Senior Social Work Program Manager - Mental Health

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Tacoma (WA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

VA Puget Sound Health Care System in Tacoma, WA, seeks a Social Worker (Program Coordinator) to lead the Outpatient Mental Health section. You will manage administrative and clinical operations within the American Lake Division as part of the Mental Health Service Line.

The role requires a CSWE-accredited MSW, state licensure, and strong coordination with diverse teams to improve veteran care and program outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensed or certified to independently practice social work at the master's level.
• Proficient in English (spoken and written).

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative and clinical aspects of the Outpatient Mental Health section.
• Provide supervision for licensure and program staff.
• Collaborate with internal/external partners to advance patient-centered care.

Skills

Program management

Clinical supervision

Interagency collaboration

MSW licensure

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (CSWE accredited)

Job description

VA Puget Sound Health Care System in Tacoma, WA, seeks a Social Worker (Program Coordinator) to lead the Outpatient Mental Health section. You will manage administrative and clinical operations within the American Lake Division as part of the Mental Health Service Line.

The role requires a CSWE-accredited MSW, state licensure, and strong coordination with diverse teams to improve veteran care and program outcomes.