Social Work Visa Sponsorship Jobs in North Carolina
North Carolina's social work sector draws international talent to health systems like Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist and UNC Health, behavioral health networks, and county departments of social services across Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham. Employers in this field do sponsor visas, though roles typically require state licensure and fluency in specific populations or clinical settings.
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Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
Yes
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu): Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Department:
School of Social Work
Department's Website:
https://socialwork.uark.edu
Summary of Job Duties:
The School of Social Work in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for 2 tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to start in August 2027. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment.
These Assistant Professors of Social Work positions are 9-month, tenure-track, full-time faculty positions. The successful candidates will complement existing strengths within the School of Social Work, housed within the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, and demonstrate an aptitude for conducting research leading to publication, engaging in scholarly activities, designing graduate and undergraduate courses, developing and implementing new methods of teaching to reflect changes in the field, providing curriculum material, constructing syllabi, leading classroom instruction, writing and administering exams, mentoring and evaluating students, creating interest and understanding among students, serving on various faculty- and student-oriented committees, providing service on campus and in related professional organizations, and participating in faculty governance in the department and on campus.
This is an in-person position. The School of Social Work offers both face-to-face and online courses, and extensive in-person and online engagement in activities such as office hours, student advising, and departmental, college, and university committee meetings is essential to advancing student success and departmental effectiveness.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
About the Department:
The School of Social Work at the University of Arkansas, housed within the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, advances social, economic, and environmental justice through excellence in education, research, and community engagement. As part of Arkansas' land-grant institution, the School prepares ethical, competent, and evidence-informed social work practitioners committed to improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities across Arkansas, the Ozark region, nationally, and globally.
The School offers fully accredited Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) degree programs, delivering rigorous curricula across traditional face-to-face and online learning platforms. Our faculty lead dynamic research programs in areas such as rural health disparities, health equity, child welfare, aging, the criminal justice system, macro policy analysis, and behavioral health. The School emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, robust community partnerships, and student-centered mentorship in an academic environment that values research excellence and applied practice.
We are dedicated to fostering a community of competent and ethical social work leader-practitioners. Through student-centered experiential learning, rigorous research, and committed community engagement, we prepare our students to become advocates for social and economic justice and equity. Our program integrates classroom knowledge with real-world application. We aim to empower social workers who will enhance the quality of life for all individuals, families, and communities both within Arkansas and globally, believing that through our efforts, Arkansas can truly be a land of opportunity for all.
Duties will include:
- 40% Teaching or Professional Performance
- 40% Research/Scholarly and/or Creative Activities
- 20% Academic Service Activities
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Social Work or a closely related field from an accredited institution (ABD considered, provided doctorate is completed prior to the start date)
- Eligible for social work licensure in Arkansas
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in university-level teaching
- Demonstrated potential for developing a strong, sustainable research agenda and securing external funding
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least two years of post-MSW practice experience
- Demonstrated track record of community-engaged research or interdisciplinary collaboration
- Record of successful publication and/or external funding in the thematic and/or methodological areas of position focus
Additional Information:
This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025. Prior to issuance of an offer of employment, the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicant’s background and, if required, conduct an additional review of that background information.
Salary Information:
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Marcia Shobe, mshobe@uark.edu
Dr. LaShawnda Fields, lnfields@uark.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Completed applications received by October 25 will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.
For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee co-chairs, Marcia Shobe and LaShawnda Fields at mshobe@uark.edu or lnfields@uark.edu.
Applicants must submit:
1) A cover letter
2) Narrative detailing teaching philosophy, research agenda, and qualification alignment
3) A curriculum vitae
4) Three (3) Professional Reference Letters (including name, title, institution, email, and phone number). Submit letters to scsw@uark.edu
5) A sample of scholarly writing or publication
6) Teaching evaluations if applicable
We will begin application reviews immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Current University of Arkansas System employees, including student employees and graduate assistants, need to log in to Workday via MyApps.Microsoft.com, then access Find Jobs from the Workday search bar to view and apply for open positions.
Students at all University of Arkansas institutions will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Jobs for Students.”
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville students will view open positions and apply within Workday by searching for “Find Student Jobs at UAF.”
All Job Postings will close at 12:01 a.m. CT on the specified Closing Date (if designated).
If you close the browser or exit your application prior to submitting, the application process will be saved as a draft. You will be able to access and complete the application through “My Draft Applications” located on your Candidate Home page.
Closing Date:
Type of Position:
Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
Work Shift:
Day Shift (United States of America)
Sponsorship Available:
Yes
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas, Fayetteville
Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas is a land grant institution, classified by the Carnegie Foundation among the nation’s top 2 percent of universities with the highest level of research activity. The University of Arkansas works to advance the state and build a better world through education, research, and outreach by providing transformational opportunities and skills, fostering a welcoming climate, and nurturing creativity, discovery, and the spread of new ideas and innovations.
The University of Arkansas campus is located in Fayetteville, a welcoming community ranked as one of the best places to live in the U.S. The growing region surrounding Fayetteville is home to numerous Fortune 500 companies and one of the nation’s strongest economies. Northwest Arkansas is also quickly gaining a national reputation for its focus on the arts and overall quality of life.
As an employer, the University of Arkansas offers a vibrant work environment and a workplace culture that promotes a healthy work-life balance. The benefits package includes university contributions to health, dental, life and disability insurance, tuition waivers for employees and their families, 12 official holidays, immediate leave accrual, and a choice of retirement programs with university contributions ranging from 5 to 10% of employee salary.
Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions, you should review before applying for the opening.
If you have a disability and need assistance with the hiring process, please submit a request via the Disability Accommodations | OEOC | University of Arkansas (uark.edu): Request an Accommodation. Applicants are required to submit a request for each position of which they have applied.
For general application assistance or if you have questions about a job posting, please contact Human Resources at 479.575.5351.
Department:
School of Social Work
Department's Website:
https://socialwork.uark.edu
Summary of Job Duties:
The School of Social Work in the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Arkansas invites applications for 2 tenure-track Assistant Professor positions to start in August 2027. This is a standard nine-month faculty appointment.
These Assistant Professors of Social Work positions are 9-month, tenure-track, full-time faculty positions. The successful candidates will complement existing strengths within the School of Social Work, housed within the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, and demonstrate an aptitude for conducting research leading to publication, engaging in scholarly activities, designing graduate and undergraduate courses, developing and implementing new methods of teaching to reflect changes in the field, providing curriculum material, constructing syllabi, leading classroom instruction, writing and administering exams, mentoring and evaluating students, creating interest and understanding among students, serving on various faculty- and student-oriented committees, providing service on campus and in related professional organizations, and participating in faculty governance in the department and on campus.
This is an in-person position. The School of Social Work offers both face-to-face and online courses, and extensive in-person and online engagement in activities such as office hours, student advising, and departmental, college, and university committee meetings is essential to advancing student success and departmental effectiveness.
Regular, reliable, and non-disruptive attendance is an essential job duty, as is the ability to create and maintain collegial, harmonious working relationships with others.
About the Department:
The School of Social Work at the University of Arkansas, housed within the Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, advances social, economic, and environmental justice through excellence in education, research, and community engagement. As part of Arkansas' land-grant institution, the School prepares ethical, competent, and evidence-informed social work practitioners committed to improving the quality of life for individuals, families, and communities across Arkansas, the Ozark region, nationally, and globally.
The School offers fully accredited Bachelor of Social Work (BSW) and Master of Social Work (MSW) degree programs, delivering rigorous curricula across traditional face-to-face and online learning platforms. Our faculty lead dynamic research programs in areas such as rural health disparities, health equity, child welfare, aging, the criminal justice system, macro policy analysis, and behavioral health. The School emphasizes interdisciplinary collaboration, robust community partnerships, and student-centered mentorship in an academic environment that values research excellence and applied practice.
We are dedicated to fostering a community of competent and ethical social work leader-practitioners. Through student-centered experiential learning, rigorous research, and committed community engagement, we prepare our students to become advocates for social and economic justice and equity. Our program integrates classroom knowledge with real-world application. We aim to empower social workers who will enhance the quality of life for all individuals, families, and communities both within Arkansas and globally, believing that through our efforts, Arkansas can truly be a land of opportunity for all.
Duties will include:
- 40% Teaching or Professional Performance
- 40% Research/Scholarly and/or Creative Activities
- 20% Academic Service Activities
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Social Work or a closely related field from an accredited institution (ABD considered, provided doctorate is completed prior to the start date)
- Eligible for social work licensure in Arkansas
- Demonstrated potential for excellence in university-level teaching
- Demonstrated potential for developing a strong, sustainable research agenda and securing external funding
Preferred Qualifications:
- At least two years of post-MSW practice experience
- Demonstrated track record of community-engaged research or interdisciplinary collaboration
- Record of successful publication and/or external funding in the thematic and/or methodological areas of position focus
Additional Information:
This position is a Designated Research Position and is regulated by the Arkansas Research Education Protection Act of 2025. Prior to issuance of an offer of employment, the University is required to request and obtain additional information about an applicant’s background and, if required, conduct an additional review of that background information.
Salary Information:
Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Required Documents to Apply:
Cover Letter/Letter of Application, Curriculum Vitae
Optional Documents:
Proof of Veteran Status
Recruitment Contact Information:
Dr. Marcia Shobe, mshobe@uark.edu
Dr. LaShawnda Fields, lnfields@uark.edu
All application materials must be uploaded to the University of Arkansas System Career Site https://uasys.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/UASYS
Please do not send to listed recruitment contact.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Completed applications received by October 25 will be assured full consideration. Late applications will be reviewed as necessary to fill the position.
For additional inquiries, please contact the search committee co-chairs, Marcia Shobe and LaShawnda Fields at mshobe@uark.edu or lnfields@uark.edu.
Applicants must submit:
1) A cover letter
2) Narrative detailing teaching philosophy, research agenda, and qualification alignment
3) A curriculum vitae
4) Three (3) Professional Reference Letters (including name, title, institution, email, and phone number). Submit letters to scsw@uark.edu
5) A sample of scholarly writing or publication
6) Teaching evaluations if applicable
We will begin application reviews immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Pre-employment Screening Requirements:
Criminal Background Check, Sex Offender Registry
The University of Arkansas is committed to providing a safe campus community. We conduct background checks for applicants being considered for employment. Background checks include a criminal background check and a sex offender registry check. For certain positions, there may also be a financial (credit) background check, a Motor Vehicle Registry (MVR) check, and/or drug screening. Required checks are identified in the position listing. A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication or adverse financial history information alone shall not disqualify an applicant in the absence of a relationship to the requirements of the position. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.
The University of Arkansas seeks to attract, develop and retain high quality faculty, staff and administrators that consistently display practices and behaviors to advance a culture that embeds equal opportunity, educational excellence and unparalleled access for all.
The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of any category or status protected by law, including age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, sex, sexual preference, or pregnancy. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University’s Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.
Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.
All Application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.
Constant Physical Activity:
N/A
Frequent Physical Activity:
N/A
Occasional Physical Activity:
Manipulate items with fingers, including keyboarding, Repetitive Motion, Talking
Benefits Eligible:
Yes
Social Work Job Roles in North Carolina
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Search Social Work Jobs in North CarolinaSocial Work Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies sponsor visas for social workers in North Carolina?
Large health systems are the most active sponsors, including UNC Health, Duke Health, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist, and WakeMed. County departments of social services and nonprofit behavioral health organizations also hire international social workers, though sponsorship frequency varies by role type and licensure requirements. Clinical positions at hospital systems tend to offer more consistent sponsorship than community-based nonprofit roles.
Which visa types are most common for social work roles in North Carolina?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for licensed clinical social workers and medical social workers, as these roles typically qualify as specialty occupations requiring a master's degree in social work. Some nonprofit and government-affiliated employers may access H-1B cap-exempt sponsorship. The O-1 visa is rarely applicable. Internationally educated social workers should also confirm that their credentials meet North Carolina Social Work Certification and Licensure Board requirements before applying.
Which cities in North Carolina have the most social work sponsorship jobs?
Charlotte, Raleigh, and Durham account for the largest share of social work sponsorship activity, driven by major health systems and university medical centers in those metro areas. Greensboro and Winston-Salem also have meaningful demand through behavioral health networks and hospital employment. Rural counties across the state often have vacancies but are less likely to offer visa sponsorship due to smaller administrative capacity.
How to find social work visa sponsorship jobs in North Carolina?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for international job seekers and filters social work roles in North Carolina by visa sponsorship eligibility, saving you from manually screening hundreds of postings. Because social work sponsorship depends heavily on employer type and licensure requirements, filtering by role and location on Migrate Mate helps you identify health systems and organizations that have an established history of sponsoring international hires in this field.
Are there state-specific requirements that affect visa sponsorship for social workers in North Carolina?
Yes. North Carolina requires licensure through the NC Social Work Certification and Licensure Board, and internationally educated applicants must have their credentials evaluated for equivalency. Employers initiating H-1B sponsorship must also file a Labor Condition Application certifying the offered wage meets Department of Labor prevailing wage standards for the specific role and county. These steps add time to the hiring process, so employers experienced with international hires are generally better positioned to complete sponsorship.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored social work jobs in North Carolina?
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.