Job Opportunities for Social Workers in Philadelphia

Where in Philly are you looking, and what kind of social work role?

Also, how long have you been looking and what’s been the blocker so far (no responses, interviews not turning into offers, etc.)?

If you share a bit of your situation, we can probably help you figure out the next move together.

If you’re looking for social work jobs in Philadelphia, it helps to narrow your search by setting and license level, because “social worker” can mean very different roles.

A few practical tips:

• Start by filtering for your credential level (BSW, MSW, LSW/LCSW). Many clinical and hospital roles require an MSW and licensure (or being license-eligible).
• Decide what setting you want first, then search within it: hospitals/health systems, schools, community mental health, substance use programs, housing/homelessness services, child welfare, or care management. Your resume should be targeted to the setting.
• If you’re early career, prioritize roles that mention supervision, training, or “license support,” and be ready to list your population experience (adults, youth, SMI, SUD, geriatrics) plus documentation systems you’ve used.

For a straightforward place to browse openings and keep the search focused on social work, you can check: https://www.getsocialworkjobs.com/ and sign up for job alerts with city and state location.

If you share your credential (BSW/MSW, LSW/LCSW) and what type of work you want (clinical therapy, case management, school social work, hospital/discharge planning, etc.), maybe others can suggest the best search keywords and what to highlight on your resume for Philly employers.