Social Workers, All Other
Social workers in this category provide support and advocacy services that don't fit into other specialized social work roles. They may work in schools, hospitals, community agencies, or government offices, helping clients access resources, navigate systems, and address personal or social challenges.
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A day in the work
A typical week involves meeting with clients to assess needs, connecting them with benefits or services, documenting case notes, and coordinating with other agencies. Social workers might attend team meetings, make referrals for housing or mental health services, follow up on client progress, and handle administrative paperwork. The specific tasks vary based on the agency's focus and the population served.
Who this work suits
You're drawn to helping people solve practical problems and navigate complex systems. You work well with diverse groups, handle sensitive situations calmly, and stay organized managing multiple cases and deadlines.
What it takes
Who is hiring
Openings right now
- Social Worker (Inpatient Acute Medicine) · Veterans Health Administration · Nashville, Tennessee · $87822–$114163
- Senior Social Worker-Home Based Primary Care · Veterans Health Administration · Grand Junction, Colorado · $99119–$128857
- Social Worker (Program Coordinator) - PRRC · Veterans Health Administration · San Diego, California · $136388–$177306
- Social Worker- HUDVASH · Veterans Health Administration · New York, New York · $72737–$114413
- Social Worker (Suicide Prevention Coordinator) · Veterans Health Administration · White River Junction, Vermont · $101375–$131790
- Social Worker (Program Coordinator)- Care Coordination and Integrated Case Management · Veterans Health Administration · Miami, Florida · $109327–$142128
- Senior Social Worker · Veterans Health Administration · Klamath Falls, Oregon · $104372–$135686
- Senior Social Worker · Veterans Health Administration · Cumberland, Maryland · $106368–$138281
Openings are read from employers’ own career pages and public job boards and change daily. Search all openings (free account) to filter by distance, pay and how well you qualify.
Pay by state
| State | 25th pct | Median | 75th pct | Employed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nevada | $106,330 | $121,830 | $136,160 | 370 |
| Hawaii | $101,750 | $116,130 | $130,020 | 200 |
| Rhode Island | $97,300 | $111,590 | $120,060 | 90 |
| New Hampshire | $69,200 | $103,710 | $113,760 | 100 |
| Washington | $80,270 | $102,520 | $117,690 | 790 |
| Oklahoma | $88,610 | $101,860 | $112,510 | 320 |
| Massachusetts | $88,650 | $101,280 | $116,190 | 540 |
| Missouri | $74,270 | $98,740 | $110,010 | 590 |
| District of Columbia | $92,390 | $96,380 | $120,790 | 350 |
| South Carolina | $85,010 | $96,350 | $110,510 | 440 |
| Alabama | $82,450 | $94,270 | $105,370 | 400 |
| South Dakota | $80,830 | $93,760 | $100,880 | 130 |
All 50 states, D.C. and Puerto Rico
Certifications people in this field hold
- Bachelors Social Work Licensing Examination — Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
- Clinical Social Work Licensing Examination — Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
- Associate Social Work Licensing Examination — Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
- Masters Social Work Licensing Examination — Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
- Advanced Generalist Social Work Licensing Examination — Association of Social Work Boards (ASWB)
- Oncology Social Work Certification (OSW-C) — Board of Oncology Social Work Certification
Training
Aptly members see WIOA-approved programs, colleges and certificates near them, with completion and earnings data, on every Path plan.
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