Senior Geriatric Social Worker - Telework Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Long Beach (CA); Hybrid; USD 115,000 - 149,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Long Beach Health Care System, is seeking a Senior Social Worker to support the Geriatric Consultation Program and GeriPACT.

You will perform psychosocial assessments, care coordination, and geriatric-focused services for Veterans with cognitive impairment and complex health needs, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include treatment planning, counseling, caregiver support, and coordinating referrals to VA benefits and

Qualifications

• Comprehensive psychosocial assessments and follow-up for Veterans.
• Collaborate with Veterans, families, caregivers, and interdisciplinary teams.
• Coordinate referrals and community placements with VA and partners.

Responsibilities

• Complete psychosocial assessments and follow-ups for GeriPACT Veterans.
• Develop and review individualized treatment plans with Veterans and families.
• Provide counseling, psychoeducation, and support groups for Veterans and caregivers.
• Coordinate services, benefits education, and community resources.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Care coordination

Counseling

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Suicide risk assessment

Tools

Electronic Health Records (EHR)

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, VA Long Beach Health Care System, is seeking a Senior Social Worker to support the Geriatric Consultation Program and GeriPACT.

You will perform psychosocial assessments, care coordination, and geriatric-focused services for Veterans with cognitive impairment and complex health needs, in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include treatment planning, counseling, caregiver support, and coordinating referrals to VA benefits and