Social Worker for Emergency Department

• Rotating Shifts/32 hours per week
• Schedule: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday 6a-2:30p, Wednesday 12p-8:30p
• Location: Burnet Campus, 3333 Burnet Ave., Cincinnati OH 45229
  
  

• Master’s degree in Social Work (MSW) required.
• Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in the State of Ohio required.
• Past experience preferred but not required.
  
  

• Clinical Advancement Program with potential pay increases associated with meeting the competencies for each level: Social Worker II, Social Worker III/Care Manager
• Multiple opportunities to receive all your CEU
• Starting base pay is $63,252.80 annually as a salaried/exempt employee (1.0 FTE). Pay can increase based on years of experience post MSW.
• $4.00/hour shift differential on qualified hours, added to base pay
• Benefits begin on the first day of employment.
• 30 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) per year. Unused PTO rolls over. Additional PTO associated with promotions.
  
  

When kids need medical care right away, families trust the outstanding speed and quality of Emergency Services at Cincinnati Children’s, one of the busiest pediatric emergency departments in the United States. We offer 24-hour emergency care at our Burnet Campus, including the region’s only Level 1 pediatric trauma center.

About The Division Of Social Services

At Cincinnati Children’s, our clinical social workers understand that managing any type of illness or hospitalization is a stressful experience. As members on every medical team, the clinical social workers provide ongoing support and counseling, crisis intervention, advocacy, education, and connection to community resources.

Who We Are

The clinical social workers are all licensed professionals who provide specialized expertise on the medical teams. We are guided by our core values which include promotion of self-determination, dignity and respect for all beliefs and cultures, and supporting the strengths of patients and families in their pursuit of health and wellbeing. There are over 150 clinical social workers within the Social Service Division at Cincinnati Children’s serving patients and families through their inpatient hospitalization(s) and providing ongoing services in the outpatient settings.

What We Do

Families and caregivers with children that are coping with a medical and/or psychiatric condition can experience difficulties and hardships that impact their emotional, social, and financial well-being. Families and caregivers may also find challenges as they navigate through the complex medical system. Our clinical social workers provide comprehensive services to assist patients & families through their journey. The clinical social worker can assist with emotional support and counseling, family issues/conflicts, safety concerns, discharge coordination, and access to community resources. These are just some of the things we can do for our patients and families.

Primary Location

Burnet Campus

Schedule

Full time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Department

Social Service

Employee Status

Regular

FTE

0.8

Weekly Hours

32

• Expected Starting Pay Range
• Annualized pay may vary based on FTE status $61,401.60 - $78,291.20
  
  

• Medical coverage starting day one of employment. View employee benefits here.
• Competitive retirement plans 
• Tuition reimbursement for continuing education 
• Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners 
• Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs for qualified positions
• Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group 
• Physical and mental health wellness programs 
• Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
• Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
  
  

At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.

 Cincinnati Children's Is

• Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10  best Children's Hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
• Consistently among the top 3 Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
• Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers  (2025), America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2025)
• One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
• Consistently certified as great place to work
• A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
• Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
  
  

 We Embrace Innovation—Together. We believe in empowering our teams with the tools that help us work smarter and care better. That’s why we support the responsible use of artificial intelligence. By encouraging innovation, we’re creating space for new ideas, better outcomes, and a stronger future—for all of us.

Comprehensive Job Description Provided Upon Request.

Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability