Licensed Master Social Worker
Listed compensation
$37-$38/hr
The week · per this posting
Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Your Skills Can Change a Life. Your Work Can Change a Community.
Make a Difference as a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW)
Are you a social worker who wants your work to matter?
At Catholic Charities of Saratoga, Warren, and Washington Counties, you’ll have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships, empower individuals and families, and help people navigate some of life’s most challenging moments.
We’re looking for a compassionate, dedicated LMSW who is ready to use their skills to make a real difference—one client, one family, and one community at a time.
Why Catholic Charities?
Because here, you’re more than an employee—you’re part of a mission.
At Catholic Charities, we believe meaningful work starts with meaningful relationships. You’ll join a team committed to helping people overcome barriers, discover their strengths, and move toward healthier, more fulfilling lives.
And when you apply, you’re not just another résumé in a stack. Every application is personally reviewed by a member of our HR team or a trained hiring manager because we believe every candidate deserves to be seen.
What You'll Do
As an LMSW, you’ll have a direct impact on the lives of the people we serve. You will:
- Help clients move forward by identifying barriers that affect their well-being and ability to function at their best.
- Be a voice for your clients, advocating for their needs, promoting autonomy, and supporting their right to make their own decisions.
- Provide individual, group, and family therapy to clients experiencing a range of mental health challenges, including anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders.
- Provide individual and/or family counseling to identified agency clients.
- Conduct assessments, make appropriate referrals, and respond to requests for emergency assistance when needed.
- Develop treatment plans and complete progress notes, insurance forms, and other required documentation accurately and on time.
- Collaborate with and regularly consult your clinical supervisor regarding client needs and caseload activity.
Make Your Work Count!
- Every conversation can be a turning point.
- Every connection can build hope.
- Every client you support is an opportunity to make a lasting difference.
If you’re looking for a role where you can use your education, clinical skills, and compassion to create meaningful change, we want to hear from you.
Compensation
$37.00–$38.00 per hour
Schedule: Per Diem — up to 19 hours per week
A great opportunity for a social worker looking for flexibility while continuing to make a meaningful impact!
What You Bring
Required
- Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field
- LMSW certification
- At least 1 year of relevant experience — we will train you!
- Valid driver’s license
- Current vehicle insurance and registration
- Access to a reliable, working vehicle
Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re passionate about helping people find hope, overcome challenges, and reach their potential, bring your skills to a team that cares deeply about the work we do.
Join Catholic Charities and turn your passion for social work into meaningful impact.
We value work-life balance and offer some stellar benefits:
- A diverse and inclusive work environment
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Discounts (movie tickets, hotels, flights, amusement parks, etc.)
- Exciting referral bonuses
- Ongoing training and development
- Recognition and Awards
- Career Growth
- A collaborative team culture
- Take a look at our Benefits Brochure!
Catholic Charities is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, fostering a workplace where every individual can shine their brightest.
Applicants Have Rights Under Federal Employment Law
Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Know Your Rights
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
Key Responsibilities
The Licensed Master Social Worker will provide individual, group, and family therapy while advocating for client needs and developing treatment plans. They are responsible for conducting assessments, maintaining accurate documentation, and collaborating with clinical supervisors to support client well-being.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Master’s Degree in Social Work or a related field and possess an active LMSW certification. At least one year of relevant experience, a valid driver's license, and access to a reliable vehicle are required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
Key Skills
Social Worker Career Context
Of the 40 active Social Work listings this role was benchmarked against, 45% are remote, 10% have no call, 80% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for New York is 107.9 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$78k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $72k in an average-cost state. 64.6% of New York clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Listed pay | $77k–$79k | Social Work median $62k (middle half $54k–$88k)31 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$72k in purchasing power | New York index 107.9 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Social Work listings in New York | 600 active | 6,330 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 45% remote · 10% no call · 80% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | New York social worker listings (all specialties): 4% state a sign-on bonus (median $4k) · 6% offer loan repayment654 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Social Work listings | 2,543 in the last 30 days | 1,349 the 30 days before (+89%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
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