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Social Worker MSW

Aurora, CO · On-site

$26.65 - $41.10/hr

Masters Degree * 1 years experience Required Years of Experience or MSW internship required ... Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability ...

Master Degree in Social Work required. * 1+ years experience or MSW Internship required. * Licensed ... Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability ...

Masters Degree * 1+ years experience of MSW internship Benefits Mission Hospital, offers a total ... Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability ...

Masters Degree * 1+ years experience of MSW internship Benefits Mission Hospital, offers a total ... Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability ...

Clinical Intern

Roxbury, MA · On-site

$16.25 - $21.75/hr

Clinical Intern -- Graduate Field Placement Roxbury, MA | Paid Internship | MSW · CMHC · MFT Programs About The Osiris Group The Osiris Group and the Osiris Family Institute exist to strengthen the ...

Current enrollment in a Master of Social Work (MSW) program from an accredited institution ... Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and ...

Current enrollment in a Master of Social Work (MSW) program from an accredited institution ... Benefits We offer a comprehensive package of pay, benefits, paid time off, retirement and ...

Social Worker, MSW

Pomona, CA · On-site

$71K - $89K/yr

Field work/internship may substitute 1 year of experience. * Bilingual Spanish/English, Chinese ... Paid Time Off & Holidays * Paid CME Days * Malpractice insurance and tail coverage * Tuition ...

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How much do msw paid internship jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for msw paid internship in the United States is $16.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $18.51 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an MSW paid internship?

An MSW paid internship is a supervised work experience for students pursuing a Master of Social Work (MSW) degree, where interns receive financial compensation. These internships provide hands-on training in social work settings such as hospitals, schools, or community organizations. The goal is to help students apply classroom knowledge to real-world situations, develop professional skills, and meet degree requirements. Paid MSW internships are competitive and may vary in pay, hours, and responsibilities depending on the employer and location.

What types of projects or client populations can I expect to work with during an MSW paid internship?

During an MSW paid internship, you can expect to work on a variety of projects ranging from case management and client advocacy to group facilitation and community outreach. The populations you may serve often include children and families, the elderly, individuals experiencing homelessness, or those affected by mental health and substance use issues. The specific focus depends on the agency or organization, but most internships are designed to give you hands-on experience with diverse client groups and real-world social work challenges. This exposure not only builds your practical skills but also helps clarify your interests for future specialization.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an MSW paid intern, and why are they important?

To thrive as an MSW Paid Intern, you need foundational knowledge of social work principles, active enrollment in or completion of a Master of Social Work (MSW) program, and relevant coursework in areas like assessment and intervention. Familiarity with case management software, documentation practices, and possibly specific certifications such as child welfare or trauma-informed care are beneficial. Strong interpersonal skills, empathy, cultural competence, and the ability to communicate effectively help interns build rapport with clients and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams. These skills and qualifications are essential for providing effective support services, ensuring ethical practice, and preparing for a successful career in social work.

What is the difference between Msw Paid Internship vs Social Worker?

AspectMsw Paid InternshipSocial Worker
CredentialsEnrolled in or recent graduate of MSW programLicensed or certified in social work (LCSW, LMSW)
Work EnvironmentInternship setting, supervised, educational focusFull-time professional setting, independent responsibilities
Employer & IndustryHospitals, clinics, social service agencies, educational institutionsHealthcare, mental health, child welfare, community services

The Msw Paid Internship is a temporary, supervised position for students or recent graduates gaining practical experience, often unpaid or paid stipends. In contrast, a Social Worker is a licensed professional providing ongoing services, with full responsibilities in client care. The internship serves as a stepping stone toward becoming a licensed social worker.

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Infographic showing various Msw Paid Internship job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 24% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $34,624 per year, or $16.6 per hour.

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Key responsibilities

  • Perform non-clinical biopsychosocial assessments and interventions for inpatient and outpatient settings.

  • Coordinate discharge planning, including identifying barriers to discharge and developing appropriate plans for high-risk patients.

  • Provide emotional support, crisis intervention, and facilitate communication between patients, families, and the care team.


Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $26.65 - $41.10 / hour
Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. Submit your application for the opportunity below: Social Worker MSW 

Job Summary and Qualifications

The Social Worker (MSW) is responsible for non-clinical, biopsychosocial assessments and interventions for the inpatient floors and the outpatient emergency department. The MSW performs crisis intervention, patient/family interventions, high-risk screening, focused emotional support, and referrals for financial assistance or other identified resource needs. The MSW assists in post-acute care placement on all discharges, primarily with those patients identified with post-discharge behavioral health and patient assistance/resource needs. The MSW is dedicated to patient and family-centered care that values personal self-determination, prioritization, and engages in creative and compassionate problem-solving. The scope of this role includes intensive care units, Trauma, Oncology, NICU, Transplant, and ED. The MSW responds to physician, non-discharge planning social work consults throughout the facility.

What you will do in this role:

  • You will work collaboratively with RN case managers, acute care nurses, physicians, insurance companies, and other staff members to proactively identify and address patient needs.
  • You will identify and address barriers to discharge and recovery. These barriers include financial, emotional, psychosocial, medical, and spiritual.
  • You will maintain a thorough working knowledge of the rules of Medicare, Medicaid, and private payer regulations and processes. You will possess a thorough understanding of managed-care concepts and length-of-stay management relating to patient and organizational fiscal responsibility.
  • You will perform thorough assessments and develop appropriate discharge plans for high-risk patients with discharge planning or psychosocial needs.
  • You will coordinate and facilitate meetings between the care team and patients/families/caregivers. You will assist patients and families in making difficult decisions while honoring their preferences and values.
  • You will intervene with patients/families/caregivers for psychosocial needs, assistance, and support in coping with chronic acute terminal illness. You will engage in consultation, discharge planning, education, counseling, advocacy, and information referrals to meet the emotional, social, and financial aspects of care.
  • You will provide emotional support to patients and family members during complex and/or emotionally charged issues, such as end-of-life, terminal illness notifications, death notification (with physician), and crisis interventions.
What qualifications you will need:
  • Masters Degree
  • 1 years experience Required Years of Experience or MSW internship required
Benefits

HCA HealthONE Aurora, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA HealthONE, one of the largest and most comprehensive healthcare systems in the Rocky Mountain region, offers more than 170 care sites in the Denver metro area. Offering services across the continuum of care to meet patients’ total healthcare needs, HCA HealthONE includes seven acute care hospitals, a dedicated flagship pediatric hospital, a rehabilitation hospital, CareNow® urgent care clinics, mental health campuses, imaging and surgery centers, physician practices, home and hospice care, and AirLife Denver, which provides regional critical care air and ground transportation. Among HCA HealthONE’s acute care hospitals in Aurora, offering more than 60 medical specialties, including a Level II Trauma Center with Primary Stroke Certification and Chest Pain Center accreditation and a full-service mental health campus. HCA HealthONE Aurora is the first hospital in the Denver metro area to receive a three-time Magnet designation for nursing excellence by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. Consistently among the Denver Business Journals’ list of top corporate philanthropists in the Denver-metro area, HCA HealthONE was named as one of the most community-minded organizations by The Civic 50 and contributed more than $1 million through cash and in-kind donations last year alone, along with more than $400M in federal, state and local taxes.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.


"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Social Worker MSW opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing - apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.