Alberta · NOC 41300
Social Worker Jobs in Alberta — 2026
1 social worker job posted in Alberta in the last four weeks, with salary benchmarks, licensing notes and the employers hiring most.
- Jobs available
- 1
- Median salary
- $63,250
- NOC code
- 41300
About social worker work in Alberta
Salary range
Postings for social workers in Alberta run from about $51,680 at the 25th percentile to $73,750 at the 75th, with a median of $63,250 per year (2026-05, 4 postings).
NOC code
41300 — Social workers. This is the code you enter for Express Entry, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), and Job Bank.
Licensing and qualifications
Yes. The title "social worker" is protected; practitioners must be registered with the provincial college or association of social workers.
What employers ask for: A BSW or MSW from an accredited program, current provincial registration, and a vulnerable-sector check; many roles also need experience with a specific population.
LMIA and immigration
None of the current social worker postings in Alberta are flagged LMIA-eligible. Newcomers can also look at the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) and the LMIA employer list.
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Frequently asked questions
- What is the average salary for a social worker in Alberta?
- The median salary for social workers in Alberta is $63,250 per year, with most postings between $51,680 and $73,750 (2026-05).
- Do I need a Canadian licence to work as a social worker in Alberta?
- Yes. Yes. The title "social worker" is protected; practitioners must be registered with the provincial college or association of social workers.
- What is the NOC code for social worker?
- The NOC 2021 code for social worker is 41300 (Social workers). This is the code used for Express Entry, the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP), and Job Bank.