Entry Level Pediatric Social Worker Jobs
New grad pediatric social worker jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or field placement can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, with employers like OU Health, Dartmouth Health, and Dialysis Clinic hiring at this level now.
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Responsibilities
- Provides complete psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
- Provides counseling to individuals and families to help solve social and emotional problems.
- Coordinates community resources to address/meet identified needs.
- Assists families in adapting to difficult and complicated dispositions involving complex/catastrophic care needs, multiple agencies/providers and linkage to resources outside the community.
- Provides consultation, assessment, referral and coordination in cases of suspected child or dependent adult abuse or neglect, or other forms of domestic violence.
- Organizes support groups.
- Documents objective, concise and pertinent clinical data in the medical record.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
- Social work experience in an acute, home care, or ambulatory setting preferred.
- Strong organizational skills, verbal and written communications skills.
- Sound decision making and judgment.
- Time management skills.
- Negotiation skills.
- Proven ability to deal with conflict resolution. Comfortable with basic computer skills.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- None
- Area of Interest: Allied Health
- Pay Range: $56,430.40/Yr. - $87,464.00/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 40098
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Responsibilities
- Provides complete psychosocial assessments of patients and families.
- Provides counseling to individuals and families to help solve social and emotional problems.
- Coordinates community resources to address/meet identified needs.
- Assists families in adapting to difficult and complicated dispositions involving complex/catastrophic care needs, multiple agencies/providers and linkage to resources outside the community.
- Provides consultation, assessment, referral and coordination in cases of suspected child or dependent adult abuse or neglect, or other forms of domestic violence.
- Organizes support groups.
- Documents objective, concise and pertinent clinical data in the medical record.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- Master’s Degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
- Social work experience in an acute, home care, or ambulatory setting preferred.
- Strong organizational skills, verbal and written communications skills.
- Sound decision making and judgment.
- Time management skills.
- Negotiation skills.
- Proven ability to deal with conflict resolution. Comfortable with basic computer skills.
Required Licensure/Certifications
- None
- Area of Interest: Allied Health
- Pay Range: $56,430.40/Yr. - $87,464.00/Yr. (Based on 40 hours per week, otherwise pro rata)
- FTE/Hours per pay period: 1.00 - 1.00 - 40 hrs/week
- Shift: Day
- Job ID: 40098
Dartmouth Health offers a total compensation package that includes a comprehensive selection of benefits. Our Core Benefits include medical, dental, vision and life insurance, short and long term disability, paid time off, and retirement plans. Click here for information on these benefits and more: Benefits | DHMC and Clinics Careers
Dartmouth Health is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
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Entry Level Pediatric Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level pediatric social worker job?
Start by highlighting any field placements, internships, or volunteer work with children or families, since hands-on experience carries significant weight at this level. A relevant degree in social work, psychology, or a related field is typically expected. Tailoring your resume to show case management exposure, empathy-driven work, and familiarity with child welfare systems gives entry level candidates a clear edge over generalist applicants.
Which companies hire entry level pediatric social workers?
Companies hiring entry level pediatric social workers right now include OU Health, Dartmouth Health, and Dialysis Clinic, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level tends to come from children's hospitals, pediatric outpatient clinics, school districts, and nonprofit family services organizations, all of which commonly bring on new and junior candidates.
Are there remote entry level pediatric social worker jobs?
Yes, though most roles at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of pediatric casework. About 0% of entry level pediatric social worker openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth and school-based counseling positions being the most likely to offer flexible arrangements for newer professionals.
Are these new grad pediatric social worker jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior roles in pediatric social work. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts internships or supervised field hours toward requirements, or explicitly accepts candidates without prior paid employment. Many employers in this field actively recruit directly from MSW and BSW programs.
Which industries hire the most entry level pediatric social workers?
Entry Level pediatric social worker roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they depend on consistent caseloads involving children and families, creating ongoing demand for new and junior professionals ready to work under supervision.