HUD-VASH Social Worker: Veteran Housing & Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs, Housing and Urban Development Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program, delivers psychosocial services to Veterans facing homelessness and at risk of homelessness. Social workers provide case management and community-based support, often in the Veteran's residence, with licensure and CSWE-accredited training required.

GS-9/GS-11 level roles emphasize assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with Veterans, families, and community

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from CSWE-accredited program.
• Ability to perform counseling and psychosocial assessments.
• Competence in treatment planning and crisis intervention.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial services to Veterans in HUD-VASH, including case management and community-based care.
• Assess Veterans and families; formulate and implement treatment plans; address psychosocial needs.
• Coordinate with community agencies and healthcare providers; support veterans experiencing homelessness or at risk.

Skills

Counseling skills

Psychosocial assessment

Treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Interprofessional communication

Medical terminology

Education

Master's in Social Work

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs, Housing and Urban Development Veterans Affairs Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) program, delivers psychosocial services to Veterans facing homelessness and at risk of homelessness. Social workers provide case management and community-based support, often in the Veteran's residence, with licensure and CSWE-accredited training required.

GS-9/GS-11 level roles emphasize assessment, treatment planning, and collaboration with Veterans, families, and community