HUD-VASH Social Worker: Veteran Housing & Support

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Columbus, OH seeks a Social Worker for the HUD-VASH program.

You will provide psychosocial services to Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness and coordinate care in the community, typically at the Veteran's residence, collaborating with VA case management and housing resources. The role requires a master's degree in social work, state licensure, and ability to work with diverse Veterans and families.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work required; CSWE accredited.
• Must be licensed or certificated to independently practice social work.
• Demonstrated ability to work with Veterans and families from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to assess psychosocial functioning and develop treatment plans.
• Knowledge of community resources and ability to coordinate services.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial services to Veterans in HUD-VASH, primarily in the community.
• Assess needs, formulate treatment plans, and monitor progress.
• Collaborate with housing, VA case management, and community resources.

Skills

Counseling skills

Interpersonal communication

Crisis intervention

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Team collaboration

Education

Master's degree in social work (CSWE)

Licensed or certified by a state

Doctoral degree in social work (substitution option)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Columbus, OH seeks a Social Worker for the HUD-VASH program.

You will provide psychosocial services to Veterans experiencing or at risk of homelessness and coordinate care in the community, typically at the Veteran's residence, collaborating with VA case management and housing resources. The role requires a master's degree in social work, state licensure, and ability to work with diverse Veterans and families.