Social Worker Jobs in Missouri
Social Worker jobs in Missouri are open across Kansas City, St. Louis, and Chesterfield and other Missouri metros, with employers like LifeStance Health, Children's Mercy Hospitals & Clinics, and SSM Health hiring at every experience level. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Facility:
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
Department:
1085 Case Management South
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:30 PM - 7:00 AM
Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Provides advocacy to patients and their families as part of an interdisciplinary health care team to overcome barriers to progression-of-care and facilitate a safe and coordinated discharge to the community.
Social Worker
Education:
- Required: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
- Preferred: Master's Degree in Social Work
Experience:
- No Prior Experience Required
- Recent work experience in health care preferred
Skills:
- Good communication skills – Ability to communicate effectively in written format and/or oral presentations
- Strong analytical & problem solving skills; semi-independent in decision making
- Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
- Exhibit initiative, responsibility & flexibility
- Must be able to initiate and understand research related to projects
- Learn and appropriately utilize all required computer applications, including but not limited to E-mail, Windows-based or Microsoft programs
- Ability to write effective documentation for processes and procedures.
- Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Appropriate assessment skills
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- License in Social work preferred
- Eligible to sit for, and successfully pass the test of certification as a certified Case Manager (CCM) or Accredited Care Manager (ACM) preferred
Discharge Planner
Education:
- Required: Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Experience:
- No prior experience required
Skills:
- Good communication skills – Ability to communicate effectively in written format and/or oral presentations
- Strong analytical & problem solving skills; semi-independent in decision making
- Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
- Exhibit initiative, responsibility & flexibility
- Must be able to initiate and understand research related to projects
- Learn and appropriately utilize all required computer applications, including but not limited to E-mail, Windows-based or Microsoft programs
- Ability to write effective documentation for processes and procedures.
- Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Appropriate assessment skills
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- N/A
Facility:
CoxHealth South: 3801 S National Ave, Springfield, Missouri, United States of America, 65807
Department:
1085 Case Management South
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Hours:
Monday-Thursday 8:30 PM - 7:00 AM
Work Shift:
Night Shift (United States of America)
CoxHealth is a leading healthcare system serving 25 counties across southwest Missouri and northern Arkansas. The organization includes six hospitals, 5 ERs, and over 80 clinics. CoxHealth has earned the following honors for workplace excellence:
- Named one of Modern Healthcare’s Best Places to work five times.
- Named one of America’s Greatest Workplaces, Greatest Workplaces in Healthcare (2025, 2026), Greatest Workplaces for Women (2023, 2024), and Greatest Workplaces for Diversity (2024) by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group.
- Acknowledged by Forbes as one of the Best Employers for New Grads.
- Healthcare Innovation's Top Companies to Work for in Healthcare (2025).
Benefits
- Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement with Employer Match and more (20+ hrs/week)
- For a comprehensive list of benefits, please click here: Benefits | CoxHealth
Job Description:
Provides advocacy to patients and their families as part of an interdisciplinary health care team to overcome barriers to progression-of-care and facilitate a safe and coordinated discharge to the community.
Social Worker
Education:
- Required: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work
- Preferred: Master's Degree in Social Work
Experience:
- No Prior Experience Required
- Recent work experience in health care preferred
Skills:
- Good communication skills – Ability to communicate effectively in written format and/or oral presentations
- Strong analytical & problem solving skills; semi-independent in decision making
- Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
- Exhibit initiative, responsibility & flexibility
- Must be able to initiate and understand research related to projects
- Learn and appropriately utilize all required computer applications, including but not limited to E-mail, Windows-based or Microsoft programs
- Ability to write effective documentation for processes and procedures.
- Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Appropriate assessment skills
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- License in Social work preferred
- Eligible to sit for, and successfully pass the test of certification as a certified Case Manager (CCM) or Accredited Care Manager (ACM) preferred
Discharge Planner
Education:
- Required: Bachelor's Degree in a related field
Experience:
- No prior experience required
Skills:
- Good communication skills – Ability to communicate effectively in written format and/or oral presentations
- Strong analytical & problem solving skills; semi-independent in decision making
- Ability to maintain organization in a changing environment
- Exhibit initiative, responsibility & flexibility
- Must be able to initiate and understand research related to projects
- Learn and appropriately utilize all required computer applications, including but not limited to E-mail, Windows-based or Microsoft programs
- Ability to write effective documentation for processes and procedures.
- Ability to make routine decisions in accordance with departmental policies and procedures.
- Appropriate assessment skills
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- N/A
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Social Worker Job Market in Missouri
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Who's Hiring
- LifeStance Health5
- Children's Mercy Hospitals & Clinics4
- SSM Health4
- Optum3
- Saint Luke's3
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services26
- Education4
- Consulting & Professional Services1
- Technology & Software1
What Missouri Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in social worker jobs across Missouri.
- 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 Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions
How many social worker jobs are there in Missouri?
There are 34+ social worker openings in Missouri on Migrate Mate as of June 2026, with the most roles in Kansas City, St. Louis, and Chesterfield. New positions post regularly as employers across Missouri hire.
Which Missouri cities have the most social worker jobs?
Kansas City, St. Louis, and Chesterfield have the most social worker openings in Missouri right now, with additional roles spread across smaller metros statewide.
Which companies hire social workers in Missouri?
Employers hiring social workers in Missouri include LifeStance Health, Children's Mercy Hospitals & Clinics, and SSM Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026.
Are there remote social worker jobs in Missouri?
Yes. About 15% of social worker openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of June 2026. The rest are on-site roles based in Missouri metros.
How do I apply for social worker jobs in Missouri?
You can apply to social worker jobs in Missouri directly on Migrate Mate. Search the listings above, find roles that match your experience and preferred Missouri location, then apply to each one that fits.
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