Social Worker Jobs in Kentucky

Social Worker jobs in Kentucky are open across Louisville, Bowling Green, and Lexington and other Kentucky metros, with employers like LifeStance Health, Valor Healthcare, and Baptist Health System KY & IN hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles17+
Top employerLifeStance Health
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring8
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

Showing 5 of 17+ Social Worker jobs

LifeStance Health
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
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LifeStance Health
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Certified Social Worker (CSW)
LifeStance Health
Lexington, Kentucky
Allied Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$51k - $59k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
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LifeStance Health
Added 2d ago
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
LifeStance Health
Louisville, Kentucky
Allied Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$58k - $68k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Norton Healthcare
Social Worker
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Norton Healthcare
Added 4d ago
Social Worker
Norton Healthcare
Louisville, Kentucky
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
On-Site
Master's
10,000+

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LifeStance Health
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
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LifeStance Health
Added 6d ago
Certified Social Worker (CSW)
LifeStance Health
Fort Thomas, Kentucky
Allied Health
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$58k - $68k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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LifeStance Health
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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LifeStance Health
Added 1w ago
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
LifeStance Health
Georgetown, Kentucky
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$85k - $97k/yr
On-Site
None
5,001-10,000

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Social Worker Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Louisville
5 jobs
Bowling Green
3 jobs
Lexington
3 jobs
Fort Thomas
2 jobs
Edgewood
1 jobs
Frankfort
1 jobs
Georgetown
1 jobs
Paducah
1 jobs

Social Worker Job Market in Kentucky

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

Who's Hiring

  • LifeStance Health
    LifeStance Health8
  • Valor Healthcare
    Valor Healthcare3
  • Baptist Health System KY & IN
    Baptist Health System KY & IN1
  • Mercy Health
    Mercy Health1
  • Norton Healthcare
    Norton Healthcare1

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services13
  • Education1

What Kentucky Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's or master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
  • Active state licensure such as LSW, LCSW, LMSW, or equivalent credential
  • Experience conducting psychosocial assessments and developing individualized service plans
  • Proficiency with electronic case management or electronic health record systems
  • Knowledge of mandatory reporting laws and child or adult protective services procedures
  • Strong crisis intervention skills and experience coordinating community referrals

Social Worker Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How many social worker jobs are there in Kentucky?

There are 17+ social worker openings in Kentucky on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Louisville, Bowling Green, and Lexington. New positions post regularly as employers across Kentucky hire.

Which Kentucky cities have the most social worker jobs?

Louisville, Bowling Green, and Lexington have the most social worker openings in Kentucky right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.

Which companies hire social workers in Kentucky?

Employers hiring social workers in Kentucky include LifeStance Health, Valor Healthcare, and Baptist Health System KY & IN, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.

Are there remote social worker jobs in Kentucky?

Yes. About 0% of social worker openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Kentucky metros.

How do I apply for social worker jobs in Kentucky?

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

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