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Remote Social Work jobs are open across healthcare systems, nonprofit organizations, government agencies, and behavioral health platforms for professionals at every career stage, from entry-level case managers to senior clinical directors. Employers hiring remotely right now include Liberty University, Devoted Health, and Validus Consulting & Services. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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INDEPENDENT LIVING SPECIALIST
NOTE - This is a hybrid position in which you work from home (approximately 40%) AND out in the field with clients anywhere in Kitsap/Pierce or within close proximity (approximately 60%). This can fluctuate depending on your caseload and complexity of clients.
Do you want to help empower individuals with disabilities to live their full potential? Are you ready to make a difference in the lives of others by being an Independent Living Specialist?
If this sounds like what you are looking for in a rewarding career, apply today. We look forward to hearing from you!
An Independent Living Specialist (ILS) serves as a member of the Validus Consulting and Services (VCS) team of professional field staff. Each team member is assigned a client caseload of individuals with various types and levels of disabilities and age-related impairments. The ILS will empower clients to develop, maintain, advance, and maximize their ability to live as independently within the community as the client’s abilities allow. The ideal candidate will be dependable, people-oriented, and possess strong attention to detail.
Seeking candidates in KITSAP/PIERCE COUNTIES! MUST live in this area.
**An ILS provides these services:
- Transitional Services - Services provided to clients living institutionally involving transitioning them to community living and reintegration.
- Community Stabilization – Services provided to clients living within community whose living situation has become unstable, placing them at risk of losing their ability to remain living independently and becoming institutionalized.
- Client Training: Life Skills – Services to those transitioning to or already living in the community who desire and need training to develop, maintain, and/or advance the skills necessary for them to develop, maintain, or advance their ability to live independently within the community.
**Key Responsibilities of an ILS:
- Conduct client consultations to determine support and/or services required to successfully facilitate meeting the client’s needs.
- Act as a liaison, as appropriate, to your assigned clients on behalf of the Home and Community Services (HCS)/Area Agency on Aging (AAA) staff, nursing facility and in-home case management, staff at nursing facility and institutional settings, housing, medical personnel, legal representatives, formal caregivers, family members, informal supports and any other involved party.
- Provide direct assistance and support to clients individually both in partnership and coordination with HCS and AAA case managers, as well as in accordance with their respective established and authorized goals.
- Facilitate maintaining the identified processes/services required for the client to continue advancing toward meeting his/her ultimate goal.
**The successful candidate will have the following:
- Bachelor' degree in social work or psychology with two years of experience in the coordination or provision of independent living services (ILS) OR Two years of experience in the coordination of ILS in a social service setting under qualified supervision OR Four years personal experience with a disability.
- Reliable transportation and current WA State PHOTO driver's license & auto insurance.
- Computer access and proficiency. Ability to access and exchange electronic transmissions on a daily (timely) basis. Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills, ability to coordinate and multitask.
- Self-starter who can prioritize and execute duties with minimal oversight.
- Pass a criminal background check.
- Must read, understand and agree to abide by Validus Consulting and Services’ Policies and Procedures.
**Compensation/Benefits Include:
- Competitive Compensation - $23 hourly
- Paid Sick and Safe Leave
**About Validus Consulting Services (VCS)
Validus Consulting Services (VCS) is registered with the Center for Medicare & Medicaid Services as a social service agency. As such, VCS provides contracted services for Washington State’s Department of Social & Health Services (DSHS), Aging and Long Term Support Administration (ALTSA), Home & Community Services (HCS), Area Agencies on Aging (AAA) and private pay service organizations and individuals having related needs. Our focus is providing services to individuals with disabilities and age-related impairments who are economically disadvantaged and/or who would otherwise go without the assistance they need to advance their ability to live with greater independence and a heightened quality of life. The mission of VCS is to empower individuals with disabilities to live their full potential. To learn more, visit us at https://validusconsulting.org/.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $23.00 per hour
Language:
- Bilingual (Preferred)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Preferred)
Work Location: On the road
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in remote social work jobs.
- Bachelor's or master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
- Active state licensure such as LSW, LCSW, or LMSW depending on the role
- Experience with case management, crisis intervention, or direct client services
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems or case management software
- Knowledge of community resources, benefits programs, and referral processes
- Ability to complete mandated reporter training and pass a background check
Tips for Your Remote Social Work Job Search
Highlight async communication and documentation skills
Remote social work roles depend on clear written case notes, timely electronic documentation, and structured handoffs between distributed team members. Call out your experience with electronic health record systems and async client coordination in your resume and cover letter.
Target employers with distributed service delivery models
Telehealth platforms, multi-state managed care organizations, and national nonprofit networks are built to support remote practitioners. Prioritize these employer types in your search because their hiring processes, supervision structures, and technology stacks are designed for remote social work from the start.
Apply early to remote roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists remote social work openings from across the U.S. in one place, so you can find roles that match your licensure, experience level, and preferred population and apply directly without sorting through unrelated postings.
Prepare for a competency-based remote interview
Remote social work interviews often probe for self-supervision, crisis decision-making without immediate backup, and virtual client engagement. Practice articulating how you've managed caseloads independently, documented client progress in real time, and maintained professional boundaries in digital settings.
Remote Social Work Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a remote social work job?
Remote social work employers screen heavily for self-direction, written communication, and comfort with digital case management platforms. Demonstrating that you can coordinate care, document client interactions, and collaborate with distributed teams through asynchronous tools gives you a clear edge. Clinical licensure and experience with telehealth platforms like video-based therapy or virtual crisis intervention are increasingly what remote hiring managers look for first.
Which companies hire remote social works?
Employers currently hiring remote social works include Liberty University, Devoted Health, and Validus Consulting & Services, per current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Remote opportunities are most common at telehealth companies, managed care organizations, national nonprofit networks, and government-contracted service providers that operate distributed teams across multiple states.
Can you get a remote social work job with no experience?
Yes, but remote entry-level social work roles are harder to land because you need to demonstrate independent judgment without in-person supervision from day one. Telehealth platforms, nonprofit hotlines, and digital case management organizations sometimes hire candidates new to the field. Showing familiarity with virtual client engagement tools, completing a field placement with a remote component, and earning a relevant certification can open the door.
Do you need a degree for remote social work jobs?
Usually, but the requirement depends on the role. Licensed clinical positions require a master's degree in social work and state licensure. Case management, community outreach, and support coordination roles at some organizations hire candidates with a bachelor's in a related field. Remote employers weigh direct client service experience, digital communication skills, and demonstrated ability to manage caseloads independently alongside formal credentials.
Which industries hire the most remote social works?
Remote social work roles concentrate in Education, based on current remote listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Those sectors rely on distributed teams to deliver services across wide geographic areas without requiring practitioners to be physically co-located with clients or colleagues.
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