Clinical Social Worker

Scholarships Available – Apply Now!

Clinical Social Workers support individuals and families through challenging times. They provide therapy and counseling to help people cope with mental health issues, emotional difficulties, and life changes. With strong empathy, excellent listening skills, and a deep commitment to helping others, clinical social workers create a safe space for individuals to express their feelings and work towards positive change. Their work significantly impacts society by promoting mental wellness, strengthening families, and fostering healthier communities.

Salary Range

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• $76,000 – $90,000/ year

Education & Timeframe

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• Start Your Journey: Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work (BSW) or a related field Duration: ~4 years
• Advance Your Expertise: Master of Social Work (MSW) degree from an accredited program Duration: ~2-3 years
• Gain Experience: Complete a supervised clinical internship or field placement to gain specialized training and experience in social work practice. Stay current with the latest social work techniques, therapeutic interventions, and patient care practices.

Scholarship Opportunities

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• The Nevada Public Health Foundation, Inc. is promoting workforce development and employee retention through the Social Work Workforce Development Scholarship program. Each scholarship, up to $1,000, may be awarded to social work students who work with the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) as employees, interns, practicum students, volunteers, or contractors. For more information email: info@nphf.org.
• The Behavioral Health Education, Retention, and Expansion Network of Nevada (BeHERE NV) is offering a scholarship for UNLV students pursuing careers in behavioral health, to address the state’s mental health workforce shortage and improve access to care. This scholarship not only provides financial support but also opens doors to valuable educational and professional opportunities, empowering students to make a meaningful impact in their communities. Please contact roberta.miranda@unlv.edu for more information.

Academic Institutions

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• Truckee Meadows Community College, Reno:
  • Psychology, AS | Truckee Meadows Community College
  • Social Work, AA | Truckee Meadows Community College
• College of Southern Nevada, Las Vegas:
  • Applied Psychology: Mental Health Services, AAS | CSN
  • Sociology, AA | College of Southern Nevada
• Western Nevada College, Las Vegas:
  • Social Work Psychology & Behavioral Sciences | WNC
• Great Basin College, Elko:
  • Bachelor of Social Work | GBCN
  • Applied Science in Human Services, AAS | GBCN
• University of Nevada, Reno:
  • School of Social Work | University of Nevada, Reno
  • Department of Psychology | University of Nevada, Reno
• University of Nevada, Las Vegas:
  • Department of Psychology | University of Nevada, Las Vegas
  • Advanced Graduate Certificate in Mental Health Counseling | UNLV
  • Clinical Mental Health Counseling | UNLV

Additional Information

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• Clinical Social Worker Class Specification | DHHS
• Clinical Social Worker: Specialties and Training

Career Choices & Growth

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Explore ways to upskill and specialize within this field:

• Other Potential Careers
  • School Social Worker
  • Social Services
  • Marriage and Family Therapist
  • Cognitive Behavior Therapist
  • Clinical Social Worker – DHHS
• Other Career Pathways
  • Counseling & Therapy
  • Social Services
  • Social Work
  • Psychology & Social Science – DHHS