Social Work Jobs in Missouri
Social Work jobs in Missouri concentrate in child welfare, behavioral health, and healthcare settings, with strong demand in the St. Louis metro, Kansas City, and Springfield. Large employers with lasting hiring presence include SSM Health, Children's Mercy Hospital, and the Missouri Department of Social Services. The most in-demand specialties are clinical social work, child protective services, and substance use counseling. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital
A Joint Venture Between Select Medical and SSM Health
Position: Case Manager
Location: Richmond Heights, MO
Schedule: Full-Time Monday through Friday 8 hour days
Compensation: $77,000-$105,000 based on years of experience
Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.
At our company, we support your career growth and personal well-being.
- Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO and Paid Sick Time for full-time team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, employee assistance program (EAP), and dental plan offerings for full-time team members
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full-time team members
- Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
- The primary job functions in Case Management include:
- Clinical Interventions/Discharge Planning
- Care Planning Management
- Fiscal Management
- Payer/Referral Management
Minimum Qualifications
- Current Licensure per state guidelines in clinical or related discipline (RN Preferred) OR a Bachelor's or Master's in a health or human services discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in Case Management and Discharge Planning preferred.
- CCM Certification Preferred.
- Acute Rehab experience preferred
- RN/PT/OT/SLP/RT/SW preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
SSM Health Rehabilitation Hospital
A Joint Venture Between Select Medical and SSM Health
Position: Case Manager
Location: Richmond Heights, MO
Schedule: Full-Time Monday through Friday 8 hour days
Compensation: $77,000-$105,000 based on years of experience
Our Inpatient Rehabilitation Hospital is committed to providing exceptional and compassionate care to best address the medical, physical, emotional, and vocational challenges for individuals with brain injuries, spinal cord injuries, neurological disorders, orthopedic issues, amputation, and multiple traumas.
At our company, we support your career growth and personal well-being.
- Start Strong: Extensive and thorough orientation program to ensure a smooth transition into our setting
- Recharge & Refresh: Generous PTO and Paid Sick Time for full-time team members to maintain a healthy work-life balance
- Your Health Matters: Comprehensive medical/RX, health, vision, employee assistance program (EAP), and dental plan offerings for full-time team members
- Invest in Your Future: Company-matching 401(k) retirement plan, as well as life and disability protection for full-time team members
- Your Impact Matters: Join a team of over 44,000 committed to providing exceptional patient care
- The primary job functions in Case Management include:
- Clinical Interventions/Discharge Planning
- Care Planning Management
- Fiscal Management
- Payer/Referral Management
Minimum Qualifications
- Current Licensure per state guidelines in clinical or related discipline (RN Preferred) OR a Bachelor's or Master's in a health or human services discipline.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in Case Management and Discharge Planning preferred.
- CCM Certification Preferred.
- Acute Rehab experience preferred
- RN/PT/OT/SLP/RT/SW preferred
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
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What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in social work jobs across Missouri.
- Active Missouri Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) credential
- Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from a CSWE-accredited program
- Experience with case management, crisis intervention, or direct client services
- Knowledge of Missouri child welfare regulations and mandatory reporting requirements
- Proficiency with electronic health records and documentation systems
- Valid Missouri driver's license and reliable transportation for field-based positions
Social Work Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a social work in Missouri?
You become a licensed social worker in Missouri by earning a qualifying degree and applying through the Missouri State Committee for Social Workers, which sits under the Division of Professional Registration. A Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) qualifies you for the Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker (LBSW) credential, while an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program is required for the LMSW or LCSW. Each license level requires a passing score on the ASWB exam at the corresponding level.
How much do social works make in Missouri?
Social works in Missouri earn a median of about $59,870 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $39,180 for the lowest 10% to over $79,560 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire social works in Missouri?
Companies currently hiring social works in Missouri include University of Missouri-Kansas City, Amedisys, and Cornerstones of Care, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Missouri's largest healthcare systems, county-level family services offices, and community mental health centers are consistently among the most active employers in the state.
Which Missouri cities have the most social work jobs?
Kansas City, Raymore, and Trenton have the most social work openings in Missouri. St. Louis and Kansas City anchor the market because of their large hospital networks, county child welfare offices, and community behavioral health organizations, while Springfield draws steady openings from Mercy Hospital and the region's growing outpatient mental health infrastructure.
How can I get hired as a social work in Missouri with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a case aide or social services specialist role with the Missouri Department of Social Services, which regularly brings on candidates with a bachelor's degree who are still working toward full licensure. Children's Mercy Hospital and Compass Health Network in the Kansas City and St. Louis areas run internship and new-graduate pipelines for MSW students. Completing your LBSW exam early and logging supervised hours at a field placement site gives you a concrete credential advantage before your first full-time application.
Where can I find and apply to social work jobs in Missouri?
You can find and apply to social work jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings across child welfare, behavioral health, healthcare, and community services settings. Find roles that fit your license level and specialization and apply directly.
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