Social Worker Jobs in Maryland

Social Worker jobs in Maryland are concentrated in healthcare systems, child welfare, mental health services, and school-based programs, with demand at every level from entry-level case managers to licensed clinical practitioners. The largest hiring markets are Baltimore, Silver Spring, and Annapolis, where anchor employers such as Johns Hopkins Health System, the University of Maryland Medical System, and the Maryland Department of Human Services consistently post openings. Clinical social work, school social work, and substance use counseling are among the most active specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles89
Top employerUniversity of Maryland Medical System
Top cityBaltimore, MD
Cities hiring40
Work type47% Hybrid
Top industryHealthcare

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Social Worker - Emergency Psych Evaluator
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Social Worker - Emergency Psych Evaluator
Lifebridge Health
Westminster, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$29 - $51.27/hr
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Social Worker (Clinical)
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Social Worker (Clinical)
National Institutes of Health
Montgomery County, MD
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$85k - $133k/yr
10,000+

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
PGIC
Baltimore, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work

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SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER – Maryland
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SCHOOL SOCIAL WORKER – Maryland
Princeton Staffing Solutions
Frederick, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$45k - $61k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
11-50

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Social Worker Social Services
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Social Worker Social Services
Ascension
Baltimore, Maryland
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$60k - $88k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in social work
10,000+

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Social Worker Jobs by City in Maryland

Where Maryland roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Frederick
7 jobs
Rockville
5 jobs
Lanham
4 jobs
Hagerstown
4 jobs
Bel Air
3 jobs
Columbia
3 jobs
Annapolis
3 jobs
Catonsville
3 jobs

Social Worker Job Market in Maryland

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

Who's Hiring

University of Maryland Medical System8 open roles
Thriveworks6 open roles
LifeStance Health5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Maryland Employers Look For

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

  • Active Maryland Social Worker license issued by the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners
  • Master of Social Work degree from a CSWE-accredited program for clinical positions
  • Bachelor of Social Work degree accepted for case management and community-based roles
  • One to three years of direct practice experience in a relevant population or setting
  • Proficiency with electronic health records and case management documentation systems
  • Valid driver's license and ability to travel to client homes or community sites

Social Worker Jobs in Maryland: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a social worker in Maryland?

Becoming a licensed social worker in Maryland requires applying through the Maryland Board of Social Work Examiners, which oversees four license tiers: LGSW, LCSW-C, LCSW, and LISW-C. A Bachelor of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program qualifies you for entry-level registration, while clinical licensure requires a Master of Social Work plus supervised hours and passage of the ASWB clinical exam. School-based positions also require Maryland Department of Education approval.

Which companies hire social workers in Maryland?

Maryland social worker roles are posted by University of Maryland Medical System, Thriveworks, and LifeStance Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Maryland's dense concentration of hospital systems, state agencies, and federally qualified health centers makes it one of the more active markets for social work hiring on the East Coast.

Which Maryland cities have the most social worker jobs?

Baltimore, Frederick, and Rockville have the most social worker openings in Maryland right now. Baltimore anchors the market through its large hospital networks and state agency headquarters, while Silver Spring and the broader Washington suburbs draw openings from federally connected health organizations, nonprofit behavioral health providers, and Montgomery County's extensive human services infrastructure.

Are there remote social worker jobs in Maryland?

Yes, but they're limited compared to desk-based fields, since much of social work involves in-person client contact, home visits, and court appearances. About 59% of social worker openings tied to Maryland are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting a real but selective segment of the market. Telehealth counseling, care coordination, and utilization review roles are the most consistently remote-friendly specialties.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying for case manager or social work associate roles at Maryland's large public agencies and hospital systems, which regularly hire candidates with a Bachelor of Social Work and no independent experience. The Maryland Department of Human Services and Baltimore City Department of Social Services both post entry-level positions in child protective services and benefits programs. Completing a field practicum at a Maryland agency during your degree and obtaining your LGSW registration immediately after graduation gives you a meaningful edge over other new applicants.

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

You can find and apply to social worker jobs in Maryland on Migrate Mate, which lists current Maryland openings across healthcare, child welfare, behavioral health, and school settings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your license level and specialty, and apply directly to the employer.

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