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aQua Dialysis

Social Worker

Livingston, TX · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

aQua Dialysis is seeking a part-time Master's Level Social Worker to be a key member of the ... Unlicensed applicants must be able to obtain temporary license within the first three months of ...

aQua Dialysis

Social Worker

Lufkin, TX · On-site

$24 - $32/hr

aQua Dialysis is seeking a part-time Master's Level Social Worker to be a key member of the ... Unlicensed applicants must be able to obtain temporary license within the first three months of ...

Social Work p.r.n.

Social Workers

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Social Work p.r.n. offers temporary and temp to perm opportunities. We are a professional social work company specializing in staffing bachelor and master level social workers from accredited schools ...

Friendly Senior Living

Social Worker-Temporary

Rochester, NY · On-site

$29.98 - $37.02/hr

  • PTO

This is a Part Time 18-20 hours/week temporary role expected to end May 2027 Position Summary The Social Worker assists the Social Work Manager in planning and carrying out social work programs for ...

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How much do temp social worker jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for temp 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 is a temp social worker?

A Temp Social Worker is a social work professional hired on a temporary basis to provide support, assessments, and interventions for individuals or communities in need. These roles may be short-term or project-based and can be found in various settings such as hospitals, schools, or social service agencies. Temp Social Workers perform many of the same duties as full-time social workers, including client advocacy, resource coordination, and crisis intervention. This position is ideal for those looking for flexible work opportunities or gaining experience in different social work environments.

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

To thrive as a Temp Social Worker, you need a relevant degree in social work (often a BSW or MSW), appropriate state licensure, and strong assessment and intervention skills. Familiarity with case management software, electronic health records, and documentation standards is commonly required. Exceptional interpersonal skills, adaptability, and cultural competency help you build rapport quickly and navigate varied client needs and team settings. These abilities are essential for delivering effective support and ensuring continuity of care in temporary assignments where rapid integration is key.

What types of assignments and clients can temp social workers expect to encounter?

Temp Social Workers are often placed in a wide variety of settings, such as hospitals, schools, community agencies, or government organizations, depending on current needs. Assignments may include working with children, families, older adults, or individuals experiencing crisis, and the duration can range from a few weeks to several months. You may be responsible for case management, crisis intervention, advocacy, and connecting clients to resources. This role often involves joining established teams and quickly adapting to different organizational cultures and systems. Flexibility and openness to new learning opportunities will help you succeed as you build your experience across diverse environments.

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Infographic showing various Temp Social Worker job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 20% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,266 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Social Worker - Temp to Perm

Maple Heights Behavioral Health

Fort Wayne, IN • On-site

Contractor

Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Overview

This position is full-time temporary (4 to 6 months) to perm. 

PURPOSE STATEMENT:

Plan, direct, define and coordinate individualized and group therapeutic support and services to patients with behavioral problems, psychiatric disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use and physical and emotional abuse.

Responsibilities
  • Conduct psychosocial assessment of patient and develop an effective treatment plan that applies therapeutic principles appropriately while ensuring patient safety at all times.
  • Through patient observation and patient/family interview obtaining information on the patient's needs, skills, interests and limitations for the development and implementation of the treatment plan.
  • Provide crisis intervention and assist families in understanding the implications and complexities of a life situation and its impact on lifestyle.
  • Participate in multidisciplinary treatment team meeting to discuss psychosocial assessment, treatment planning and ongoing discharge planning.
  • Identify, assess and coordinate patient cases and anticipate their needs related to illness, hospitalization, finances, education and home/community services.
  • Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
  • Conduct intakes and assist in coordinating placements within facility programs as required.
  • Develop and execute clinically relevant activities in coordination with activity professionals, as required.
  • Promote recovery, symptom reduction and the achievement of the highest level of social functioning.
  • Communicate or aid family members in understanding and supporting the patient.
  • Manage a caseload and assume responsibility for patient chart documentation.
  • Facilitate education, process groups, support groups and referrals as requested.
  • Manage a caseload and maintain accurate and timely documentation to assure patient records comply with facility and accreditation standards.
  • Supervise social work interns completing field placement, as required.
  • Provide direction and guidance to social services staff or other staff members, as required.
  • Demonstrate a positive, empathetic and professional attitude towards customers always.  When patient needs are not met, acknowledge and work to resolve complaints.  Recognize that patient safety is a top priority.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

  • Perform other functions and tasks as assigned.
Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

  • Master's degree in Social Work from an accredited college or university required.
  • Three or more years' related experience working with comparative patient population required.

LICENSES/DESIGNATIONS/CERTIFICATIONS:

  • State licensure, as required by the state in which the facility operates; which could include: Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW), Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Social Worker (LSW).
  • CPR and de-escalation/restraint certification required (training available upon hire and offered by facility).
  • First aid may be required based on state or facility.

While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the requirements of the job, management reserves the right to add or remove duties from particular jobs when circumstances (e.g. emergencies, changes in workload, rush jobs or technological developments) dictate.

We are committed to providing equal  employment opportunities to all applicants for employment regardless of an individual's characteristics protected by applicable state, federal and local laws.

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Employment Type: CONTRACTOR

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