The Mount Sinai Hospital’s Department of Social Work Services offers opportunities for social workers, care coordinators and nurse clinical coordinators seeking employment as well as field placements for master’s level social work students.

Careers

The Department of Social Work Services at The Mount Sinai Hospital offers a unique employment opportunity in a world class hospital setting. A core element in the provision of care at the Hospital, The Department of Social Work Services offers a wide range of positions that span patient populations from pediatrics to geriatrics, and medical areas as diverse as oncology, psychiatry and transplantation. Since its inception, the Department of Social Work Services has focused on research and education as integral to providing the highest quality of service. Members of the Department are encouraged to participate in a culture of reflective practice, share their knowledge with their colleagues, and to publish. The Department of Social Work Services is an accredited New York State Continuing Education (CE) provider and offers a variety of internal educational opportunities for CEs including a monthly Social Work Grand Rounds. Employment in the Department is a pathway to LCSW licensure (experience and supervision). The Department of Social Work Services has a strong commitment to anti-racist and inclusive hiring practices. We offer competitive salaries and benefits. Individuals who are interested in employment at Mount Sinai should visit our Careers page.

Internships

In accordance with the Council on Social Work Education guidelines, the Department of Social Work Services provides second year internships for master’s level social work students. Under the supervision of licensed social workers, students attain a level of competence necessary for responsible professional practice. Training is consonant with the educational goals of the schools of social work. Learning opportunities are offered in all program/service areas within the hospital as well as special community-based programs. The Department of Social Work Services has affiliate agreements for placement with many schools of social work in New York City. Students interested in applying for the internship program at The Mount Sinai Hospital should contact the field learning office at their respective educational institution.