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How much do community support social worker jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for community support social worker in the United States is $76,266.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $59,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a community support social worker do?

A Community Support Social Worker helps individuals and families access resources, navigate social services, and improve their overall well-being within their communities. Their work often involves assessing client needs, developing care plans, advocating for clients, and connecting them to services such as housing, healthcare, and employment support. They may also provide counseling, crisis intervention, and support for vulnerable populations, including the elderly, people with disabilities, and those facing homelessness or addiction. By collaborating with community organizations and service providers, they aim to empower clients and promote social inclusion.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a community support social worker, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Community Support Social Worker, you need a degree in social work (BSW or MSW), state licensure, and a solid understanding of case management and community resources. Familiarity with client management systems, documentation software, and crisis intervention protocols is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competence, and problem-solving abilities help build trust and effectively support diverse clients. These competencies ensure that social workers can provide tailored assistance, advocate effectively, and improve client outcomes within communities.

What are some common challenges faced by community support social workers, and how can they be managed effectively?

Community Support Social Workers often encounter challenges such as high caseloads, emotional stress from supporting clients with complex needs, and navigating limited community resources. Effective time management, regular self-care, and utilizing supervision or peer support can help manage these demands. Building strong relationships with local organizations and staying informed about available resources also empowers social workers to better assist clients and reduce personal stress.

What is the difference between Community Support Social Worker vs Case Manager?

AspectCommunity Support Social WorkerCase Manager
CredentialsRequires a Bachelor's or Master's in Social Work (BSW or MSW)Often requires a Bachelor's degree; certifications vary
Work EnvironmentCommunity agencies, healthcare settings, schoolsHealthcare facilities, social service agencies, community programs
Employer & IndustryNonprofits, government agencies, healthcare providersHealthcare organizations, social service agencies, insurance companies
Primary FocusProviding emotional support, advocacy, connecting clients to resourcesCoordinating services, managing client cases, ensuring service delivery

While both roles involve supporting clients and connecting them to resources, Community Support Social Workers focus more on emotional support and advocacy, whereas Case Managers primarily coordinate and manage client services. Both roles often work in similar environments and require related credentials, but their core responsibilities differ slightly.

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Infographic showing various Community Support Social Worker job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 96% Full Time, and 4% Part Time. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,266 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Community Support Worker

Albuquerque, NM

Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless
Health Care and Social Assistance • 51 - 200 employees
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Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Job description

Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless

Since 1985, Albuquerque Health Care for the Homeless has dedicated its mission exclusively to providing services to people experiencing homelessness. AHCH provides a distinctive continuum of integrated care through outreach and site-based services to address the health-related causes and consequences of homelessness. Our vision is to live in a world that is just and without homelessness. We believe that homelessness is an issue that can be solved through access to quality health care, adequate and affordable housing, and a living wage.

Our ideal candidate is someone with strong critical thinking skills, a client-centered mindset, and the ability to work well with diverse populations. The candidate must be comfortable with traveling to clients in various parts of the city and transporting clients in our company vehicles.

AHCH practices a harm reduction approach in all services and we seek candidates that embrace and uphold this philosophy and provide services within a trauma informed framework. We are a housing first, treat first organization that strives to remove as many barriers to health care and housing as possible.

CSW caseloads can vary from 20-30 depending on client acuity and it is expected that the CSW will have a minimum of 60 encounters per month. Additionally, documentation of encounters must be completed within 72 hours of the visit date.

This is a full-time, non-exempt position.

Duties and Responsibilities:

  • Assess individual needs of clients
  • Create individualized service plans with direct input from client in accordance with CCSS requirements
  • Work in an integrated manner with other AHCH programs to optimize client care
  • Refer client to appropriate programs and agencies for coordination of wrap-around services in the community
  • Participate in client chart audits for peer review
  • Provide direct service to clients with 60% of contacts conducted in home visits/community visits
  • Perform duties in a trauma informed and client centered manner
  • Ensure accurate and appropriate documentation of all client contacts in Electronic Health Record (EHR) within timeframe required by AHCH procedure and billing standards
  • Attend program-specific meetings and trainings including clinical supervision with Behavioral Health Clinical Director
  • Attend organizational meetings and trainings

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Ability to work in a client centered, trauma informed, and harm reduction manner to assist clients in meeting the goals that they develop
  • NM driver's license (or the ability to obtain an NM driver's license within 30 days of start date) and clean driving record
  • A bachelor's degree in a human service field from an accredited university and one year relevant experience with the target population

OR

  • An associate's degree and a minimum of two years of experience working with the target population

OR

  • A high school graduation or general educational development (GED) test and a minimum of three years of experience working with the target population

Preferred Qualifications:

  • CCSS certification
  • Experience in trauma-informed care and harm reduction models
  • Bilingual or Spanish speaking

All benefits start the month after you begin work:

  • Low cost medical, vision, and dental insurance with health club membership
  • Life insurance and Accidental Death and Dismemberment fully paid for by organization
  • Long Term Disability fully paid for by organization
  • Paid Time Off - 24 days in first year of employment
  • Catastrophic Sick Time accrual
  • 7 Paid holidays
  • Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
  • 401k with employer match
  • Student loan forgiveness eligible

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

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