Healthcare Social Worker (GS-11) – EDRP Eligible

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Buffalo, NY seeks a Social Worker at the GS-11 level with a master’s degree in social work and state licensure. The role involves psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and coordinating community resources for eligible veterans and their families.

Applicants must meet basic requirements, including citizenship and English proficiency. ED RP benefits may be available; competitive benefits accompany federal employment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of community resources and ability to coordinate referrals.
• Skill in psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions.
• Understanding of medical/mental health diagnoses and treatments.
• Ability to implement diverse treatment modalities for individuals and families.
• Provide consultation to new social workers and students.

Responsibilities

• Apply KSAs to assess and treat patients within health care settings.
• Coordinate services and referrals to community resources.
• Develop and implement treatment plans across psychiatric, medical, and social needs.
• Provide guidance to junior staff and students on psychosocial care approaches.

Skills

Community resources knowledge

Psychosocial assessments

Interventions (treatment)

Medical/mental health terminology

Clinical consultation

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited)

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs in Buffalo, NY seeks a Social Worker at the GS-11 level with a master’s degree in social work and state licensure. The role involves psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and coordinating community resources for eligible veterans and their families.

Applicants must meet basic requirements, including citizenship and English proficiency. ED RP benefits may be available; competitive benefits accompany federal employment.