Social Work Visa Sponsorship Jobs in New York

New York is one of the strongest states for social work visa sponsorship, with major employers including NYC Health + Hospitals, the Administration for Children's Services, Northwell Health, and dozens of nonprofit agencies across the five boroughs. Roles span clinical, school-based, and community settings, with active hiring in New York City, Buffalo, and Albany.

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Open Jobs604+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type90% On-site
Top LocationNew York, NY
Most JobsNicholas H. Noyes Memorial Hospital

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NYU Langone Health
Social Worker-Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) / Mobile Crisis Team
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NYU Langone Health
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Social Worker-Comprehensive Psychiatric Emergency Program (CPEP) / Mobile Crisis Team
NYU Langone Health
Brooklyn, New York
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
Mental & Behavioral Health
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$93,960/yr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
None
10,000+

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Canton-Potsdam Hospital
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), (Full-Time/Days)
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Canton-Potsdam Hospital
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), (Full-Time/Days)
Canton-Potsdam Hospital
Gouverneur, New York
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$72,800/yr - $94,640/yr
On-Site
Master's

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The Child Center of NY
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
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The Child Center of NY
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Licensed Clinical Social Worker
The Child Center of NY
Queens, New York
Nursing
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
Social Work & Counseling
$80,000/yr - $120,000/yr
Hybrid
2+ yrs exp.
Master's
1,001-5,000

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Northwell Health
Case Management Social Worker
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Northwell Health
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Case Management Social Worker
Northwell Health
Poughkeepsie, New York
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$33/hr - $61/hr
On-Site
1+ yr exp.
Master's
10,000+

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Selfhelp Community Services, Inc.
Social Worker
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Selfhelp Community Services, Inc.
Added 6d ago
Social Worker
Selfhelp Community Services, Inc.
Fresh Meadows, New York
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Social Work & Counseling
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$50,000/yr - $62,400/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
201-500

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Social Work Job Roles in New York

Allied Health570 jobs
Social Work & Counseling486 jobs
Healthcare Administration462 jobs
Mental & Behavioral Health410 jobs
Patient Services & Wellbeing242 jobs
Nursing67 jobs
Clinical Support51 jobs
Caregiving & Elderly Support50 jobs
Human Resources37 jobs
Customer Service & Support28 jobs

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Social Work Jobs in New York: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies sponsor visas for social workers in New York?

Large health systems such as NYC Health + Hospitals, Northwell Health, and Montefiore Medical Center have sponsored visas for licensed social workers. Government agencies including the Administration for Children's Services and the Office of Mental Health also hire internationally. Nonprofit organizations like Catholic Charities of New York and the Jewish Board of Family and Children's Services appear in sponsorship records as well.

Which visa types are most common for social work roles in New York?

The H-1B visa is the most common visa for social work positions in New York, as licensed clinical social work roles with a required master's degree generally meet the specialty occupation standard. The O-1A is an option for social workers with exceptional recognition in their field. Some positions at nonprofits or research institutions may be eligible for cap-exempt H-1B filings, which are not subject to the annual lottery.

Which cities in New York have the most social work sponsorship jobs?

New York City accounts for the vast majority of social work sponsorship activity in the state, driven by its dense concentration of hospitals, child welfare agencies, and community mental health centers. Buffalo has a growing demand for clinical social workers tied to its hospital systems and refugee resettlement organizations. Albany sees consistent hiring through state government agencies and community nonprofits.

How to find social work visa sponsorship jobs in New York?

Migrate Mate filters job listings specifically by visa sponsorship availability, making it possible to search social work roles in New York without sorting through positions that do not support international candidates. You can filter by location and role type to focus on clinical, school-based, or community settings. Agencies that have sponsored in the past tend to advertise through networks that Migrate Mate indexes for sponsorship intent.

Are there state-specific licensing requirements that affect visa sponsorship for social workers in New York?

New York requires social workers to hold a state-issued license, with the Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) credential being the standard for most sponsored positions. Employers typically expect candidates to be license-eligible or already licensed before sponsoring an H-1B petition. International candidates should confirm their foreign degree meets New York State Education Department equivalency standards before applying.

What is the prevailing wage for sponsored social work jobs in New York?

U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.