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York General
York, Nebraska

Staff Social Worker

Social WorkerPart-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Position Title: Staff Social Worker - Regular Part Time (RPT) Department: Social Work Reports to: Director, Social Work

Make a Meaningful Difference Every Day

At York General, social workers are essential advocates, problem-solvers, and sources of support for patients and families. We're seeking a compassionate, collaborative professional who is passionate about helping others navigate healthcare challenges, access resources, and achieve the best possible quality of life.

This Regular Part-Time (24-hours per week) position offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying a supportive team environment and a comprehensive benefits package. You'll work alongside physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to ensure patients receive the care, resources, and support they need throughout their healthcare journey.

Why York General?

  • Collaborative Care Team: Work closely with physicians, nurses, therapists, and community partners to coordinate care and improve patient outcomes.
  • Award-Winning Workplace: Join a team that has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a Best Place to Work for 13 consecutive years.
  • Community Connection: Build strong relationships throughout York and surrounding communities while helping people access services that improve their well-being.
  • Excellent Benefits: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, even while working just 24 hours per week!

What You'll Do

  • Conduct psychosocial assessments and identify patient and family needs.
  • Assist with discharge planning and coordinate referrals to community resources and support services.
  • Provide crisis intervention, emotional support, counseling, and advocacy for patients and families.
  • Partner with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary care teams to develop and implement patient care plans.
  • Educate patients and families about available resources and services.
  • Document assessments, care plans, and patient interactions accurately within the medical record.
  • Advocate for patient rights and ensure patients receive appropriate support throughout their care experience.
  • Develop relationships with community agencies and maintain knowledge of available resources.
  • Participate in patient, family, and staff education initiatives.

What You'll Bring

  • Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field required.
  • Master's degree in Social Work preferred.
  • Nebraska social work licensure or eligibility for licensure preferred, if applicable to level of practice.
  • Strong communication, assessment, documentation, and relationship-building skills.

Key Responsibilities

The staff social worker will conduct psychosocial assessments, provide crisis intervention, and coordinate discharge planning for patients. They will also collaborate with multidisciplinary care teams to advocate for patient needs and connect families with community resources.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Social Work or a related field, with a Master's degree preferred. Nebraska social work licensure or eligibility for licensure is also preferred.

Qualifications

Education
Master's degree (postgraduate degree)

Key Skills

Psychosocial assessmentCare coordinationPatient educationResource navigation

Social Worker Career Context

Of the 50 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 30% are remote, 34% have no call, 64% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Nebraska is 90.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 59.4% of Nebraska clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top Social Worker Jobs

35 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution30 jobs · 27 employers

8
<$75k
11
$75k-100k
4
$100k-125k
7
$125k-150k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs

401k / retirement match
96%
Sign-on bonus
29%
CME allowance
29%
Loan repayment
8%
PSLF eligible
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Licensed Mental Health Therapist (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)

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#4

Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LMFT, LCSW, LPCC)

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Work-life snapshot

median 6.0this job 3.0
Better work-life than 20% of Social Work listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 6,543 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About York General

Hospitals and Health Care
York, NE
51-200 employees

Benefits & Perks

Comprehensive benefits package

Living in York

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$219k
Median resident rent
$862/mo
Residents’ average commute
10 min
State income tax
Up to 6.6%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.