Social Work Jobs in New York
Social Work jobs in New York represent one of the most active markets in the country, with demand at every level from entry-level case aides through senior clinical supervisors across public child welfare, hospital systems, community mental health, and school-based services. The heaviest hiring is concentrated in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany, where established employers like NYC Health + Hospitals, Northwell Health, and the New York City Administration for Children's Services maintain large and steady social work workforces. The most in-demand specialties are clinical mental health, child protective services, and medical social work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Job ID: 1151601_RR00111722
Facility: NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Shift: Day
Schedule: M-F; Varies
Department: Allied Health, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, Psychiatry-Clinical Svc (S826)
NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation’s top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Social Worker.
In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for the clinical duties of a Clinical Social Worker, which are to evaluate and treat patients with psychiatric disorders.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides psychological care to all assigned patients, including evaluation, determination of psychiatric disorder, formulation of treatment plan and all necessary documentation.
- Adheres to appropriate clinical documentation to ensure compliance with current standards of clinical practice, and adherence to all regulatory-accreditation standards.
- Responsible for liaison with other disciplines, patient families and institutions, as it pertains to assigned patients.
- Provides individual and group treatment either in person or via telehealth visits.
- This role requires reviewing patient escalated screening responses to assess clinical eligibility for the appropriate level of care and directly contacting patients to communicate outcomes and coordinate the next steps in their treatment process.
Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
Must be comfortable delivering care via telehealth.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a New York State Social Worker License (LMSW or LCSW).
Required Licenses: Licensed Social Worker – NYS
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3 to 5 years - specializes in Crisis Management.
- Prefers LCSW.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $58,930.99 – $84,668.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here.
Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
About NYU Langone Health
Be Where Everyone Is Dedicated to Exceptional Care
NYU Langone is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic health system with Magnet®-recognized status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Our trifold mission to care, teach, and discover is achieved daily through NYU Langone’s inclusive culture devoted to excellence across the organization. Here, you can advance your career supported by exceptionally talented faculty and staff in an environment where everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Our Hiring Process
Joining Our Team
Get ready to start your career journey at NYU Langone, where cutting-edge research meets compassionate care, and discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of medicine.
Step 1
Apply Online
The NYU Langone hiring process begins with you applying through our online portal. Be sure to update and upload your resume. Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. Ten days after applying you will receive a talent assessment to be completed.
Step 2
Schedule Interviews
If selected to continue the interview process, HR will reach out via phone or email first. Then, depending on your position, they will schedule an interview with unit managers or team members. You are encouraged to dress professionally for all interviews.
Step 3
Receive Offer
If you successfully complete the interview process and are identified as a finalist for the position, we will require that you complete a professional reference process. After evaluating the completed references, a decision will be made on who will receive a preliminary offer. If you receive a preliminary offer, HR will start the onboarding process with an agreed-upon tentative start date.
Step 4
Training & Orientation
You will be contacted by an onboarding specialist who will work with you on your pre-boarding requirements. Once fully cleared, we will ask you to complete compliance orientation regulatory training. On your first day, you will attend an online required orientation to acclimate to the health system and report to your new department based on instructions provided by your hiring manager.
Job ID: 1151601_RR00111722
Facility: NYU Grossman School of Medicine
Position Type: Full-Time/Regular
Shift: Day
Schedule: M-F; Varies
Department: Allied Health, NYU Grossman School of Medicine, Psychiatry-Clinical Svc (S826)
NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the nation’s top-ranked medical schools. For 175 years, NYU Grossman School of Medicine has trained thousands of physicians and scientists who have helped to shape the course of medical history and enrich the lives of countless people. An integral part of NYU Langone Health, the Grossman School of Medicine at its core is committed to improving the human condition through medical education, scientific research, and direct patient care. At NYU Langone Health, equity and inclusion are fundamental values. We strive to be a place where our exceptionally talented faculty, staff, and students of all identities can thrive. We embrace inclusion and individual skills, ideas, and knowledge.
Position Summary:
We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Social Worker.
In this role, the successful candidate is responsible for the clinical duties of a Clinical Social Worker, which are to evaluate and treat patients with psychiatric disorders.
Job Responsibilities:
- Provides psychological care to all assigned patients, including evaluation, determination of psychiatric disorder, formulation of treatment plan and all necessary documentation.
- Adheres to appropriate clinical documentation to ensure compliance with current standards of clinical practice, and adherence to all regulatory-accreditation standards.
- Responsible for liaison with other disciplines, patient families and institutions, as it pertains to assigned patients.
- Provides individual and group treatment either in person or via telehealth visits.
- This role requires reviewing patient escalated screening responses to assess clinical eligibility for the appropriate level of care and directly contacting patients to communicate outcomes and coordinate the next steps in their treatment process.
Additional Position Specific Responsibilities:
Must be comfortable delivering care via telehealth.
Minimum Qualifications:
To qualify you must have a New York State Social Worker License (LMSW or LCSW).
Required Licenses: Licensed Social Worker – NYS
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3 to 5 years - specializes in Crisis Management.
- Prefers LCSW.
Qualified candidates must be able to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine provides its staff with far more than just a place to work. Rather, we are an institution you can be proud of, an institution where you’ll feel good about devoting your time and your talents. At NYU Langone Health, we are committed to supporting our workforce and their loved ones with a comprehensive benefits and wellness package. Our offerings provide a robust support system for any stage of life, whether it’s developing your career, starting a family, or saving for retirement. The support employees receive goes beyond a standard benefit offering, where employees have access to financial security benefits, a generous time-off program and employee resources groups for peer support. Additionally, all employees have access to our holistic employee wellness program, which focuses on seven key areas of well-being: physical, mental, nutritional, sleep, social, financial, and preventive care. The benefits and wellness package is designed to allow you to focus on what truly matters. Join us and experience the extensive resources and services designed to enhance your overall quality of life for you and your family.
NYU Grossman School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer and committed to inclusion in all aspects of recruiting and employment. All qualified individuals are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration. We require applications to be completed online.
View Know Your Rights: Workplace discrimination is illegal.
NYU Langone Health provides a salary range to comply with the New York state Law on Salary Transparency in Job Advertisements. The salary range for the role is $58,930.99 – $84,668.00 Annually. Actual salaries depend on a variety of factors, including experience, specialty, education, and hospital need. The salary range or contractual rate listed does not include bonuses/incentive, differential pay or other forms of compensation or benefits.
To view the Pay Transparency Notice, please click here.
Salaries shown on independent jobs related websites reflect market averages and do not represent information obtained directly from NYU Langone. We invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary/hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.
About NYU Langone Health
Be Where Everyone Is Dedicated to Exceptional Care
NYU Langone is a world-class, patient-centered, integrated academic health system with Magnet®-recognized status by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). Our trifold mission to care, teach, and discover is achieved daily through NYU Langone’s inclusive culture devoted to excellence across the organization. Here, you can advance your career supported by exceptionally talented faculty and staff in an environment where everyone works together to deliver the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Our Hiring Process
Joining Our Team
Get ready to start your career journey at NYU Langone, where cutting-edge research meets compassionate care, and discover how you can contribute to shaping the future of medicine.
Step 1
Apply Online
The NYU Langone hiring process begins with you applying through our online portal. Be sure to update and upload your resume. Shortly after you submit your application, you will receive an email confirmation. Ten days after applying you will receive a talent assessment to be completed.
Step 2
Schedule Interviews
If selected to continue the interview process, HR will reach out via phone or email first. Then, depending on your position, they will schedule an interview with unit managers or team members. You are encouraged to dress professionally for all interviews.
Step 3
Receive Offer
If you successfully complete the interview process and are identified as a finalist for the position, we will require that you complete a professional reference process. After evaluating the completed references, a decision will be made on who will receive a preliminary offer. If you receive a preliminary offer, HR will start the onboarding process with an agreed-upon tentative start date.
Step 4
Training & Orientation
You will be contacted by an onboarding specialist who will work with you on your pre-boarding requirements. Once fully cleared, we will ask you to complete compliance orientation regulatory training. On your first day, you will attend an online required orientation to acclimate to the health system and report to your new department based on instructions provided by your hiring manager.
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Where New York roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Social Work Job Market in New York
A snapshot from current New York openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital37
- Good Shepherd Services32
- The Jewish Board30
- Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services22
- The Child Center of NY21
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services374
- Non-Profit & Social Services111
- Education60
- Science & Research23
- Law & Legal Services11
What New York Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in social work jobs across New York.
- Active New York State LMSW or LCSW license issued by the Office of the Professions
- Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required for licensed roles
- Experience with case management, psychosocial assessments, and service plan development
- Familiarity with New York State Medicaid documentation and billing requirements
- Proficiency with electronic health records systems used in New York clinical settings
- Bilingual ability in Spanish strongly preferred across New York City community-based organizations
Social Work Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a social work in New York?
To work as a licensed social worker in New York, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and obtain licensure through the New York State Education Department's Office of the Professions. The LMSW requires passing the Association of Social Work Boards exam after completing your degree. Clinical roles require additional supervised hours and the LCSW exam. New York does not offer reciprocity with most other states, so out-of-state applicants must apply directly through the Office of the Professions.
How much do social works make in New York?
Social works in New York earn a median of about $73,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $47,750 for the lowest 10% to over $103,730 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire social works in New York?
Employers hiring social works in New York right now include Nicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital, Good Shepherd Services, and The Jewish Board, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. New York's size and density of public agencies, hospital systems, and nonprofit service organizations make it one of the broadest hiring markets for social workers in the United States.
Which New York cities have the most social work jobs?
Brooklyn, New York, and Bronx are the New York cities with the most social work openings. New York City drives the bulk of demand through its massive public health, child welfare, and community mental health infrastructure, while Buffalo and Albany see consistent hiring through regional hospital systems, state agencies, and county social services departments that anchor the workforce outside the metro area.
Are there remote social work jobs in New York?
Yes, but they're relatively limited. About 13% of social work openings tied to New York are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting the hands-on, community-based nature of most roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or telehealth arrangements are outpatient therapy, care management, and utilization review positions where direct in-person client contact is not required.
How can I get hired as a social work in New York with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a case aide or social work assistant role, which most large New York employers fill without requiring full licensure. The New York City Administration for Children's Services, NYC Health + Hospitals, and large nonprofits like CAMBA and Acacia Network regularly hire new graduates and unlicensed candidates into supervised positions that count toward LMSW hours. Completing your LMSW as quickly as possible and gaining any field placement hours in a New York setting strengthens your application considerably.
Where can I find and apply to social work jobs in New York?
You can find and apply to social work jobs in New York on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings tied to New York employers and agencies. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your license level, experience, and preferred borough or region, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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