Social Worker II - MSW - ED - Newark - 3p-11:30p - 15K Sign-On Bonus
- $15,000 sign-on bonus (2-year commitment)
- Evenings
Open in 1 location
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Delaware
2 open- $30.95–$49.52/hr
Christiana Hospital (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 2w ago
- $30.95–$49.52/hr
Christiana Hospital (opens on this page)
Full time · Posted 2w ago
How this pay compares
This posting states $30.95–$49.52 an hour. Social workers employed in Delaware earn a median of $31.07 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
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Medicare rating of Christiana Hospital
Medicare gives Christiana Hospital 4 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Delaware's hospitals average 3.0). 74% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Delaware hospitals by rating.
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About the job
Job Details
- The successful candidate may be eligible for a $15,000 sign on bonus to be paid within first year of a two-year commitment.
If you are an energetic, motivated, compassionate Social Worker that understands the importance of care coordination and who is seeking a work environment filled with Love and Excellence, ChristianaCare is where you want to be.
ChristianaCare includes an extensive network of outpatient services, home health care, urgent care centers, three hospitals (over 1200 beds), a free-standing emergency department, a Level I trauma center and a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, a comprehensive stroke center and regional centers of excellence in heart and vascular care, cancer care and women’s health.
ChristianaCare Offers
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, etc.
- Two retirement planning offerings, including 403(b) with company contributions
- Generous paid time off with annual roll-over and opportunities to cash-out
- 12 weeks paid parental leave
- Tuition assistance
- Incredible Work/Life benefits including annual membership to care.com, access to backup care services for dependents through Care@Work, retirement planning services, financial coaching, fitness and wellness reimbursement, and great discounts through several vendors for hotels, rental cars, theme parks, shows, sporting events, movie tickets and much more!
THE CARE MANAGEMENT MODEL
Our Care Management Triad Team Model is a collaboration between the following:
- RN Case Manager - manage patient care and drive patient progression and establish a discharge plan.
- Social Worker – resolve psycho-social barriers and supports discharge needs.
- Utilization Management – review patient status for appropriateness and anticipated payer coverage.
- E D U C A T I O N A N D E XP E RI E N C E R EQ UI R E M E N T S :
- Mast e r’s degree in Social Work (MSW) or Master of Social Services degree (MSS) f r om an acc r e di t e d g r a du a te s c hool required prior to hire date.
- L ic e nsed CSW or MSW as required by the state of Delaware prior to hire date.
- Acute Care Social Work experience preferred.
- S P E CI A L R EQ UI R E M E N T S :
CCM preferred within 18 months of eligibility.
Hourly Pay Range: $30.95 - $49.52
This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.
Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
Post End Date
Dec 31, 2026
EEO Posting Statement
ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/
From ChristianaCare's job posting for Christiana Hospital, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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About ChristianaCare
ChristianaCare is a health system with three hospitals (more than 1,200 (source: ChristianaCare, About Us) beds), 13,784 (source: ChristianaCare, Who We Are) caregivers (2023) and outpatient services across northern Delaware and the surrounding area. Sources: ChristianaCare, Who We Are; ChristianaCare, About Us
Based in Wilmington, DEHires in Delaware, Maryland, PennsylvaniaPay on its listings: 73.7% of its open jobs state an hourly rate
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