Social Worker Jobs in Pennsylvania
Social Worker jobs in Pennsylvania are in strong demand, with active hiring across child welfare agencies, behavioral health systems, hospital networks, and school districts at every level from entry-level caseworker through licensed clinical supervisor. Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and Allentown anchor the largest concentrations of openings, where employers like the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, UPMC, and Penn Medicine consistently hire across specializations. The most sought-after specialties in Pennsylvania include child protective services, mental health and substance use disorder counseling, and medical social work. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Invest in Your Future and Theirs: Full-time Milton S. Hershey Medical Center employees receive a 75% Penn State tuition discount for themselves and eligible dependents through the Grant-in-Aid program.
Penn State Health - Hershey Medical Center
Location: US:PA: Hershey
Work Type: Full Time
FTE: 1.00
Shift: Day
Hours: 10 hour shift
Recruiter Contact: Corey Cunningham at ccunningham3@pennstatehealth.psu.edu
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Trauma Social Worker will provide support to Pennsylvania’s only combined Level 1 adult and pediatric trauma center. Focus will be on facilitating the Pennsylvania Trauma Systems Foundation standards of accreditation with focus on identification and intervention of substance abuse, PTSD, acute stress, child abuse, elder abuse, intimate partner violence, and sex trafficking. The Trauma Social Worker will also provide individuals, families, and groups with the psychosocial support needed to cope with chronic, acute, or terminal illnesses. Services include advising family caregivers, providing patients with information and counseling, and make referrals for other services. This position will represent social services at the trauma peer review, and trauma operations meetings.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION(S):
- Master’s Degree in Social Work
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH?
Penn State Health offers exceptional opportunities to learn and grow, exposure to a wide patient population, and the ability to provide individualized, innovative, and specialized care to patients in the community.
Penn State Health offers an exceptional benefits package including medical, dental and vision with no waiting period as well as a Total Rewards Program that highlights a few of the many additional offerings below:
- Be Well with Employee Wellness Programs, and Fitness Discounts (University Fitness Center, Peloton).
- Be Balanced with Generous Paid Time Off, Personal Time, and Paid Parental Leave.
- Be Secured with Retirement, Extended Illness Bank, Life Insurance, and Identity Theft Protection.
- Be Rewarded with Competitive Pay, Tuition Reimbursement, and PAWS UP employee recognition program.
- Be Supported by the HR Solution Center, Learning and Organizational Development and Virtual Benefits Orientation, Employee Exclusive Concierge Service for scheduling.
WHY PENN STATE HEALTH MILTON HERSHEY MEDICAL CENTER?
Penn State Hershey Medical Center is Central Pennsylvania’s only Academic Medical Center, Level 1 Regional Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center, and Tertiary Care Provider. As a four-time Magnet-designated hospital, Hershey Medical Center values the hard work and dedication that our employees exhibit every day. Through our core values of Respect, Integrity, Teamwork, and Excellence, our employees are a team committed to compassionate care for our diverse patient population, our community and each other. As a valued team member, we promote continued professional development, specialty certification, continuing education, and career growth.
YOU TAKE CARE OF THEM. WE’LL TAKE CARE OF YOU. State-of-the-art equipment, endless learning, and a culture of excellence – that’s Penn State Health. But what makes our healthcare award-winning? That’s all you.
This job posting is a general outline of duties performed and is not to be misconstrued as encompassing all duties performed within the position. Eligibility for shift differential pay based on the terms outlined in company policy or union contract. All individuals (including current employees) selected for a position will undergo a background check appropriate for the position's responsibilities.
Penn State Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected class including disability or veteran status. Penn State Health’s policies and objectives are in direct compliance with all federal and state constitutional provisions, laws, regulations, guidelines, and executive orders that prohibit or outlaw discrimination.
Union: Non Bargained
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Social Worker Job Market in Pennsylvania
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Who's Hiring
- Supportive Care14

- Thriveworks5

- Penn Medicine5

- Penn State Health5

- The Horsham Clinic5

Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
What Pennsylvania Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in social worker jobs across Pennsylvania.
- Active Pennsylvania social worker license issued by the State Board of Social Work Examiners
- Bachelor's or master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program
- Experience with case management, documentation, and service planning in a clinical or community setting
- Familiarity with Pennsylvania child welfare, mental health, or Medicaid systems and regulations
- Strong communication skills for working with clients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
- Valid Pennsylvania driver's license and willingness to travel for home visits or field work
Social Worker Jobs in Pennsylvania: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a social worker in Pennsylvania?
To become a licensed social worker in Pennsylvania, you must earn a degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and apply to the Pennsylvania State Board of Social Work Examiners. A bachelor's degree qualifies you for the Licensed Social Worker credential, while a master's degree plus supervised clinical hours is required for the Licensed Clinical Social Worker designation. Both credentials require passing the ASWB licensing exam.
Which companies hire social workers in Pennsylvania?
Employers hiring social workers in Pennsylvania right now include Supportive Care, Thriveworks, and Penn Medicine, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Pennsylvania's large integrated health systems, county human services agencies, and nonprofit behavioral health organizations are among the most consistent sources of open social worker positions across the state.
Which Pennsylvania cities have the most social worker jobs?
Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, and King of Prussia have the most social worker openings in Pennsylvania. Philadelphia leads because of its dense concentration of hospital systems, child welfare agencies, and community mental health centers, while Pittsburgh's strength in academic medicine and behavioral health drives demand there, and smaller metros like Allentown reflect regional hospital and county agency hiring.
Are there remote social worker jobs in Pennsylvania?
Yes, but they're limited. About 27% of social worker openings tied to Pennsylvania are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting the hands-on, client-facing nature of most roles. The positions most likely to offer remote or telehealth flexibility are outpatient counseling, case management coordination, and utilization review, where direct in-person contact is less frequent.
How can I get hired as a social worker in Pennsylvania with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying for a bachelor's-level caseworker role with a Pennsylvania county children and youth services agency, which routinely hires new graduates and provides on-the-job training. Large employers like UPMC and Jefferson Health also offer social work internship-to-hire pipelines for MSW students. Completing a field placement at a Pennsylvania hospital, school, or community mental health center before graduation strengthens any application, and obtaining your LSW credential immediately after passing the ASWB exam gives you a concrete advantage over unlicensed candidates.
Where can I find and apply to social worker jobs in Pennsylvania?
You can find and apply to social worker jobs in Pennsylvania on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your license level, specialization, and preferred region, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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