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Social Work Therapist

Queens, NY · Hybrid

$40 - $43/hr

Bilingual Therapist - LCSW Behavioral Health Department The Therapist is responsible for providing ... Adheres to social work standards and ethical principles, agency policies and procedures.

Job Overview The PACE Social Work Supervisor position is responsible for the administrative ... Bilingual Spanish/English, Chinese/English, or another second language is strongly preferred. * A ...

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How much do bilingual social work jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for bilingual social work in the United States is $59,075.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $48,000.00 and $67,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a bilingual social worker?

A bilingual social worker is a licensed professional who provides social services and support to clients in more than one language, often serving individuals and families with limited English proficiency. Their ability to communicate in multiple languages helps break down language barriers, ensuring clients fully understand their rights, resources, and options. Bilingual social workers often work in diverse communities, schools, hospitals, or social service agencies, providing culturally sensitive care and advocacy. They play a vital role in promoting equity and access to essential services for non-English-speaking populations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a bilingual social worker?

To thrive as a Bilingual Social Worker, you need a social work degree (BSW or MSW), relevant licensure, and fluency in at least two languages. Familiarity with case management software, community resource databases, and culturally competent assessment tools is typical. Strong interpersonal communication, cultural sensitivity, and active listening are critical soft skills for building trust and advocating effectively for diverse clients. These abilities are essential for bridging linguistic and cultural gaps, ensuring equitable access to social services, and delivering impactful support in multicultural communities.

What are some common challenges faced by bilingual social workers and how can they navigate them effectively?

Bilingual social workers often encounter challenges such as balancing cultural sensitivity with organizational guidelines, bridging communication gaps between clients and service providers, and managing higher caseloads due to their specialized language skills. Navigating these challenges involves ongoing cultural competence training, leveraging support from multilingual colleagues, and advocating for adequate resources within their team. Building strong relationships with community organizations and continuously updating their language proficiency can also help bilingual social workers provide effective support to diverse populations.

What is the difference between Bilingual Social Work vs Bilingual Case Manager?

AspectBilingual Social WorkBilingual Case Manager
Required CredentialsSocial work degree, LCSW or equivalent, bilingual certificationRelevant degree or certification, bilingual skills often preferred
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, community agencies, schoolsCommunity organizations, healthcare facilities, social service agencies
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare, social services, government programsSocial service agencies, healthcare providers, non-profits
Common Search & ComparisonYesYes

Both roles require bilingual skills and work within social services, but Bilingual Social Workers typically hold advanced degrees and clinical licenses, focusing on therapy and assessments. Bilingual Case Managers often coordinate services and support clients through case planning. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find the right role based on credentials and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Bilingual Social Work job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 17% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $59,075 per year, or $28.4 per hour.

$75K - $85K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Job description

Social Work Fellows at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School serve as the facilitators of mental health services for TEP students and families, design and implement (proactive and preventative) programs that promote social and emotional health, and respond to day-to-day student issues and unanticipated crises. Each Social Work Fellow at The Equity Project (TEP) Charter School focuses their efforts on the students, families, and teachers of one specific cohort, while refining their skills and prioritizing their own professional growth. 

In this role, you will serve as the Social Work Fellow for one TEP cohort (Kindergarten through 8th Grade), then will move up with this cohort of students throughout their time at TEP until they graduate! This is an amazing opportunity for an experienced and creative clinician who thrives in an autonomous environment, is passionate about child and family work, and is seeking to form long-lasting relationships with students and families as they navigate the road from Kindergarten through adolescence.

Looking to have a significant impact while developing into an expert Clinical Social Worker within a community of master clinicians?  This is the role for you.
Responsibilities

Mental Health and Clinical Counseling Services

  • Provide regular counseling to students and families in need of social and emotional support; this includes both mandated counseling to students with IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) as well as individual and group counseling to other students in need
  • Coordinate the delivery of mental health and family services at community-based organizations for students and families requiring outside services
  • Lead mediations as necessary using relational-based models, in alignment with TEP's commitment to Restorative Justice Practices
  • Respond to day-to-day challenges and unanticipated student crises at TEP during the course of a school day
  • Design and implement creative clinical interventions for students with repeated instances of similar challenges

Mental Health Programming

  • Develop and lead programs for students and families to promote emotional, mental, and psycho-social health
  • Create mental and emotional health programs for staff

Requirements

About You

  • Complete fluency in Spanish required
  • Deeply aligned to TEP's mission of providing a world-class mental health services and interventions to historically under-resourced student communities
  • Master's degree in Social Work preferred, those with degrees in School Counseling or School Psychology will be considered
  • Experience as a Social Worker/Therapist/School Psychologist/School Counselor
  • Minimum of 2 years clinical experience working with children and families (or related experience)
  • Working knowledge of the instructional and social needs of students at risk and students with disabilities
  • Ability to design and implement in-school prevention programming according to current best practices
  • Ability to simultaneously manage a regular counseling schedule and triage crisis, while prioritizing multiple competing urgent tasks

Benefits

Why TEP

  • The opportunity to join an experienced, diverse, and mission-driven team that is passionate about educational equity
  • Compensation: Competitive annual salary between $75K and $85K
  • Time Off: Approximately 10 weeks of vacation per year (all school vacations)
  • Employee Wellness: We value your well-being through our Staff Food Program, Staff Retreats, and Wellness Programming
  • Healthcare: World-class medical, dental, vision, STD, LTD, and Life Insurance policies
  • Family Focus: Parental leave and dependent care account so you can care for your loved ones
  • 403b Retirement Plan: We care about your ability to save for your future
  • Learning & Development: A culture that encourages and promotes professional growth and development, including internal PD and tuition/continuous learning reimbursements