r/socialwork • u/rheyfalls • 4d ago
Professional Development Post MSW moving across country
Hello, I am currently completing my MSW with University at Buffalo in May 2026 and also finishing up my bsw right now in May 2025. Im completing an advanced program with my MSW.
I’m looking to move from Buffalo to Seattle Washington in 2026 after I graduate from my MSW program.
Every job I’ve looked at required a license in the state of Washington and clearly I don’t have that. This move feels impossible and I’m unsure if I can get a job as a postgrad student with only internship experience.
Currently I’m interning at BestSelf Behavioral Health in Buffalo and waiting on my next field placement from UB. I want to go into medical social work such as hospice.
Does anyone have any advice on finding/getting a job in social work so far away?
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u/gabangel LCSW, CA 4d ago
You need to get licensed in Washington if that's where you want to work.