How much does an Entry Level Social Worker make in the United States? The average Entry Level Social Worker salary in the United States is $68,477 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $61,360 and $76,362. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Entry Level Social Worker Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $54,880 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $61,360 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $68,477 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $76,362 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Entry Level Social Worker Salary $83,541 US March 26, 2024
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Entry Level Social Worker

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Specialist Office - Annandale , VA
Job Description Job Description Social Worker - Clinic Case Manager Annandale, VA MUST: Experienced Clinic Case Manager 2+ years of experience as a Clinic Case Manger 2+ years of post-master's experience 2+ years of experience working in a community health or social services setting Experience working with vulnerable and at-risk populations required Outreach experience and knowledge of community resources a plus Must be a skillful interviewer, able to ask questions and effectively use interview skills to elicit needed information from clients. Must be a skillful listener, able to understand the meaning of client's statements. Must be a skillful observer, able to record the client's behavior and needs. Must be a skillful negotiator, able to reach definitive agreements with clients and service providers. Must be able to work well with interdisciplinary teams. Proficient in most products of Office 365 (Word, Excel, Power Point and Teams) Ability to prioritize and problem solve to maintain
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Job Description Job Description SOCIAL WORKER 15-20% Job Role Work in this class involves providing professional social work services to clients in a variety of settings including local. human service agencies, correctional facilities, teaching hospitals, medical schools, psychiatric hospitals and mental retardation centers. Work involves evaluating the client's situation and his/her ability to deal with it, developing a social history, psycho-social assessment, service plan and/or treatment plan and follow-up. Services may include placement in a residential facility; basic counseling, support, and reinforcement in areas such as death and dying, employment, vocational, medical, health, or behavioral issues. Employees address such problems as adjustment to illness or disability, placement into an institution, rest home or nursing facility; financial concerns; socialization issues of the socially handicapped or those debilitated by age or illness. They may provide information to and conf
- 2 days ago
Oxnard Family Circle ADHC - Oxnard , CA
Job Description Job Description Oxnard Family Circle Adult Day Healthcare Center specializes in daytime care for adults, seniors, veterans, and memory care. If you are passionate about working with seniors and disabled adults, helping them to overcome a loss of self-worth, enhance their quality of life and preserve their dignity and self-esteem, we want to talk to you! The position will allow you to work with the best in your field, as well as other healthcare professionals who have worked in our industry for many years, by providing case management, counseling, and groups for seniors, veterans, and disabled adults. Supervision hours to obtain a clinical license are available. The position could be offered to a candidate who possesses one of the following: MSW, MFT, LCSW, Master Degree in Sociology, Counseling or Psychology, BSW, Bachelor Degree in Sociology, Counseling or Psychology Full Time or Part Time Position Spanish speaking is a plus. Benefits include: Vacation, Sick leave, Hea
- 2 days ago
Medical Adult Day Care - Bergen County , NJ
Job Description Job Description Medical Adult Day Center, conveniently located in the heart of Bergen County, NJ, has an opening for a full time social worker. Our Center serves a culturally diverse population of older adults. The social worker assists with obtaining concrete services (food stamps, housing assistance, etc.) and completes documentation such as assessments, care plans, and trigger notes. Acts as part of a multidisciplinary team. Applicant must be licensed or certified by the State of NJ. Bilingual a plus, must be vaccinated. Recent graduates welcome to apply as long as they are licensed or certified. Company Description Our Medical Adult Day Care provides a warm and home like setting for older adults who need monitoring of their health conditions. Participants in our program come from culturally diverse communities and spend the day visiting with their peers, attending activities geared toward their individual interests and abilities, and receiving follow up attention fo
- 2 days ago
Centrica Care Navigators - Kalamazoo , MI
Job Description Job Description QUALIFICATIONS & EXPIERENCE Graduate of a master’s program in social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Maintains license/registration as a Master Social Worker (LMSW) or Limited Licensed Master Social Worker (LLMSW) from the State of Michigan. Prefer two (2) years’ experience. A minimum of one (1) years’ experience in health care, Hospice experience is preferred. Experience with issues concerning the terminally ill and death/dying. Presents a negative TB skin test and/or chest X-ray and other tests as required by Centrica Care Navigators. Maintains a valid Michigan driver’s license and has the availability of a reliable, licensed and insured vehicle for use on the job, vehicle must be insured in accordance with the State of Michigan. Remains up to date on all routine immunizations required by LARA and agency policy. SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES The Social Worker is responsible for the implementation of social work services for t
- 2 days ago
Premier Health Partners - Dayton , OH
Medical Social Worker $5,000 / $10,000 Sign-Up Bonus The medical social worker provides direct social work intervention, transition planning and counseling to patients and their families. The medical social worker assesses the patients social, emotional, financial, cultural and family situation and interprets this information to the physician, nursing staff and other care team members to facilitate appropriate transition planning. The medical social worker assists patients and families in making appropriate linkages to community resources and provided consultation to those seeking input and guidance in efforts to resolve patient concerns. Transition planning and social work services are provided to inpatient and outpatient populations of the hospital. Education: Masters Degree in Social Work from a college or university accredited by the CSWE (Council on Social Work Education) required Licensure: Licensure with the State of Ohio Counselor, Social Work and Marriage and Family Therapist
- 2 days ago

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