Social Worker Jobs in Rhode Island
Across 37 live Social Worker listings in Rhode Island, median advertised pay is $112K (75th percentile $115K), based on the 26 that state a salary; Rhode Island ranks 12th of 51 states by median advertised pay; the employers with the most openings are Brown Medicine (10), LifeStance Health (9), Care New England Health System (4).
37+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 21, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 26 roles pay ~$112k median with 6.0/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Social Worker II - Case Management
Landmark Medical CenterWoonsocket, RI
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker-Clinician
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Clinical Social Worker Health Care Facility Surveyor
GreenLife Healthcare StaffingEmployer score · SilverProvidence, RI
Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW)
Gotham EnterprisesEmployer score · SilverRemote
Clinical Social Worker Health Care Facility Surveyor
GreenLife Healthcare StaffingEmployer score · SilverProvidence, RI
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Social Worker Pay in Rhode Island: Live Market and State Comparison
Live social worker listings in Rhode Island today, then Rhode Island 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
- 37
- Live median
- $112k
- 75th $115k · n=26
- 12-mo median
- $89k
- Pay rank
- #12 of 51
- Work-life
- 6.2/10 · #2
- 12-mo postings
- 114
Social Worker roles in Rhode Island advertise $8k above the $81k median across the 51 states we can measure, where Wyoming leads at $122k.
| State | Median pay (12 mo) | vs RI | WLB | Postings (12 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rhode Island (this page) | $89k | — | 6.2/10 | 114 |
| Wyoming#1 | $122k | +$32k | 5.9/10 | 20 |
| Oregon#2 | $105k | +$16k | 5.7/10 | 235 |
| Washington#3 | $100k | +$11k | 5.6/10 | 470 |
| California#4 | $97k | +$8k | 5.4/10 | 2181 |
| Alaska#5 | $95k | +$6k | 5.3/10 | 56 |
| Massachusettsborders | $83k | −$6k | 5.7/10 | 745 |
| Connecticutborders | $81k | −$8k | 5.2/10 | 304 |
“borders” = shares a border with Rhode Island; “#n” = national pay rank among the 51 measured states. Live figures count the listings on WeekdayDoc today (updated Oct 21, 2026); 12-month figures include postings since closed, so states compare on the same basis.
- Most openings on this page:
- Brown Medicine (10), LifeStance Health (9), Care New England Health System (4)
- 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 Rhode Island.
How much do social workers earn in Rhode Island?
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 22% 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, 6% with no on-call and 72% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring social workers in Rhode Island right now?
Employers currently hiring for social worker roles include Brown Medicine, Gotham Enterprises, Landmark Medical Center, GreenLife Healthcare Staffing, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many social worker jobs in Rhode Island are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 37 social workers positions in Rhode Island 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 Rhode Island
- Brown Medicine10 open roles here · WLB 54/100
LifeStance Health9 open roles here · WLB 91/100
Care New England Health System4 open roles here · WLB 66/100
Gotham Enterprises4 open roles here · WLB 96/100
- Landmark Medical Center3 open roles here · WLB 69/100
- GreenLife Healthcare Staffing2 open roles here · WLB 73/100
CVS Health1 open role here · WLB 60/100
Genesis Administrative Services1 open role here · WLB 74/100