Social Work Visa Sponsorship Jobs in Oregon
Oregon's social work sector spans hospital systems like OHSU and Providence Health, county behavioral health agencies, and nonprofit organizations concentrated in Portland, Salem, and Eugene. International social workers with MSW degrees and relevant licensure will find sponsorship opportunities primarily through healthcare networks and community mental health providers that regularly hire foreign nationals.
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Location: Springfield, OR
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Shift Length: 8 Hours
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a Clinical Social Worker Lead for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $48.52 – $72.78. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
Job Summary
Responsible for coordinating the day-to-day functions for assigned area. Assists with ensuring that departmental goals are achieved, timelines met and service excellence provided in all aspects of work. Subject matter expert. The Clinical Social Worker coordinates the development and implementation of a patient care/treatment plan through use of diagnosis and clinical assessment of psychiatric, chemical dependency and psychosocial needs as they relate to medical and behavioral care needs. Provides disposition and discharge planning, risk assessment, case management, and coordination of services to provide continuity of care.
Essential Functions
- Assigns work; plans and manages priorities; provides technical assistance; oversees staff schedules; monitors quality of work; monitors team projects; mentors staff; provides constructive feedback; oversees staff training; ensures quality improvement; provides leadership feedback on staff performance; and assists with goal setting for team.
- The Clinical Social Worker completes appropriate intake documentation, provides ongoing assessment, develops treatment plan in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary treatment team. The Clinical Social Worker also manages multiple complicated cases, maintains current knowledge of ever-changing community resources, monitors patient needs and progress, and develops aftercare plans. Maintains documentation on patient throughout hospitalization.
- Provides brief therapeutic interventions with patients and/or families, as well as community staffings, in coordination with the physician and treatment team. Works as an integral member of the treatment team in the provision of treatment and aftercare planning.
- Ensures compliance with privacy and confidentiality laws. Interfaces regularly with legal entities to address treatment needs.
- Assists with monitoring and evaluation of services provided for department quality improvement plan.
- Maintains current understanding of issues related to culture, ethnicity, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, religion and utilizes appropriate communication skills.
- Provides information, education and direction in response to community requests.
- Regularly accesses pharmaceutical and community resources to provide patients with needed psychiatric medications.
- Provides instruction, training and supervision for graduate level social work students. Also provides clinical supervision toward licensure for CSWA’s. Must maintain current licensure through continuing education. Must uphold all ethics, rules and regulations required by the Clinical Board.
- Provides provisional diagnoses, assesses and addresses both mental health and chemical dependency conditions. Performs risk assessments for suicidality, homicidality and grave disability.
- Screen and identify patients who need care management per high-risk criteria.
- Assess, develop, implement and monitor a comprehensive discharge plan of care through an interdisciplinary team process in conjunction with the patient and family. Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to identify problems or needs that require special planning, intervention, teaching or follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Master's Degree Required: Social Work from an accredited graduate school of social work
Experience
- 2 years Required: clinical experience with designated population and hospital, emergency room, chemical dependency, or community agency experience and
- Required: Previous leadership experience
Credentials
- Required: Clinical Social Worker Required Credentials LCSW (OR)
Skills
- Ability to complete PROACT (crisis management) training provided by hospital (Required)
- Familiarity with medical terminology and conditions as these impact discharge needs (Required)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Required)
- Must possess superior ability to work collaboratively within a team (Required)
- Must possess excellent organizational skills (Required)
- Ability to document on electronic record (Required)
- Knowledge of community resources, knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and insurance requirements as these relate to continuing care (Preferred)
Working Conditions
Lifting
- Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
- Bend/ twist/ reach/ push/ pull occasionally.
- Lift/Carry: Occasionally up to 5 lbs.
Environmental Conditions
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment.
Mental/Visual
- Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
Job ID: 127855
Location: Springfield, OR
Work Type: Full Time
Shift: Day
Shift Length: 8 Hours
FTE: 1.00
Benefit Eligibility: Full-time benefits
Description
PeaceHealth is seeking a Clinical Social Worker Lead for a Full Time, 1.00 FTE, Day position. The salary range for this job opening at PeaceHealth is $48.52 – $72.78. The hiring rate is dependent upon several factors, including but not limited to education, training, work experience, terms of any applicable collective bargaining agreement, seniority, etc.
Job Summary
Responsible for coordinating the day-to-day functions for assigned area. Assists with ensuring that departmental goals are achieved, timelines met and service excellence provided in all aspects of work. Subject matter expert. The Clinical Social Worker coordinates the development and implementation of a patient care/treatment plan through use of diagnosis and clinical assessment of psychiatric, chemical dependency and psychosocial needs as they relate to medical and behavioral care needs. Provides disposition and discharge planning, risk assessment, case management, and coordination of services to provide continuity of care.
Essential Functions
- Assigns work; plans and manages priorities; provides technical assistance; oversees staff schedules; monitors quality of work; monitors team projects; mentors staff; provides constructive feedback; oversees staff training; ensures quality improvement; provides leadership feedback on staff performance; and assists with goal setting for team.
- The Clinical Social Worker completes appropriate intake documentation, provides ongoing assessment, develops treatment plan in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary treatment team. The Clinical Social Worker also manages multiple complicated cases, maintains current knowledge of ever-changing community resources, monitors patient needs and progress, and develops aftercare plans. Maintains documentation on patient throughout hospitalization.
- Provides brief therapeutic interventions with patients and/or families, as well as community staffings, in coordination with the physician and treatment team. Works as an integral member of the treatment team in the provision of treatment and aftercare planning.
- Ensures compliance with privacy and confidentiality laws. Interfaces regularly with legal entities to address treatment needs.
- Assists with monitoring and evaluation of services provided for department quality improvement plan.
- Maintains current understanding of issues related to culture, ethnicity, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, religion and utilizes appropriate communication skills.
- Provides information, education and direction in response to community requests.
- Regularly accesses pharmaceutical and community resources to provide patients with needed psychiatric medications.
- Provides instruction, training and supervision for graduate level social work students. Also provides clinical supervision toward licensure for CSWA’s. Must maintain current licensure through continuing education. Must uphold all ethics, rules and regulations required by the Clinical Board.
- Provides provisional diagnoses, assesses and addresses both mental health and chemical dependency conditions. Performs risk assessments for suicidality, homicidality and grave disability.
- Screen and identify patients who need care management per high-risk criteria.
- Assess, develop, implement and monitor a comprehensive discharge plan of care through an interdisciplinary team process in conjunction with the patient and family. Collaborate with the multi-disciplinary team to identify problems or needs that require special planning, intervention, teaching or follow-up.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Master's Degree Required: Social Work from an accredited graduate school of social work
Experience
- 2 years Required: clinical experience with designated population and hospital, emergency room, chemical dependency, or community agency experience and
- Required: Previous leadership experience
Credentials
- Required: Clinical Social Worker Required Credentials LCSW (OR)
Skills
- Ability to complete PROACT (crisis management) training provided by hospital (Required)
- Familiarity with medical terminology and conditions as these impact discharge needs (Required)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (Required)
- Must possess superior ability to work collaboratively within a team (Required)
- Must possess excellent organizational skills (Required)
- Ability to document on electronic record (Required)
- Knowledge of community resources, knowledge of Medicare, Medicaid and insurance requirements as these relate to continuing care (Preferred)
Working Conditions
Lifting
- Ability to move around area with occasional sitting.
- Bend/ twist/ reach/ push/ pull occasionally.
- Lift/Carry: Occasionally up to 5 lbs.
Environmental Conditions
- Exposure to biohazard, body fluids and airborne particles.
- Time spent on site in medical/hospital setting or in office environment.
Mental/Visual
- Vision and hearing required within normal limits (glasses, contacts, hearing aids permitted).
- Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
PeaceHealth is committed to the overall wellbeing of our caregivers: physical, emotional, financial, social, and spiritual. We offer caregivers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. Some of the many benefits included in this package are full medical/dental/vision coverage; 403b retirement plan employer base and matching contributions; paid time off; employer-paid life and disability insurance with additional buyup coverage options; tuition and continuing education reimbursement; wellness benefits, and expanded EAP and mental health program.
See how PeaceHealth is committed to Inclusivity, Respect for Diversity and Cultural Humility.
For full consideration of your skills and abilities, please attach a current resume with your application.
EEO Affirmative Action Employer/Vets/Disabled in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws.
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Which companies sponsor visas for social workers in Oregon?
Oregon Health and Science University (OHSU), Providence Health and Services, Legacy Health, and PeaceHealth are among the larger healthcare employers in Oregon that have sponsored visas for clinical social workers. County behavioral health departments, including Multnomah County SUN Service System and Clackamas County Behavioral Health, also hire international candidates, though sponsorship decisions vary by role, funding source, and staffing need.
Which visa types are most common for social work roles in Oregon?
The H-1B is the most common visa for licensed clinical social workers and medical social workers in Oregon, as these roles typically require a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree and meet the specialty occupation standard. Some positions at nonprofit or government-affiliated agencies may qualify for the EB-3 green card pathway. J-1 exchange visitor visas are also used for social work trainees or researchers placed through accredited programs.
Which cities in Oregon have the most social work sponsorship jobs?
Portland has the highest concentration of social work sponsorship opportunities in Oregon, driven by its major hospital systems, county health agencies, and a dense nonprofit sector. Salem, as the state capital, has openings through Oregon state agencies and mid-Willamette Valley health providers. Eugene, home to the University of Oregon, supports demand through academic medical and community mental health settings. Bend is a smaller but growing market tied to St. Charles Health System.
How to find social work visa sponsorship jobs in Oregon?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find social work visa sponsorship jobs in Oregon, as the platform filters specifically for roles where employers have indicated willingness to sponsor. Search using social work as your role and Oregon as your location to surface relevant openings at health systems, county agencies, and nonprofits. Filtering by visa type helps narrow results to positions compatible with H-1B or other nonimmigrant categories.
Are there state-specific considerations for international social workers seeking licensure and sponsorship in Oregon?
Oregon requires Licensed Clinical Social Workers (LCSWs) to hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and complete supervised post-graduate hours before full licensure, which can affect visa timing. International candidates should confirm with the Oregon Board of Licensed Social Workers whether their foreign degree meets equivalency standards before beginning a job search. Some employers sponsor candidates before full licensure but require completion within a defined period, so clarifying this expectation during hiring is important.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored social work jobs in Oregon?
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.
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