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Social Worker Jobs in North Carolina

Across 206 live Social Worker listings in North Carolina, median advertised pay is $95K (75th percentile $105K), based on the 83 that state a salary; North Carolina ranks 43rd of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Kintegra Health (14), Limitlessli (13), My Spectrum (11).

206+ positions available

Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 15, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this

206+ Social Worker Jobs in North Carolina Available Now

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206 jobs

These 83 roles pay ~$95k median with 6.4/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.

Pruitt Health logo

Licensed Medical Social Worker LMSW Home Health

Pruitt HealthRaleigh, NC

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
UnitedHealth Group logo

Social Worker Per Diem

UnitedHealth GroupEmployer score · SilverGreensboro, NC

RHA Health Services logo

CAP Case Manager / Social Worker / PT / Gaston County / Flexible Hours

RHA Health ServicesGastonia, NC

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
KBR logo

Special Operations Licensed Clinical Social Worker 3rd OSG (Fort Bragg, NC)

KBRFayetteville, NC

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
KBR logo

Special Operations Licensed Clinical Social Worker (Southern Pines, NC)

KBRLiberty, NC

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
Buncombe County Government logo

Social Worker IV - Investigations

Buncombe County GovernmentAsheville, NC

Social Worker
$31.57-$37.98 per hour
Center Well logo

Home Health Medical Social Worker-PRN

Center WellEmployer score · SilverLumberton, NC

Social Worker
$65,000 - $88,600
BetterCare Wellness logo

LCSW

BetterCare WellnessEmployer score · SilverMatthews, NC

Social Worker
$67,000 - $100,000
American Addiction Centers logo

Medical Social Worker Weekender¬- Atrium Health Care Management-PT Days

American Addiction CentersCharlotte, NC

Social Worker
$30.7-$46.05 per hour
County of Wake, NC logo

Adult Guardianship - Social Worker

County of Wake, NCEmployer score · SilverRaleigh, NC

Social Worker
$29.6-$50.33 per hour
ONSLOW MEMORIAL HOSPITAL logo

Medical Social Worker MSW (79200)

Onslow Memorial HospitalJacksonville, NC

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
Stokes County Government logo

SOCIAL WORKER III-FOSTER CARE

Stokes County GovernmentDanbury, NC

Social Worker
$50,000-$79,000
Sampson County logo

(SOCIAL SERVICES) Social Worker IAT

Sampson CountyClinton, NC

Social Worker
Starting at $59,736
National Heritage Academies logo

Social Worker at Summit Creek Academy

National Heritage AcademiesGreensboro, NC

Social Worker
Pay not disclosed
Kintegra Health logo

Behavioral Health Provider LCSW(A), LCMHC(A), or LMFT(A).

Kintegra HealthRemote

Counselor
Pay not disclosed

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How North Carolina Compares for Social Worker Pay

North Carolina against neighboring states and the top payers, from our own social worker postings over the last 12 months — not a salary survey.

Median advertised
$77k
Pay rank
#43 of 51
Work-life balance
5.7/10 · #15
Open listings
632

Social Worker roles in North Carolina advertise $5k below the $81k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $122k.

Social Worker median pay and work-life-balance score, North Carolina compared with neighboring states and the highest-paying states
StateMedian payvs NCWLBListings
North Carolina (this page)$77k—5.7/10632
Wyoming#1$122k+$45k5.9/1020
Oregon#2$104k+$28k5.8/10229
Washington#3$100k+$24k5.6/10454
Virginiaborders$78k+$2k5.6/10602
Tennesseeborders$77k+$1k5.3/10383
Georgiaborders$77k+$0k5.2/10455
South Carolinaborders$76k−$1k5.2/10274

“borders” = shares a border with North Carolina; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states.

Social Worker Jobs in North Carolina: Market Overview & Work-Life Balance

Listing snapshot: this overview summarizes the jobs loaded on this page. Market comparisons use the separate scope and time period labeled in their section.

North Carolina offers a competitive market for healthcare professionals seeking social worker jobs in north carolina. With 206+ open positions, clinicians have strong options for career growth and work-life balance.

Every listing is evaluated using WeekdayDoc's proprietary work-life balance scoring system. Social Worker Jobs in North Carolina on this page have an average score of 6.5/10, with 10% offering remote work. This data helps clinicians quickly identify positions that match their lifestyle priorities without reading through hundreds of job descriptions.

Leading employers currently hiring for social worker jobs in north carolina include KBR, Buncombe County Government, Pruitt Health, UnitedHealth Group, and more. Positions span social worker jobs north carolina. New jobs are added daily as healthcare organizations expand their teams.

Among the top-rated employers hiring for social worker jobs in north carolina, BetterHelp (score: 95.9/100), Talkiatry (score: 95.0/100), Hiaah (score: 94.5/100) have earned WeekdayDoc's Top Employer designation based on our proprietary ranking system. This ranking evaluates burnout scores (40%), salary competitiveness (30%), and work-life balance features like no-call and remote options (30%). See the full rankings on our Top Employers page.

According to WeekdayDoc's Market Pulse — which tracks real-time compensation data from thousands of active job postings — the current median salary is $105K, trending up 3.4% over the past quarter. This data is derived from 31,769+ job postings analyzed over the past 12 months — updated daily, unlike annual survey-based reports. Explore salary trends and burnout data on our Market Pulse dashboard.

A few things worth knowing

About Social Worker jobs in North Carolina.

How much do social workers earn in North Carolina?

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 workers jobs available?

Yes — about 10% 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 workers 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. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.

Who is hiring social workers in North Carolina right now?

Employers currently hiring for social worker roles include KBR, Buncombe County Government, Pruitt Health, UnitedHealth Group, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.

How many social worker jobs in north carolina are available, and how often are they updated?

There are currently 206 social workers positions in North Carolina 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.