Social Worker Jobs in California

Social Worker jobs in California are among the most active in the country, with steady demand across county child welfare agencies, large health systems, school districts, and community mental health centers at every level from entry-level case aide through senior clinical supervisor. Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego account for the greatest concentration of openings, where employers like Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles County DCFS, and UCSF Health maintain deep, ongoing hiring pipelines. 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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Overview

Open roles370+
Top employerCollage Rehabilitation Partners
Top cityLos Angeles, CA
Cities hiring152
Work type59% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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ADHC Social Worker - Korean Bilingual
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ADHC Social Worker - Korean Bilingual
Kheir Clinic (FQHC)
Los Angeles, California
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$25 - $30/hr
Master's degree in social work
51-200

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Clinical Social Worker (MSW or LCSW): Home Health
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Clinical Social Worker (MSW or LCSW): Home Health
21st Century Home Health Services Inc.
Ione, California
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$80k - $90k/yr
Master's degree in social work
51-200

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Medical Social Worker (North County)
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Medical Social Worker (North County)
Advanced Home Health Services
San Diego, California
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
11-50

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Social Worker LCSW - Behavioral Health Per Diem/On Call
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New 18h ago
Social Worker LCSW - Behavioral Health Per Diem/On Call
Providence
Santa Ana, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Coding & Billing
$43.39 - $67.37/hr
Hybrid
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Medical Social Worker
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Medical Social Worker
Best Home Health Providers
Redwood City, California
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
$100 - $120/hr
Remote (US)
Master's degree in social work

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Social Worker Jobs by City in California

Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.

San Diego
17 jobs
Long Beach
11 jobs
Fresno
9 jobs
Sacramento
9 jobs
San Jose
7 jobs
Fairfield
6 jobs
Orange
5 jobs

Social Worker Job Market in California

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

Who's Hiring

  • Collage Rehabilitation Partners17
  • Kaiser Permanente12
  • US Department of Veterans Affairs12
  • Guardian Angel Home Care11
  • Sutter Health9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Education

What California Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in social worker jobs across California.

  • Active California LCSW, LMSW, or ASW registration with the California BBS required
  • Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program required
  • Experience with mandated reporting requirements under California law
  • Proficiency in documentation systems such as CWS/CMS or county-specific case management platforms
  • Bilingual fluency in Spanish strongly preferred for Los Angeles and Central Valley positions
  • Valid California driver's license and reliable transportation for field-based roles

Social Worker Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a social worker in California?

To become a licensed social worker in California, you must earn a Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and register with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. After completing the required supervised hours under an LCSW, you sit for the California Law and Ethics Exam and the ASWB Clinical Exam to obtain your LCSW. Entry-level roles are available to graduates working as Associate Clinical Social Workers while accumulating their supervised hours.

Which companies hire social workers in California?

Employers hiring social workers in California right now include Collage Rehabilitation Partners, Kaiser Permanente, and US Department of Veterans Affairs, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. California's scale of county government, integrated health systems, and nonprofit community organizations means openings appear across a wider range of employer types than most other states.

Which California cities have the most social worker jobs?

Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego have the most social worker openings in California. Los Angeles and San Francisco generate the bulk of postings because of their large county DCFS departments, major health systems, and dense nonprofit sectors, while San Diego's military population and VA presence creates steady demand for veterans services and behavioral health social workers.

Are there remote social worker jobs in California?

Yes, but they're less common than in desk-based fields because much of the work is community-facing or requires in-person assessment. About 41% of social worker openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to be in care coordination, utilization review, or telehealth behavioral health services rather than direct child welfare or field-based case management roles.

How can I get hired as a social worker in California with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying for social worker trainee or social worker I positions within California county human services departments, which are structured for candidates still completing supervised hours. LA County DCFS, the County of San Diego, and Santa Clara County regularly post trainee-level roles. Graduates registered as Associate Clinical Social Workers with the California BBS are eligible to apply, and prior work as a case manager, behavioral health technician, or family support specialist strengthens your application significantly.

Where can I find and apply to social worker jobs in California?

You can find and apply to social worker jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and specialty, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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