Social Worker - Occupational Health

Social Worker - Occupational Health

A growing occupational health clinic located at a satellite site in Albany, NY is seeking a Social Worker to join its clinical team. This role supports patients navigating workplace injury, return to work planning, and connection to community and behavioral health resources.

Responsibilities:

Conduct psychosocial assessments for patients seen through occupational health services

Support return to work planning in coordination with providers, employers, and case managers

Connect patients to community resources, behavioral health services, and financial or social supports as needed

Assist with care coordination for complex or high risk occupational injury cases

Document assessments and interventions in the EMR in line with clinic and regulatory standards

Serve as a liaison between patients, providers, and employer or insurance contacts when psychosocial factors affect recovery or return to work

Qualifications:

Master's degree in Social Work (MSW) required; LMSW or LCSW preferred depending on scope

Experience in occupational health, workers compensation, disability, or a related medical setting preferred

Strong assessment and care coordination skills

Comfortable collaborating with medical providers and employer partners

Excellent communication and documentation skills

Compensation:

Market rate in the Albany, NY area runs approximately $58,000 to $78,000 per year ($28 to $38 per hour), with LCSW licensure and occupational or medical setting experience trending toward the higher end.

Schedule and Location:

Full time or part time, on site at a satellite location in Albany, NY, depending on program needs.

Location information:

• Albany is the capital of New York State, located along the Hudson River.
• Known for the New York State Capitol and state government.
• Part of New York's Capital Region, near Troy, Schenectady, and Saratoga Springs.
• About 2.5–3 hours from New York City and roughly 2 hours from Boston.