BHIP Social Worker — Veterans Behavioral Health Specialist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Sandusky (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker (GS-0185) to support Veterans and their families, using counseling, assessment, and collaborative care planning in a diverse community. Must hold a CSWE-accredited MSW, be licensed or certified where required, and be proficient in English.

Position notes include eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) and potential grandfathering; appointment decisions depend on licensure status and state prerequisites;

Qualifications

• Citizenship: United States citizenship required.
• Education: MSW from CSWE-accredited program; doctoral degree not substituting for MSW.
• Licensure: Licensure/certification required for independent social work practice.
• English: Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Responsibilities

• Assemble and implement treatment plans based on psychosocial assessments.
• Engage Veterans and family members from diverse backgrounds with counseling techniques.
• Coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams and community resources.
• Maintain professional licensure requirements and documentation as per VA standards.

Skills

Counseling skills

Psychosocial assessment

Treatment planning

Communication skills

Culturally competent care

Education

MSW degree (CSWE accredited)

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker (GS-0185) to support Veterans and their families, using counseling, assessment, and collaborative care planning in a diverse community. Must hold a CSWE-accredited MSW, be licensed or certified where required, and be proficient in English.

Position notes include eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) and potential grandfathering; appointment decisions depend on licensure status and state prerequisites;