Ambulatory Care Social Worker — Crisis & Care Coordination

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 62,000 - 116,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Federal pension & 401(K)

Health/vision/dental coverage

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Boise VA Medical Center seeks a Social Worker in Social Work Service to support outpatient care across the Boise VAMC catchment area. The incumbent will conduct assessments, provide evaluation and short-term interventions, and coordinate with the care team for veterans in ambulatory settings.

The role emphasizes crisis assessment, health promotion, and education about VA resources and benefits, with thorough documentation in the electronic medical record.

Qualifications

• MSW from an accredited school.
• Eligibility for federal employment.
• Experience in outpatient social work settings.
• Ability to assess psychosocial issues in veterans.

Responsibilities

• Assess, evaluate, and treat veterans in ambulatory care.
• Provide short-term, solution-focused options.
• Coordinate care with interdisciplinary team.
• Educate veterans and families about VA resources and benefits.
• Provide crisis management and referral when needed.

Skills

Assessment skills

Crisis intervention

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Documentation in EHR

Education

Master's in Social Work

Tools

EHR (VA CPRS)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Boise VA Medical Center seeks a Social Worker in Social Work Service to support outpatient care across the Boise VAMC catchment area. The incumbent will conduct assessments, provide evaluation and short-term interventions, and coordinate with the care team for veterans in ambulatory settings.

The role emphasizes crisis assessment, health promotion, and education about VA resources and benefits, with thorough documentation in the electronic medical record.