Social work cover letter

As a social worker, you know the value of the ability to multitask—so should your cover letter. To be considered for top social work jobs, your cover letter must demonstrate your skills and experience, as well as your passion for your clients. For writing tips, view this sample cover letter for social work, or download the social work cover letter template in Word. 

Jobs for social workers are projected to grow by 16% (Or 109,700 jobs) from 2016 through 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS). You’ll find the highest level of employment for this job in the following states: California, New York, Pennsylvania, Texas, and Michigan; and in the following metropolitan areas: New York City, Los Angeles, Chicago, Washington D.C., and Boston. 

As a social worker, you can expect to make a median wage of $47,980 per year, or $23.07 per hour, according to the BLS.

Additionally, you can learn about health care careers and look for social worker jobs on Monster.

Social work letter template

Heather Jones, Lcsw
Sometown, CA 55555 | (555) 555-5555 | hj@somedomain.com

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August 10, 2017
Dr. Regina Hall
Director of Social Work Services
ABC Organization
55 West St.
Sometown, CA 55555

Re: Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Ref. #12345, Advertised on Monster

Dear Dr. Hall:

ABC Organization has earned a reputation for delivering on its mission to provide innovative clinical programming and unsurpassed patient care. I share this mission, and would welcome the chance to discuss ways I can contribute to the continued success of your social work program.

As a dedicated LCSW, my background includes 15 years as a residential counselor, homeless shelter social worker, clubhouse assistant director and crisis and family services specialist. Repeatedly recognized for excellence in leading program development, service implementation and supportive counseling, I have served populations presenting a range of neurological and psychological disorders as well as emotional, behavioral, substance abuse and developmental challenges.

In all experiences, I used a strengths-based approach in treatment planning and focused on providing optimal psychosocial care. Career highlights include:

• Working with DEF Hospital’s social services director to implement Together for Success program serving psychiatrically diagnosed adults who are experiencing a crisis. The program has helped 100+ patients, diverting them from hospitalization and reintegrating them into the community.

• Contributing vision and direction to GHI House’s clubhouse model that helped a newly opened program in Sometown County attain and maintain Clubhouse International accreditation.
• Increasing residential placements 64% by developing partnerships with area landlords to gain their support and agree to provide rental housing for homeless tenants.

After earning an MSW from Sometown University, I recently returned to pursue a Doctor of Social Work (DSW) degree with a concentration in mental health. I am an LCSW in the State of California.

My experience providing guidance, assessment and treatment for diverse patient populations combined with an ability to manage programs and build alliances would be valuable to your social work program. Please call me at (555) 555-5555 or email hj@somedomain.com to schedule a meeting. Thank you.

Sincerely,

Heather Jones, LCSW
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