Senior Social Worker - EDRP Eligible

Veterans Health Administration; Chillicothe (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a licensed Master’s level Social Worker to provide advanced practice social work services in a patient-centered setting. The role emphasizes independent psychosocial assessment, intervention, and advocacy for Veterans and their families.

Eligibility for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) is noted, with program details handled by the Education Loan Repayment Services. Requires CSWE-accredited MSW and licensure at the master's level.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work required and CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensure as a social worker at the master's level required to practice independently.
• Experience: at least two years post-advanced practice licensure; at least one year at GS-11 level or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Independently assess psychosocial functioning and needs of patients and their family members.
• Identify patient strengths, weaknesses, coping skills, and psychosocial acuity; plan interventions accordingly.
• Advocate with community services and agencies when it serves the patient and family.

Skills

Advanced practice social work

Clinical social work

Assessment skills

Advocacy

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a licensed Master’s level Social Worker to provide advanced practice social work services in a patient-centered setting. The role emphasizes independent psychosocial assessment, intervention, and advocacy for Veterans and their families.

Eligibility for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) is noted, with program details handled by the Education Loan Repayment Services. Requires CSWE-accredited MSW and licensure at the master's level.