Social Worker Jobs in Delaware
Across 34 live Social Worker listings in Delaware, median advertised pay is $109K (75th percentile $120K), based on the 17 that state a salary; Delaware ranks 23rd of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Gotham Enterprises (8), LifeStance Health (6), ChristianaCare (3).
34+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 19, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 17 roles pay ~$109k median with 6.7/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Salary Distribution
17 jobs · 5 employersAnnual compensation range
Work-Life Balance Distribution
17 jobs · 5 employersHigher = better work-life balance
Clinical Social Worker - Fee For Service
ThriveworksEmployer score · SilverDover, DE
Social Worker III
MeadowWood Behavioral Health HospitalSaienni Farms, DE
Social Worker II - MSW - ED - Newark - 3p-11:30p - 15K Sign-On Bonus
Mental Health Clinician - LCSW, LPCMH, PsyD or equivalent
VitalCore Health StrategiesWilmington, DE
Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Backpack HealthcareEmployer score · SilverRemote
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Social Worker Pay in Delaware: Live Market and State Comparison
Live social worker listings in Delaware today, then Delaware against neighboring states and the top payers over the last 12 months of our own postings — so every state is measured alike. Not a salary survey.
- Live listings
- 34
- Live median
- $109k
- 75th $120k · n=17
- 12-mo median
- $83k
- Pay rank
- #23 of 51
- Work-life
- 6.6/10 · #1
- 12-mo postings
- 161
Social Worker pay in Delaware sits level with the $81k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $122k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs DE | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Delaware (this page) | $83k | — | 6.6/10 | 161 |
| Wyoming#1 | $122k | +$39k | 5.9/10 | 20 |
| Oregon#2 | $105k | +$23k | 5.7/10 | 235 |
| Washington#3 | $100k | +$18k | 5.6/10 | 470 |
| California#4 | $97k | +$14k | 5.4/10 | 2181 |
| New Jerseyborders | $84k | +$1k | 5.3/10 | 528 |
| Marylandborders | $82k | −$1k | 5.9/10 | 548 |
| Pennsylvaniaborders | $76k | −$7k | 5.8/10 | 845 |
“borders” = shares a border with Delaware; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 19, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Gotham Enterprises (8), LifeStance Health (6), ChristianaCare (3)
- Top-rated employers hiring:
- BetterHelp (gold, 96/100), Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 95/100) (Top Employers work-life index)
A few things worth knowing
About Social Worker jobs in Delaware.
How much do social workers earn in Delaware?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of social workers. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid social worker jobs available?
Yes — about 35% of current social workers listings offer remote or hybrid work. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which social worker jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every social worker role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 25% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring social workers in Delaware right now?
Employers currently hiring for social worker roles include LifeStance Health, MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital, ChristianaCare, UHS, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many social worker jobs in Delaware are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 34 social workers positions in Delaware listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Social Worker Jobs in Delaware
Gotham Enterprises8 open roles here · WLB 96/100
LifeStance Health6 open roles here · WLB 91/100
- ChristianaCare3 open roles here · WLB 51/100
GreenLife Healthcare Staffing3 open roles here · WLB 73/100- MeadowWood Behavioral Health Hospital3 open roles here · WLB 70/100
UHS3 open roles here · WLB 52/100
Thriveworks2 open roles here · WLB 98/100
- AAquila of de1 open role here