Licensed Social Worker – EDRP Eligible (Mental Health)

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Carbondale (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a qualified Social Worker (GS-11) to provide psychosocial assessments, care coordination, and treatment planning within a VA health care setting.

The position emphasizes licensure and CSWE-accredited education, with eligibility for EDRP education debt reduction. Applicants must hold a master's in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and be licensed to practice in their state.

Qualifications

• Must have a master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's level.
• Experience in health care or social work settings is required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions independently.
• Coordinate services and referrals to community and other governmental agencies.
• Develop and implement treatment plans considering medical/mental health conditions.
• Provide consultation to new social workers and students.

Skills

Community resources knowledge

Psychosocial assessment

Treatment planning

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master's degree in social work (CSWE)

Doctoral degree may substitute (not required)

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a qualified Social Worker (GS-11) to provide psychosocial assessments, care coordination, and treatment planning within a VA health care setting.

The position emphasizes licensure and CSWE-accredited education, with eligibility for EDRP education debt reduction. Applicants must hold a master's in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and be licensed to practice in their state.