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Hospital social workers help patients and families navigate healthcare challenges, coordinate discharge planning, and connect patients with community resources. Most positions require H-1B sponsorship since they need specialized knowledge in medical social work, healthcare systems, and clinical assessment, meeting the specialty occupation standard. For detailed occupation requirements, see the O*NET profile.
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Get Access To All JobsYou Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
FTE: 0.9
Shift: Day
Schedule: Day
Looking for a position that allows you to utilize your behavioral health assessment and crisis intervention skills? We are growing our team because of the need for more social workers in our Off-Campus Emergency Departments. As an ED social worker at MultiCare, the priority work includes comprehensive mental health evaluations, SBIRTs, collaborating with DCRs and psychiatric facilities, addressing abuse, neglect concerns, and providing resources and referrals to a wide range of services. We need social workers who are comfortable with traumatic patient situations, providing emotional support to patients and families, have a background in mental health and crisis interventions. If you have a passion for behavioral health care across the lifespan and have the skills to problem solve complicated discharge situations, please apply. You would be working on a multidisciplinary team in an emergency department setting with most shifts being 12 hours. For LSWAIC social workers, we offer weekly clinical supervision to support achievement of LICSW. We have a 3-step career ladder that social workers can advance at their own pace. New full-time hires may be offered a $10,000 sign on bonus with a 2 year commitment.
Position Summary
The Hospital Social Worker is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for cross continuum care coordination, psychosocial assessments, and psychosocial interventions. In this role you will identify opportunities to continually improve patient care, services and population health.
Responsibilities
- You will perform cross continuum care activities, which may include clinic, provider practice, urgent care, phone care agency, skilled care, or other sites of care, as appropriate
- You will provide customer service to the patient, family, physician/APP, and care team members to include discharge milestones and progression to next level of care
- You will model and orchestrate consistent, professional communications and maintain consistent and proactive communication patterns with colleagues and staff
- You will delegate responsibilities appropriately but remain accountable for outcomes
- You will ensure that the patient and family experiences medically appropriate transitions of care
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work
- Licensed in the state of Washington
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW); OR Social Worker Associate Independent Clinical (LSWAIC) with a commitment to obtain their LICSW within four (4) years
- Minimum three (3) years Hospital or equivalent experience
- Health industry knowledge preferred
- Healthcare financial assistance knowledge preferred
- Leadership experience a plus
Why MultiCare?
- Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
- Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
- Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
- Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
- Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $39.46 - $56.78 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
You Belong Here. At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.
FTE: 0.9
Shift: Day
Schedule: Day
Looking for a position that allows you to utilize your behavioral health assessment and crisis intervention skills? We are growing our team because of the need for more social workers in our Off-Campus Emergency Departments. As an ED social worker at MultiCare, the priority work includes comprehensive mental health evaluations, SBIRTs, collaborating with DCRs and psychiatric facilities, addressing abuse, neglect concerns, and providing resources and referrals to a wide range of services. We need social workers who are comfortable with traumatic patient situations, providing emotional support to patients and families, have a background in mental health and crisis interventions. If you have a passion for behavioral health care across the lifespan and have the skills to problem solve complicated discharge situations, please apply. You would be working on a multidisciplinary team in an emergency department setting with most shifts being 12 hours. For LSWAIC social workers, we offer weekly clinical supervision to support achievement of LICSW. We have a 3-step career ladder that social workers can advance at their own pace. New full-time hires may be offered a $10,000 sign on bonus with a 2 year commitment.
Position Summary
The Hospital Social Worker is an exciting opportunity at MultiCare, responsible for cross continuum care coordination, psychosocial assessments, and psychosocial interventions. In this role you will identify opportunities to continually improve patient care, services and population health.
Responsibilities
- You will perform cross continuum care activities, which may include clinic, provider practice, urgent care, phone care agency, skilled care, or other sites of care, as appropriate
- You will provide customer service to the patient, family, physician/APP, and care team members to include discharge milestones and progression to next level of care
- You will model and orchestrate consistent, professional communications and maintain consistent and proactive communication patterns with colleagues and staff
- You will delegate responsibilities appropriately but remain accountable for outcomes
- You will ensure that the patient and family experiences medically appropriate transitions of care
Requirements
- Master’s degree in Social Work
- Licensed in the state of Washington
- Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW); OR Social Worker Associate Independent Clinical (LSWAIC) with a commitment to obtain their LICSW within four (4) years
- Minimum three (3) years Hospital or equivalent experience
- Health industry knowledge preferred
- Healthcare financial assistance knowledge preferred
- Leadership experience a plus
Why MultiCare?
- Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years
- Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future
- Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life
- Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other
- Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued
- Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life
Pay and Benefit Expectations
We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $39.46 - $56.78 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align. Associated benefit information can be viewed here.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship in Hospital Social Worker
Target large hospital systems and medical centers
Major healthcare networks like Kaiser Permanente, Cleveland Clinic, and Mayo Clinic have established visa sponsorship programs and regularly file H-1B petitions for social workers.
Emphasize your clinical specialization
Hospital social work requires specialized knowledge of medical conditions, discharge planning, and healthcare regulations that distinguishes it from general social work practice.
Get your MSW from an accredited program
A Master of Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program is typically required for hospital positions and strengthens the specialty occupation argument for H-1B applications.
Consider starting in outpatient or community health
These roles often have lower barriers to entry and can provide healthcare experience that makes you more competitive for hospital positions later.
Highlight any medical or healthcare coursework
Courses in medical social work, healthcare policy, or clinical assessment demonstrate the specialized knowledge needed to justify H-1B sponsorship for hospital roles.
Look for positions in underserved areas
Hospitals in rural areas or communities with social worker shortages may be more willing to sponsor visas due to recruitment challenges.
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Do hospital social workers qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes, hospital social workers typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship because the role requires specialized knowledge of medical social work, healthcare systems, discharge planning, and clinical assessment. The position usually requires an MSW degree and involves complex case management that meets the specialty occupation standard.
What degree do I need for H-1B sponsorship as a hospital social worker?
You typically need a Master of Social Work (MSW) from a CSWE-accredited program. Some positions may accept a bachelor's in social work with significant healthcare experience, but the MSW provides the strongest foundation for both the role and H-1B petition approval.
Which hospitals are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas?
Large hospital systems and academic medical centers are most likely to sponsor, including Kaiser Permanente, Cleveland Clinic, Mayo Clinic, Johns Hopkins, and major university hospitals. These organizations have established immigration programs and regularly file H-1B petitions for healthcare professionals including social workers.
Can I get sponsored without U.S. social work experience?
Yes, but it's challenging. International social work experience can qualify if you can demonstrate equivalent training and knowledge of healthcare systems. Having clinical experience, medical social work training, or healthcare-related coursework strengthens your candidacy significantly.
Do I need state licensure before getting sponsored?
Not necessarily. Many hospitals will sponsor H-1B candidates who are license-eligible and commit to obtaining state licensure after starting work. However, having licensure or being immediately eligible (through education and supervision requirements) makes you more competitive.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Hospital Social Worker jobs?
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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