Mid Level Social Worker Jobs
Mid level social worker jobs go to practitioners ready to carry full caseloads independently, lead client care planning, and guide less experienced colleagues without constant supervision. Roles run across on-site, hybrid, and remote settings in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Investment & Asset Management, with employers like Children's National Hospital, Ascension, and University of Maryland Medical System hiring at this level now.
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Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school that began as an idea among community members who longed to see more educational choices offered to the children of Washington Heights, Inwood and the Bronx.
All staff must be willing to commit to our mission: Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School will empower students in Washington Heights, Inwood and the Bronx to become agents for change through community-focused leadership, character development and college and career preparedness. Our staff regard our student leaders as burgeoning assets to their community and help them develop the tools they need to be successful in college and beyond. IAL is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience for all students we serve. We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, flexible, and innovative as well as able to embody the IAL traits of leadership in their daily work (honesty, integrity, responsibility, caring and restraint).
Reports to:
High School Dean of Student Intervention Services
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Meet regularly with students who have mandated counseling on their IEPs
- Develop and maintain partnerships with external agencies
- Refer individuals and families to external resources and services and when necessary
- Refer cases of suspected child abuse to the State Central Registry
- Monitor and facilitate the delivery of external resources and services until the student or family is stable
- Administer records, documentation, and other compliance activities
- Provide regular one-on-one counseling or group counseling to students and families
- Ensure a safe, positive environment in group and one-on-one counseling sessions.
- Provide crisis intervention as needed
- Manage, track, and document student interactions and counseling schedule
- Set goals with students and track progress towards those goals
- Collaborate with the High School Director and Dean of Student Intervention Services to uphold and maintain a safe school environment that fosters belonging and meets the socio-emotional needs of students
- Collaborate and communicate daily with supervisors, colleagues, and teachers to meet students’ needs
- Implement and enhance the school’s systems and culture by discussing character education with students
- Support leadership and teachers when discipline issues arise
- Member of IAL’s SST (Student Support Team) which assists in the development of comprehensive supports and interventions to students who are presenting challenging behaviors, socio-emotional needs and attendance
- Communicate effectively and promptly with students, families, and colleagues
- Meet with parents regularly regarding student issues
- Communicate with families as part of the attendance guidelines
- Participate actively in department meetings, faculty meetings, and other meetings
- Share responsibility for grade-level and school-wide activities, including chaperoning events and being the staff Advisor to an afterschool club
- Provide recommendations to the staff and leadership team around approaches to working with struggling students.
- Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and confidentiality when working with students, parents, and staff.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Spanish proficiency, required
- LMSW Certification, required
- Master's degree in social work or similar program, including school or guidance counseling experience
- At least three years experience working as a social worker
- Receptiveness to ongoing coaching and evaluation
- Energetic, motivated, innovative, prepared
- Evidence of excellence when working with middle and high school students
- Wide-ranging intellectual and educational interests
- Superior communication skills
- An ability to work collaboratively
Compensation:
IAL offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403B retirement plan with 5% match. In addition to extensive professional development, our teachers are equipped with all necessary instructional supplies and technology.
Work hours are Monday - Friday 7:30am-3:35pm
Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School is a tuition-free public charter school that began as an idea among community members who longed to see more educational choices offered to the children of Washington Heights, Inwood and the Bronx.
All staff must be willing to commit to our mission: Inwood Academy for Leadership Charter School will empower students in Washington Heights, Inwood and the Bronx to become agents for change through community-focused leadership, character development and college and career preparedness. Our staff regard our student leaders as burgeoning assets to their community and help them develop the tools they need to be successful in college and beyond. IAL is committed to providing a well-rounded educational experience for all students we serve. We are looking for candidates who are hardworking, flexible, and innovative as well as able to embody the IAL traits of leadership in their daily work (honesty, integrity, responsibility, caring and restraint).
Reports to:
High School Dean of Student Intervention Services
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Meet regularly with students who have mandated counseling on their IEPs
- Develop and maintain partnerships with external agencies
- Refer individuals and families to external resources and services and when necessary
- Refer cases of suspected child abuse to the State Central Registry
- Monitor and facilitate the delivery of external resources and services until the student or family is stable
- Administer records, documentation, and other compliance activities
- Provide regular one-on-one counseling or group counseling to students and families
- Ensure a safe, positive environment in group and one-on-one counseling sessions.
- Provide crisis intervention as needed
- Manage, track, and document student interactions and counseling schedule
- Set goals with students and track progress towards those goals
- Collaborate with the High School Director and Dean of Student Intervention Services to uphold and maintain a safe school environment that fosters belonging and meets the socio-emotional needs of students
- Collaborate and communicate daily with supervisors, colleagues, and teachers to meet students’ needs
- Implement and enhance the school’s systems and culture by discussing character education with students
- Support leadership and teachers when discipline issues arise
- Member of IAL’s SST (Student Support Team) which assists in the development of comprehensive supports and interventions to students who are presenting challenging behaviors, socio-emotional needs and attendance
- Communicate effectively and promptly with students, families, and colleagues
- Meet with parents regularly regarding student issues
- Communicate with families as part of the attendance guidelines
- Participate actively in department meetings, faculty meetings, and other meetings
- Share responsibility for grade-level and school-wide activities, including chaperoning events and being the staff Advisor to an afterschool club
- Provide recommendations to the staff and leadership team around approaches to working with struggling students.
- Display the highest ethical and professional behavior and confidentiality when working with students, parents, and staff.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications:
- Spanish proficiency, required
- LMSW Certification, required
- Master's degree in social work or similar program, including school or guidance counseling experience
- At least three years experience working as a social worker
- Receptiveness to ongoing coaching and evaluation
- Energetic, motivated, innovative, prepared
- Evidence of excellence when working with middle and high school students
- Wide-ranging intellectual and educational interests
- Superior communication skills
- An ability to work collaboratively
Compensation:
IAL offers a competitive compensation package including medical, dental and vision insurance, a 403B retirement plan with 5% match. In addition to extensive professional development, our teachers are equipped with all necessary instructional supplies and technology.
Work hours are Monday - Friday 7:30am-3:35pm
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Mid Level Social Worker Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level social worker job?
Position your existing experience around ownership: highlight cases you managed independently, populations you specialized in, and outcomes you directly influenced. Tailor your resume to show you can carry a caseload without close supervision. Certifications such as an LCSW or LSW strengthen your candidacy, and demonstrating familiarity with documentation systems and community resources signals readiness for mid level responsibility.
Which companies hire mid level social workers?
Companies hiring mid level social workers right now include Children's National Hospital, Ascension, and University of Maryland Medical System, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level covers hospital systems, community mental health agencies, government social services departments, and nonprofit organizations that need licensed or license-eligible practitioners who can manage complex cases with limited oversight.
Are there remote mid level social worker jobs?
Yes, though availability varies by specialization. About 0% of mid level social worker openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with telehealth roles and care coordination positions most likely to offer location flexibility. Roles in child welfare, school settings, or direct residential care typically remain on-site given the nature of the client work involved.
How do I move up to a mid level social worker role?
Growth from entry level to mid level comes from deepening a specialization, such as mental health, child welfare, or substance use, and taking on progressively complex cases. Pursuing licensure, seeking out supervision hours, and volunteering for project ownership within your team all signal readiness. Practitioners who can document measurable client outcomes and demonstrate sound independent judgment typically make the transition successfully.
Which industries hire the most mid level social workers?
Mid Level social worker roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Investment & Asset Management, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they require licensed or license-eligible practitioners with enough experience to manage caseloads, coordinate care across providers, and engage clients with complex or co-occurring needs without constant clinical supervision.