Social Work Jobs in Missouri

Social Work jobs in Missouri are open across St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield and other Missouri metros, with employers like Preferred Family Healthcare, Compass Health Network, and Preferred Family Healthcare hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles217+
Top employerPreferred Family Healthcare
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring57
Work type95% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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St. Luke's Hospital (MO)
Clinical Social Worker
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St. Luke's Hospital (MO)
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Clinical Social Worker
St. Luke's Hospital (MO)
Chesterfield, Missouri
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Optum
Social Worker
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Optum
Added 3w ago
Social Worker
Optum
Sikeston, Missouri
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
$56k - $85k/yr
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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LifeStance Health
Added 3w ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
LifeStance Health
St. Louis, Missouri
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$80k - $101k/yr
Remote (US)
None
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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LifeStance Health
Added 3w ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
LifeStance Health
Town and Country, Missouri
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$80k - $101k/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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LifeStance Health
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
LifeStance Health
Columbia, Missouri
Nursing
Allied Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$80k - $101k/yr
Hybrid
None
5,001-10,000

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Social Work Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
29 jobs
Kansas City
24 jobs
Springfield
19 jobs
Columbia
15 jobs
Jefferson City
10 jobs
St. Charles
6 jobs
Trenton
6 jobs
Hannibal
5 jobs
Harrisonville
5 jobs

Social Work Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Preferred Family Healthcare
    Preferred Family Healthcare97
  • Compass Health Network
    Compass Health Network49
  • Saint Luke's
    Saint Luke's12
  • Places for People (MO)
    Places for People (MO)7

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services196
  • Education14
  • Technology & Software4
  • Consulting & Professional Services2
  • Food & Beverage1

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in social work jobs across Missouri.

  • 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

Social Work Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How many social work jobs are there in Missouri?

There are 217+ social work openings in Missouri on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Missouri hire.

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 Missouri cities have the most social work jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield have the most social work openings in Missouri right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire social works in Missouri?

Employers hiring social works in Missouri include Preferred Family Healthcare, Compass Health Network, and Preferred Family Healthcare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote social work jobs in Missouri?

Yes. About 5% of social work openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Missouri metros.

How do I apply for social work jobs in Missouri?

You can apply to social work jobs in Missouri directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Missouri location, then apply to each one that fits.

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