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United Health Services
Johnson City, New York

Medical Social Worker LCSW Non Exempt

Social WorkerFull-Time

Listed compensation

$33.63-$50.45/hr

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Posted 48m ago · Verified live

Job Description

Position Overview

Under the Director of Social Work, this incorporates social work functions and skills into the inpatient hospital setting. Medical Social Workers serve as integral members of interdisciplinary healthcare teams, providing essential support to individuals facing health-related challenges. They bridge the gap between medical professionals and patients, ensuring that emotional, social, and practical needs are addressed alongside medical treatment.

Primary Department, Division, or Unit

Social Services, UHS Wilson Medical Center

Primary Work Shift

Rotational

Regular Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Compensation Range

  • $33.63 - $50.45 per hour, depending on experience
  • Education/Experience

Minimum Required

Master’s degree in social work

Preferred

3 year’s post graduate experience

License/Certification

Minimum Required

NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker LCSW Limited Permit - Those who are hired with a limited permit must have their full license 1 year after obtaining their limited permit.

Preferred

NYS Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)

Why You’ll Love Working at UHS

At United Health Services (UHS), we believe every connection—to patients, to purpose, to each other—makes a difference. That’s why we’re intentional about supporting our team in ways that go beyond the job. Whether through meaningful benefits, personal growth, or fun along the way, we’re here to help you thrive in work and life.

A Culture of Connection – We support each other like family and create space for every voice to be heard. Engagement Councils, peer recognition, and initiatives like Walk in my Shoes for senior leaders are just a few ways we foster belonging and collaboration. Outside of work, we stay connected through team events like trivia, trunk-or-treat, volunteer days, our staff choir, or seasonal celebrations.

Comprehensive Benefits for Life & Family – We offer medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month after hire for employees working 24+ hours/week. With flexible plan options and coverage tiers, you can choose what fits your life best. Additional perks include discounted childcare through Bright Horizons and voluntary benefits like pet insurance, legal services, and identity theft protection.

Well-Being & Financial Security – From day one, PTO starts accruing so you can take time to recharge. We support your long-term wellness with a 403(b) retirement plan and company match, flexible spending accounts, access to financial advisors, and up to $400/year in wellness rewards. When life gets tough, we’re here with 24/7 EAP counseling, virtual mental health support, a food pantry, PTO donation program, and professional attire through the Classy Closet.

Growth That Moves with You – With access to 100,000+ online courses, leadership programs, tuition reimbursement, clinical ladders, and internal mobility, we help you grow wherever your passion leads. We also continuously review compensation to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity, so you can feel confident your work is valued and rewarded fairly.

A Place to Call Home – Located in New York’s Southern Tier, UHS offers more than a career—we offer a lifestyle. Enjoy four-season recreation, affordable living, top-rated schools, minor league sports, craft brews, a close-knit community, and more, all within reach of the Finger Lakes, the Catskills, and major Northeast cities.

About United Health Services

United Health Services (UHS) is a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system in New York’s Southern Tier comprising four hospitals, long-term care and home care services, and physician practices in Broome and surrounding counties. UHS provides healthcare and medical services for two-thirds of the region’s population, produces $1.3 billion a year in total economic impact, and boasts a workforce of more than 6,300 employees and providers.

At UHS, our work is guided by our Values of Compassion, Trust, Respect, Teamwork, and Innovation. Whether you provide direct patient care or support behind the scenes, you are part of a shared purpose: to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve. Every employee plays a meaningful role in fulfilling our mission—we’d love for you to consider joining us!

United Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

United Health Services, Inc. and the members of the UHS System neither are affiliated with, sponsored, endorsed nor approved by, nor otherwise associated with, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS), UHS of Delaware, Inc. nor their affiliates, which can be found at uhsinc.com.

Key Responsibilities

Medical Social Workers provide essential support to patients in an inpatient hospital setting by addressing their emotional, social, and practical needs. They serve as integral members of interdisciplinary healthcare teams to bridge the gap between medical professionals and patients.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Master’s degree in social work and possess a New York State Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license or a limited permit. Preferred qualifications include three years of post-graduate experience.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Inpatient careInterdisciplinary collaborationPatient advocacyClinical assessmentCrisis interventionCase managementEmotional supportHealthcare coordinationDischarge planning

Social Worker Career Context

The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$87k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $81k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$70k–$105kLicensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) median $66k (middle half $54k–$98k)21 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$81k in purchasing powerNew York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) listings in New York670 active7,082 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedNew York Social Worker listings: 4% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 6% offer loan repayment670 active listings, Nov 2026
New Social Work listings2,510 in the last 30 days1,443 the 30 days before (+74%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Benefits & Perks

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
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Sign-on bonus
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Loan repayment
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Work-life snapshot

median 6.1this job 3.0
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About United Health Services

Hospitals and Health Care
Binghamton, NY
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage
403(b) retirement plan with company match
Flexible spending accounts
Financial advisors
Wellness rewards up to $400/year
24/7 EAP counseling
Virtual mental health support
Tuition reimbursement

Living in Johnson City

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$168k
Typical market rent
$1,338/mo
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
92.9
State income tax
Up to 10.9%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026).

BEA 2024 · Binghamton, NY metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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