Social Worker

Shriners Children's·Springfield, Massachusetts

$32 - $48/hrPart Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Social Worker · $32 - $48/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

+24% vs. median posted rate for behavioral health roles in Springfield, Massachusetts ($26.00/hr, n=90)

86 similar openings in the Springfield area · median $21.48/hr

$15.60/hr · lowesthighest · $83.00/hr

this role: $32.15/hrmedian $26.00/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 90 posted behavioral health roles in Springfield, Massachusetts rates. This role sits in the 59th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 24% above the Springfield, Massachusetts median for behavioral health roles.

The Social Worker provides comprehensive psychosocial assessments and interventions to support patients and families facing complex medical conditions. They coordinate care plans, advocate for patient rights, and facilitate access to community resources to ensure optimal health outcomes.

Company Overview

Shriners Children’s is an organization that respects, supports, and values each other. Named as the 2025 best mid-sized employer by Forbes, we are engaged in providing excellence in patient care, embracing multi-disciplinary education, and research with global impact. We foster a learning environment that values evidenced based practice, experience, innovation, and critical thinking. Our compassion, integrity, accountability, and resilience define us as leaders in pediatric specialty care for our children and their families.

With 20+ hospitals, outpatient clinics, ambulatory care centers and outreach locations across the globe, we provide excellent care to children up to age 18 regardless of their family’s ability to pay or insurance status. Please click here [https://www.shrinerschildrens.org/en/locations?listPage=1] to learn more about our locations.

Job Description

Job Summary

The Social Worker at Shriners Hospitals for Children provides comprehensive psychosocial assessment, intervention, and support to patients and families facing complex medical conditions and hospitalizations. This role focuses on empowering families, advocating for patient needs, and facilitating access to community resources to promote optimal patient well-being and successful reintegration.

Key Responsibilities

Documents assessments, interventions, plans and evaluations in accordance with regulatory agency requirements and SHC policy.

Coordinates the plan of care plan to achieve desired outcomes and integrates the work of the health care team by coordinating resources and services necessary to accomplish agreed-upon goals.

Advocates by supporting or recommending services for the protection of the patient's health, safety and rights.

Collaborates by working with patients, families, caregivers and the health care team locally and within the system to jointly communicate, problem solve and share accountability for optimal outcomes.

Arranges services among community agencies, physicians, patients, family, caregivers and others involved in the plan of care.

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications
Experience conducting and documenting psychosocial assessments and interventions to meet physical, functional, social, emotional, educational needs of the patient/caregivers, required

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Social Work license in the state of practice and have experience conducting psychosocial assessments. Preferred qualifications include three years of experience in a pediatric healthcare setting and current Case Management certification.

Documentation
Microsoft Office Suite
Care coordination
Pediatric care
Resource navigation
Patient support
Crisis intervention
Patient advocacy
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Case management
Community outreach
Psychosocial assessment

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $32 - $48/hr
Location: Springfield, Massachusetts
Posted: Aug 12, 2026
Application: Employer website

Social work demand remains steady in Massachusetts

Massachusetts employers commonly seek social workers for schools, hospitals, and community agencies, so demand is often tied to ongoing needs in behavioral health, family support, and care coordination. These roles can be competitive because a bachelor’s degree in a human service field and an LSW license are required, while experience with diverse age groups and bilingual or bicultural skills can strengthen an application. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save research time, then confirm your license status and tailor your resume to the populations you have served.