Social Worker Jobs in Missouri

Social Worker jobs in Missouri are concentrated in healthcare systems, child welfare, mental health agencies, and school districts, with demand at every level from entry-level case managers to licensed clinical social workers. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield are the largest hiring metros, home to major employers such as BJC HealthCare, Children's Mercy, and Burrell Behavioral Health. The most in-demand specialties include child protective services, substance use counseling, and medical social work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles61
Top employerUS Department of Veterans Affairs
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring30
Work type77% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Social Worker
DaVita
Florissant, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Senior Social Worker (PTSD)
US Department of Veterans Affairs
Poplar Bluff, Missouri
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
Human Resources
$98k - $128k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Social Worker
SSM Health
Bridgeton, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
10,000+

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Social Worker QMHP NE PT
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Social Worker QMHP NE PT
Saint Luke's
Kansas City, Missouri
Mental & Behavioral Health
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Social Worker QMHP
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Social Worker QMHP
Saint Luke's
Kansas City, Missouri
Mental & Behavioral Health
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Master's degree in social work
10,000+

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Social Worker Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Kansas City
9 jobs
Jefferson City
5 jobs
Joplin
3 jobs
Saint Joseph
3 jobs
Columbia
2 jobs
Springfield
2 jobs
Independence
2 jobs
Lee's Summit
2 jobs

Social Worker Job Market in Missouri

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

Who's Hiring

US Department of Veterans Affairs5 open roles
Saint Luke's4 open roles
Optum3 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Missouri Employers Look For

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

  • Active Missouri LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW license issued by the Missouri Committee for Social Workers
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
  • Experience with case management, documentation, and individualized service planning
  • Proficiency with electronic health records or case management software such as CCWIS
  • Ability to pass a Missouri Family Care Safety Registry and background check
  • Valid Missouri driver's license and reliable transportation for field-based caseloads

Social Worker Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a social worker in Missouri?

Missouri requires licensure through the Missouri Committee for Social Workers before you can practice independently. A bachelor's degree in social work qualifies you for the Licensed Baccalaureate Social Worker credential, while a master's degree opens the path to the Licensed Master Social Worker and, after supervised clinical hours, the Licensed Clinical Social Worker designation. All applicants must pass the relevant ASWB examination and submit proof of degree and supervised experience to the committee.

Which companies hire social workers in Missouri?

Missouri social worker roles are posted by US Department of Veterans Affairs, Saint Luke's, and Optum and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's large integrated health systems, county children's division offices, and community mental health centers generate some of the most consistent hiring volume across the state.

Which Missouri cities have the most social worker jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Jefferson City account for the greatest concentration of social worker openings in Missouri. St. Louis and Kansas City drive demand through their major hospital systems and county child welfare offices, while Springfield's growing behavioral health sector, anchored by employers like Burrell Behavioral Health and CoxHealth, sustains a steady share of statewide postings.

Are there remote social worker jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're limited, since much of social work involves in-person client contact, home visits, and court appearances. About 23% of social worker openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions tend to cluster in care coordination, utilization review, and telephonic case management roles rather than direct clinical or field-based work.

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

The most realistic entry point is a social work internship or practicum completed during your degree, since Missouri employers including BJC HealthCare and Children's Mercy regularly convert supervised students into full-time hires. New graduates without placement experience can target entry-level case aide or family support specialist roles at Missouri Children's Division county offices, which provide structured on-the-job training. Completing your LBSW licensing exam before you apply gives you a clear credential advantage over unlicensed candidates.

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

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

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