge or treatment and help resolve these issues with patients, families, or external sources.
-
Advocates for patients and families as they negotiate the health care system so that effective care, treatment, and planning may occur.
-
Documents all information obtained in evaluation, assessment, consultation, referral, and disposition to comply with regulatory requirements, as well as ensuring best possible patient outcome.
-
Utilizes the language of the current DSM-IV-TR to establish comprehensive diagnostic evaluations and subsequent planning and treatment.
Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities:
-
Complies with established departmental policies, procedures, and objectives.
-
Attends a variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed.
-
Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations.
-
Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements.
-
Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility, and acceptance toward all employees, patients, and visitors.
-
Maintains regular, reliable, and predictable attendance.
-
Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.
All responsibilities are essential job functions.
POSITION QUALIFICATIONS
License/Certification/Education:
Required:
-
Master’s Degree in Social Work.
-
Current Massachusetts Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) licensure.
Experience/Skills:
Required:
-
Demonstrated ability in psychosocial assessment, knowledge of community resources, crisis intervention skills, ability in discharge planning, and ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
-
Data compilation and analysis skills.
-
Excellent written and communication skills.
-
Basic computer skills.
Preferred:
- One to three years of Social Work experience.
Unless certification, licensure, or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.
Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS
Position requires work indoors most often in an office environment. However, work may also include monitoring patients’ movements and activities resulting in the need for rapid physical response to unsafe patient movements. This includes standing, walking, running, reaching, bending, lifting, and stooping.
Position in Ambulatory Oncology
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community, and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are: Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player, and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.
As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status, or other status protected by law.
If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at talentacquisition@umassmemorial.org. We will make every effort to respond to your request for disability assistance as soon as possible.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Licensed Clinical Social Worker Lcsw
Clarify your licensure status upfront
Many LCSW postings require full licensure, not just an MSW degree. Know exactly where you stand, whether you hold an LCSW, LMSW, or are license-eligible, and communicate that clearly in every application and interview.
Target employers who provide clinical supervision
Community mental health centers, hospital systems, and nonprofit agencies frequently offer structured supervision toward licensure. These settings are also more accustomed to sponsoring work authorization for clinical roles than private practices.
Highlight field placement hours strategically
Your supervised field practicum hours from your MSW program count toward licensure in most states. Document them precisely and present them to employers as proof you are on a clear, accelerated path to full LCSW credentialing.
Research state-specific licensure portability
Licensure compacts and reciprocity agreements vary significantly by state. If you are open to relocating, targeting compact member states can expand your options and make you a more attractive candidate to multi-site healthcare employers.
Position OPT as low-friction for the employer
Employers unfamiliar with OPT often assume it is complicated. Explain that OPT work authorization requires no employer filing or fees, and that you already have an Employment Authorization Document in hand ready to start.
Licensed Clinical Social Worker Lcsw OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Can I work as an LCSW on OPT if I am not yet fully licensed?
Yes, but the job title you work under must match what your OPT is authorized for, which is typically tied to your MSW degree field. Many employers will hire you as a licensed master social worker or associate-level clinician while you complete supervision hours toward full LCSW licensure. Confirm the role description aligns with your OPT authorization before accepting an offer.
Does LCSW work qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
No. Social work, including LCSW roles, falls under CIP code 44, which is not on the STEM Designated Degree Program list. This means your OPT is limited to 12 months. Planning for an H-1B or another visa pathway before your OPT ends is essential, so starting that conversation with employers early in your employment is strongly recommended.
What types of employers are most likely to sponsor work visas for LCSWs after OPT?
Large hospital systems, federally qualified health centers, VA facilities, and nonprofit community mental health organizations are the most consistent sponsors for clinical social workers. These employers have established HR infrastructure for immigration filings. Private practices rarely sponsor. Searching Migrate Mate's OPT job board lets you identify which healthcare employers are actively hiring and open to work authorization support.
How does clinical supervision work on OPT, and can I count those hours toward licensure?
Yes, supervision hours completed during OPT employment count toward licensure in virtually all states, provided your supervisor holds the appropriate credential. You are working as a licensed or license-eligible clinician in a paid role, which is exactly what state licensing boards require. Keep detailed logs of your supervision sessions and hours from day one, as boards are strict about documentation.
Can I do telehealth LCSW work on OPT, and does it affect my authorization?
Telehealth positions are fully permissible on OPT as long as the employer is U.S.-based and the role is consistent with your authorized field of study. Remote clinical work has expanded significantly, giving OPT students access to employers across multiple states. Be aware that practicing telehealth across state lines may require licensure in the state where each client is located, which varies by state law.