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Parkville Care Center

Social Worker

Hartford, CT

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The primary role of the facility Social Worker is to coordinate, supervise and facilitate the delivery of Social Work Services, as provided by facility or facility contracted staff, to all residents ...

iCare Health Network

Social Worker

Hartford, CT · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The primary role of the facility Social Worker is to coordinate, supervise and facilitate the delivery of Social Work Services, as provided by facility or facility contracted staff, to all residents ...

Valley Health Systems

Social Worker-Oncology

Holyoke, MA

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Bachelor of Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Current Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). Five years of experience ...

Jumoke Academy

School Social Worker

Hartford, CT

$53K - $72K/yr

Jumoke Academy seeks a full time certified Social Worker for SY 2026-2027, who will be responsible for the delivery of the school social work services program. This is a full-time 10-month position ...

Valley Health Systems

Social Worker-Oncology

Holyoke, MA · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

Bachelor of Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Current Massachusetts Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW). Five years of experience ...

Jumoke Academy

School Social Worker

Hartford, CT · On-site

$53K - $72K/yr

Jumoke Academy Date Available: 08/17/2026 Jumoke Academy seeks a full time certified Social Worker for SY 2026-2027, who will be responsible for the delivery of the school social work services ...

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How much do social work jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for social work in Springfield, MA is $75,999.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $58,800.00 and $91,200.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a social worker do?

Social workers help individuals, families, and communities cope with challenges in their lives. They provide support, resources, and advocacy to assist people dealing with issues such as mental health, child welfare, substance abuse, and poverty. Social workers may work in various settings, including schools, hospitals, and community organizations, and often help clients navigate complex social services systems.

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

To thrive as a Social Worker, you need a solid understanding of human behavior, social systems, and case management, usually supported by a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in social work and relevant state licensure. Familiarity with case management software, documentation systems, and knowledge of local social services resources is typically required. Strong interpersonal skills, cultural competency, and resilience are essential soft skills for building trust and advocating effectively for clients. These skills and qualifications are vital for delivering meaningful support, navigating complex situations, and promoting positive outcomes for individuals and communities.

What are some common challenges social workers face when managing caseloads, and how are these typically addressed?

Social workers often manage multiple cases simultaneously, which can be challenging due to high workloads and the emotional demands of supporting clients in crisis. To address these challenges, many organizations provide supervision, peer support, and ongoing training to help social workers prioritize tasks and practice self-care. Time management skills and effective documentation are also crucial in staying organized. Additionally, agencies may utilize case management software to streamline processes and reduce administrative burdens.

What kinds of jobs do social workers do?

Social workers perform a variety of roles including providing counseling, advocating for clients, connecting individuals to community resources, and developing treatment plans. They work in settings such as healthcare, schools, mental health clinics, and social service agencies, often requiring strong communication skills and relevant certifications or licenses.

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Infographic showing various Social Work job openings in Springfield, MA as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 77% Full Time, 18% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $75,999 per year, or $36.5 per hour.

Senior Social Worker

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Leeds, MA • On-site

$105K/yr

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

The VA Central Western Massachusetts Healthcare System is seeking a dedicated and highly skilled Social Worker to serve as an HCHV Outreach Case Manager within our Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Program. This position serves as a critical entry point for Veterans experiencing homelessness, many of whom present with complex, co-occurring medical, psychiatric, and substance use conditions compounded by poverty, untreated health complications, and chronic housing instability.
Qualifications:Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship. Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English.
  • Master's degree in Social Work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the school of social work is fully accredited. Note: A doctoral degree in Social Work may NOT be substituted for the master's degree in Social Work. Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a Master of Social Work.
  • Licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the advanced practice level which included an advanced generalist or clinical examination, unless they are grandfathered by the state in which they are licensed to practice at the advanced practice level (except for licenses issued in California, which administers its own clinical examination for advanced practice) and they must be able to provide supervision for licensure.
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade. The candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade.
Senior Social Worker, GS-12
  • Experience/Education. The candidate must have at least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure and should be in a specialized area of social work practice of which, one year must be equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Senior social workers have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment. Senior social workers are experts in their specialized area of practice. Senior social workers may have certification or other post-masters training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship or equivalent supervised professional experience in a specialty
  • Licensure/Certification. Senior social workers must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level which included an advanced generalist or clinical examination, unless they are grandfathered by the state in which they are licensed to practice at the advanced practice level.
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
    • Skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in specialty treatment programs or with special patient populations. This includes individual, group, and/or family counseling or psychotherapy and advanced level psychosocial and/or case management.
    • Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice.
    • Knowledge in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area, utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes.
    • Ability to provide specialized consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients in the service delivery area, as well as role modeling effective social work practice skills.
    • Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the social work profession, and to write policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Preferred Experience: Experience working, either directly or indirectly, with homeless populations as well as those diagnosed with mental health or substance use disorders.
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12.
Physical Requirements: See VA Handbook 5019Education:IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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