Pediatric Social Worker Jobs
Pediatric Social Worker jobs are open across hospitals, school districts, child welfare agencies, and outpatient behavioral health settings, from entry-level to senior and clinical supervisor roles, with specializations in child protective services, medical social work, and school-based mental health. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Trustbridge Hospice, a member of Empath Health is seeking a compassionate and empathetic Pediatric Clinical Social Worker to join our team.
This full-time position works Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m – 5:00 p.m with flexibility to work later hours as needed.
Location: Hybrid; Palm Beach and Broward County
Since 1978, Trustbridge Hospice has cared for more than 200,000 South Florida families. As a community-based nonprofit, we provide 24/7 hospice and palliative care, along with caregiver support and bereavement services for families facing serious illness.
What you'll Do:
Qualified Social Worker responsible for assessing and intervening regarding the needs of chronically or terminally ill children and their families.
The pediatric social worker is the primary social worker for the pediatric care programs including Hospice, PTFK, and Partners In Care.
Provide emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention to pediatric patients and their families, helping them navigate the challenges associated with serious illness, end-of-life care, and bereavement.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, chaplains, and child life specialists, to develop and implement comprehensive care plans that address the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
Connect families with community resources, financial assistance programs, and support services, while advocating for patient and family needs to promote optimal quality of life and continuity of care.
Why Join Empath Health?
Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
What You'll Need
Education and/or Experience: Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Preferably has a LCSW
Requires 1 year of social work experience.
Previous experience working with seriously ill children preferred. Must be comfortable working with pediatrics.
Continuing Education: As required for licensure.
For field-based positions, employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must provide proof of valid automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in the employee’s HR file.
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.
Empath Health is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is Empath Health's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, Empath Health will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made Empath Health aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to Empath Health. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within Empath Health or to request a reasonable accommodation to utilize Empath Health's online employment application, please contact HRTalentAcquisition@EmpathHealth.org.
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Trustbridge Hospice, a member of Empath Health is seeking a compassionate and empathetic Pediatric Clinical Social Worker to join our team.
This full-time position works Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m – 5:00 p.m with flexibility to work later hours as needed.
Location: Hybrid; Palm Beach and Broward County
Since 1978, Trustbridge Hospice has cared for more than 200,000 South Florida families. As a community-based nonprofit, we provide 24/7 hospice and palliative care, along with caregiver support and bereavement services for families facing serious illness.
What you'll Do:
Qualified Social Worker responsible for assessing and intervening regarding the needs of chronically or terminally ill children and their families.
The pediatric social worker is the primary social worker for the pediatric care programs including Hospice, PTFK, and Partners In Care.
Provide emotional support, counseling, and crisis intervention to pediatric patients and their families, helping them navigate the challenges associated with serious illness, end-of-life care, and bereavement.
Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, including physicians, nurses, chaplains, and child life specialists, to develop and implement comprehensive care plans that address the psychosocial needs of patients and families.
Connect families with community resources, financial assistance programs, and support services, while advocating for patient and family needs to promote optimal quality of life and continuity of care.
Why Join Empath Health?
Earn Competitive Pay: Your skills and contributions are recognized and rewarded.
Benefits & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement with company match, plus wellness programs to support your mind and body.
Industry-Leading PTO: 5+ weeks to rest, recharge, and live your Full Life.
Grow Your Career: CEU support, tuition reimbursement, and advancement opportunities.
Make a Difference: Join a mission-driven team dedicated to kindness, compassion, and Full Life Care for All.
What You'll Need
Education and/or Experience: Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
Preferably has a LCSW
Requires 1 year of social work experience.
Previous experience working with seriously ill children preferred. Must be comfortable working with pediatrics.
Continuing Education: As required for licensure.
For field-based positions, employees must have reliable transportation which will enable them to perform tasks and responsibilities in a timely and appropriate fashion. Must provide proof of valid automobile insurance, a copy of which will be placed in the employee’s HR file.
Unified in empathy, we serve our communities through extraordinary Full Life Care for All.
Empath Health is a not-for-profit healthcare organization providing Full Life Care through a connected network of services across Florida—including hospice, home health, grief care, geriatric primary care, elder care (PACE), HIV and sexual health (EPIC), and dementia support.
Full Life Care means caring for the whole person—body, mind, and spirit—with empathy and dignity. Our care goes beyond medicine to help people feel seen, supported, and valued at every stage of life.
At Empath Health, you’ll find purpose, partnership, and possibility in a culture where compassion drives excellence and every team member helps make life’s journey more meaningful.
Empath Health is committed to complying with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act, as amended ("ADA"), and applicable state and local laws. It is Empath Health's policy not to discriminate against any qualified person or applicant with regard to any terms or conditions of employment on the basis of such individual's disability. Consistent with this policy of non-discrimination, Empath Health will provide reasonable accommodations to an individual with a disability, as defined in the ADA or applicable law, who has made Empath Health aware of his/her disability, unless doing so would cause an undue hardship to Empath Health. If you are an applicant and need a reasonable accommodation when applying for job opportunities within Empath Health or to request a reasonable accommodation to utilize Empath Health's online employment application, please contact HRTalentAcquisition@EmpathHealth.org.
Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. For more information, please refer to this machine-readable PDF to Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal. If viewing in HTML, please see Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal in English or Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal in Spanish.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pediatric social worker jobs.
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- State licensure at the LMSW or LCSW level
- Experience working with children, adolescents, or families in a clinical or community setting
- Knowledge of child protective services procedures and mandatory reporting requirements
- Proficiency with electronic health records or case management documentation systems
- Strong skills in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and family systems assessment
Tips for Your Pediatric Social Worker Job Search
Tailor your resume to the setting
Hospital-based roles want experience with care coordination and discharge planning, while school districts prioritize IEP participation and crisis intervention. Customize your resume for each setting rather than submitting the same document everywhere you apply.
Highlight licensure status clearly
List your licensure level, issuing state, and expiration date near the top of your resume. Many pediatric social worker postings screen out candidates before a human review if licensure isn't immediately visible, especially for clinical or independently practicing roles.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pediatric social worker openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Search by population and setting simultaneously
Use search terms like 'pediatric oncology social worker' or 'school-based mental health' rather than just 'pediatric social worker' to surface postings that match your exact clinical experience and avoid roles outside your focus area.
Prepare case vignettes before your interview
Interviewers in pediatric settings almost always ask behavioral questions tied to real cases involving minors and families. Prepare two or three anonymized vignettes that demonstrate your assessment, intervention, and documentation decisions in high-stakes situations.
Negotiate scope before you negotiate salary
In pediatric social work offers, caseload size and documentation requirements often matter more than starting pay over the long term. Ask directly about average caseload, charting systems, and after-hours on-call expectations before accepting any offer.
Pediatric Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pediatric social workers?
The companies hiring the most pediatric social workers right now include OU Health, Massachusetts General Hospital, and Tufts Medical Center, with the largest share of openings in Florida, Massachusetts, and Oklahoma, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Children's hospitals and large hospital systems consistently account for a significant share of active openings.
How many pediatric social worker jobs are remote?
About 50% of pediatric social worker openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which is lower than many other social work roles given the hands-on nature of pediatric care. Telehealth-based therapy and school consultation roles are the sub-areas most likely to offer remote or hybrid arrangements.
How do you become a pediatric social worker?
You become a pediatric social worker by completing a Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program, then obtaining state licensure at the LMSW or LCSW level. Gaining field placement or early-career experience specifically with children, adolescents, or families strengthens your candidacy. Many practitioners pursue additional training in trauma-informed care, child development, or school-based mental health to specialize further.
Can you get hired as a pediatric social worker with little or no experience?
You can get hired in entry-level pediatric social work roles with limited direct experience if your MSW field placements involved children, adolescents, or family systems. Positions in child welfare agencies, school districts, and community mental health organizations are often the most open to new graduates. Volunteering with youth organizations and emphasizing coursework in child development or family therapy also strengthens your application for these roles.
What does the pediatric social worker interview process look like?
The pediatric social worker interview process typically begins with a phone screen focused on licensure status and clinical background, followed by one or two in-person or video interviews with the hiring manager and sometimes a multidisciplinary team. Expect behavioral questions about crisis situations, mandatory reporting decisions, and family engagement. Some hospital systems include a panel interview or a case-based scenario exercise as a final step.
Where can I find and apply to pediatric social worker jobs?
You can find and apply to pediatric social worker jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your licensure level, setting, and specialization, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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