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Job Description
About the Role
Join Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania as a Social Worker in United States. University Overview The University of Pennsylvania, the largest private employer in Philadelphia, is a world-renowned leader in education, research, and innovation. This historic, Ivy League school consistently ranks among the top 10 universities in the annual U.
Key Responsibilities
- risk cases Collaborate with referral coordinator Function as member of the triage team Other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Requirements
- City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School Perelman School of Medicine Pay Range $55,962.00
Benefits & Compensation
- City, State Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Department / School Perelman School of Medicine Pay Range $55,962.00
Work Schedule
- Full-time position.
- No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.
Apply to join Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania as a Social Worker.
Key Skills
Position Insights
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker at Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania a 6.0 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 35% of all Social Work social worker listings evaluated on our platform. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements, remote work flexibility.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Social Work — Social Worker Career Context
This Social Work position at Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania is open to social worker candidates.
Remote social worker positions in Social Work have grown significantly in recent years, offering clinicians the ability to maintain a full patient panel without geographic constraints or commute-related burnout.
Compensation Analysis
Perelman School of Medicine at the University of Pennsylvania lists compensation for this social worker position at $56k to $65k annually.
Location & Logistics
This is a fully remote social worker position. Remote clinicians can practice from any state where they hold an active license, eliminating commute time and offering maximum schedule flexibility. Many remote healthcare positions also allow providers to establish a more sustainable long-term practice pattern.
Why This Position Stands Out
- No on-call requirements — clinicians are completely off-duty after hours
- No weekend shifts — preserving personal and family time
- Fully remote — work from anywhere with an active license
- Transparent compensation ($56k–$65k)
Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits
Key skills and qualifications: Clinical Case Management, Patient Assessment, Referral Coordination, Triage, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Pediatric Care, Patient Education. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.
Core responsibilities: The Social Worker is responsible for the assessment, referral, and coordination of services for patients and their caregivers. Key duties include tracking high-risk cases, functioning as part of the triage team, and collaborating with referral coordinators.
Benefits package: Medical Insurance, Prescription Insurance, Behavioral Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, Tuition Assistance. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.
About WeekdayDoc
WeekdayDoc is the only healthcare job board that scores every position for burnout risk and work-life balance. Every listing includes a proprietary burnout score, transparent salary data when available, and lifestyle filters for no-call, no-weekends, and remote positions. Browse more Social Work social worker jobs on WeekdayDoc to compare work-life balance scores and compensation across employers.
Benefits & Perks
Work-Life Balance Score
Protective Factors (3)
Remote work (RR 0.57; 14-23% ↓ burnout)
No on-call (β=6.95; p<0.001 for ↓ exhaustion)
No weekends (57% ↓ work-life conflict)
Interpretation: Position demonstrates strong burnout protection with 3 validated protective factors.
Job Details
Employment Type
Full Time
Posted
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