High-Paying Social Worker Jobs

Social work is a fulfilling field that enables you to make a significant impact on individuals and communities. At Ladders, we introduce you to a range of social worker jobs that offer $100K+ salaries. Find out about the roles, responsibilities, required qualifications, and more.

Roles and Responsibilities

Social workers wear many hats, serving individuals, families, and communities. They work in diverse settings, including schools, hospitals, and government agencies. Social workers' roles often involve crisis intervention, counseling, connecting clients with resources, policy development, and much more.

Career Advancement Opportunities

Career growth in this field can be dynamic and rewarding. With a proven track record and increasing responsibilities, social workers can move into supervisory or managerial roles, or specialize in areas like clinical social work or policy advocacy.

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$90K - $120K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of behavioral healthcare by driving HR strategy, enhancing culture, and fostering talent development across multiple states. Influence leaders and make a lasting...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $163K *

Lead the charge in regulatory project management by overseeing complex clinical research studies, ensuring compliance with federal, state, and institutional regulations, while collaborating with vario...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $120K *

Join our dynamic team to provide accessible psychiatric care, develop treatment plans, and manage medications with a focus on evidence-based practices, ensuring high-quality mental health support to d...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Drive impactful employment law solutions as a Virtual Office Counsel, managing administrative charges and litigation while collaborating with a skilled legal team in a flexible, remote environment foc...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$79K - $115K *

Transform healthcare by conducting advanced clinical documentation reviews to enhance quality outcomes. Collaborate with teams to identify and address documentation discrepancies impacting risk-adjust...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $107K *

Champion the coordination of HCBS authorizations, ensuring accurate reviews and effective communication with providers while supporting clinical needs and case management in a dynamic, remote-friendly...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $166K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role engaging healthcare providers through innovative communication strategies, enhancing patient care and experience while collaborating across teams to support local...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $240K *

Champion innovative employment law solutions while advising high-growth startups on compliance, compensation, and equity plans. Join a dynamic team committed to building scalable legal infrastructure...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$75K - $95K *

Drive the operations of case management with a focus on quality service and leadership. Leverage your clinical experience and supervisory skills to enhance team performance, ensuring efficient managem...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $131K *

Optimize client data delivery by ensuring timely, accurate outputs while enhancing quality processes and collaborating with teams to meet dynamic requirements. Lead initiatives in data analytics as yo...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Champion the virtual care frontier by supporting individuals with eating disorders in a collaborative telehealth environment, encompassing assessments, treatment plans, and patient communication to fo...

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $199K *

Grow your career with a role focused on driving sales and building relationships. Engage with healthcare professionals to promote groundbreaking therapies, utilizing strong communication and analytica...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Lead a multidisciplinary healthcare team to enhance service delivery and member outcomes. Collaborate on care management, utilization management, and behavioral health programs to ensure quality and e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $173K *

Elevate your career as you drive nursing excellence and leadership across regional sites, ensuring compliance and best practices while fostering collaboration and innovation in a supportive clinical e...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$79K - $90K *

Oversee the management of Long Term Care claims, ensuring eligibility, communicating with stakeholders, and facilitating resolutions in a remote, fast-paced environment while maintaining compliance wi...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic operational excellence and partner satisfaction for major client relationships. Drive performance across teams to enhance service delivery, compliance, and cont...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $300K *

Shape and execute a comprehensive network strategy, leading innovative value-based initiatives across Pharmacy, Retail, and Behavioral Health, while enhancing provider relationships and ensuring compl...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Champion exceptional sleep care by diagnosing and treating patients, leveraging a patient-centered approach, and collaborating with a dynamic clinical team to enhance health outcomes in a proactive an...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $115K *

Lead the charge in driving operational readiness for key initiatives impacting Client Implementation and Group Benefit Solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure successful adoption and minim...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$78K - $168K *

Unlock your potential as you conduct in-home health evaluations, building trust and connection with patients to enhance their health outcomes through personalized care and support while traveling to v...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $312K *

Champion business process engineering by mapping current states, recommending improvements, and designing transformative future state processes within the financial services industry—perfect for exper...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Elevate healthcare delivery as a Clinical Implementation Specialist, guiding seamless medical device and IV therapy integration while leading training and support initiatives at partner facilities to...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $95K *

Manage operational performance by coaching Supervisors to enhance quality and achieve financial goals in a dynamic clinical setting. Drive team effectiveness through effective leadership and ensure ex...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $92K *

Contribute to federal, state, and local tax compliance, focusing on sales and use tax. Collaborate with teams to ensure accurate filings, monitor legislation, and engage in tax research, enhancing pro...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$118K - $130K *

Optimize financial analysis projects through forecasting and risk assessment. Bring your expertise to Medicaid knowledge and analytical skills, working strategically to enhance provider contracting pr...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What kind of Social Worker jobs can I find on Ladders?question toggle

    On Ladders, you can find social worker jobs spanning from entry-level roles to leadership positions. You can choose from a variety of fields, including healthcare, education, and child and family services.

  • What qualifications do I need for high-paying Social Worker jobs?question toggle

    Usually, social worker positions require a Bachelor's degree in Social Work (BSW) and often, a Master's degree in Social Work (MSW). For certain roles, especially those in supervision or specialized areas, licensing, certification, or experience in a specific sector might be needed.

  • What's the salary range for Social Worker jobs on Ladders?question toggle

    The jobs listed on Ladders are vetted to pay at least $100K per year. The salary range is influenced by factors such as the specific role, years of experience, location, and type of organization.