No salary listed — similar Social Worker roles pay ~$73k (median of 303 jobs)
6.4/10 work-life score · Above average in Social Work — ranked against 5,645 active roles in this specialty
Social Worker MSW
About the Role
Full-time MSW at Northwest Regional Medical Center. Rotating weekends & holidays. Springdale, AR.
Join Community Health Systems Professional Services as a Social Worker MSW – Acute Care in Springdale, Arkansas. Why You’ll Love Working Here: * Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, & vision plans to keep you and your family healthy. Life Insurance is also available.
Key Responsibilities
- Conducts age-appropriate psychosocial assessments for neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients to evaluate emotional, social, and financial needs.
- Provides counseling, support, and resource education to help patients and families cope with illness, injury, disability, loss, or life transitions.
- Participates in interdisciplinary discharge planning by identifying psychosocial barriers, coordinating post-acute care services, and assisting with transitions to skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or home care.
- Facilitates referrals to internal and external services, including mental health providers, social service agencies, support groups, and financial assistance programs.
Requirements
- Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) required.
- 2-4 years of clinical social work experience in a healthcare setting preferred.
- Knowledge, Skills and Abilities.
- Knowledge of social work principles, case management practices, and psychosocial assessment methods.
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Weekend coverage may be required.
Apply to join Community Health Systems Professional Services as a Social Worker MSW – Acute Care.
Licensure & Certifications
Candidates must hold a Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) and possess a valid Licensed Medical Social Worker (LMSW) certification. A minimum of 2-4 years of clinical healthcare experience is preferred, along with Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Qualifications
- Education
- Master's degree (postgraduate degree)
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Certifications
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Social Worker MSW at Community Health Systems Professional Services a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Social Work — ranked against 5,645 active Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc.
This score reflects a generally positive work environment with some areas for improvement. Clinicians should evaluate scheduling and workload expectations carefully.
Social Worker Career Context
In Arkansas, Social Work listings on WeekdayDoc pay a median of ~$118k across 44 listings, vs ~$84k nationally (7,408 listings).
Social Work pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.3% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).
Arkansas's cost-of-living index is 87.0 (US average = 100) — Arkansas ranks #5 of 50 for clinician purchasing power. 61.1% of Arkansas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
AI ANALYSISThis role scores 6.4/10 on work-life balance for Social Worker roles.
Career trajectory: This position offers advancement within 2-3 years. The compensation analysis shows this employer pays...
Benefits analysis: Compared to 303 similar roles, this listing's benefits package ranks...
Top Social Worker Jobs
42 matches · ranked by paySalary Distribution42 jobs · 35 employers
Annual compensation range
Benefits & Perks25 jobs
Share of similar jobs offering each benefit
Licensed Clinical Social Worker III, Women's Health
Sutter Health · Santa Clara, California
LCSW III SMSHCC
Sutter Health · Oakland, California
Clinical Social Worker LCSW
$62.33-$70.52/hrLicensed Clinical Social Worker
$43-$70/hrAbout Community Health Systems Professional Services
Benefits & Perks
100+ more from Community Health Systems Professional Services
- Licensed Medical Social worker- Care Manager · Naples, Florida
- Social Worker MSW · Springdale, Arkansas
- Social Worker LCSW-PRN · Dothan, Alabama