Senior Social Worker - EDRP Eligible

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Senior Social Worker (GS-12) to provide advanced clinical social work services within the Veterans Health Administration. The candidate must hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and be licensed at the advanced practice level.

Eligibility for EDRP and VA policy compliance are required considerations. The role emphasizes conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and

Qualifications

• Must possess a master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensed or certified to independently practice social work at the advanced level.
• Proficiency in English (spoken and written).
• U.S. Citizenship required; non-citizens considered only as allowed by VA policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments and treatment planning for veterans and their families.
• Deliver individual, group, and family counseling in accordance with clinical privileges.
• Coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care.
• Manage patient privacy and confidentiality per VA policies.

Skills

Advanced clinical practice

Psychosocial assessment

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Education

Master’s in Social Work (CSWE accredited)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Senior Social Worker (GS-12) to provide advanced clinical social work services within the Veterans Health Administration. The candidate must hold a Master’s degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program and be licensed at the advanced practice level.

Eligibility for EDRP and VA policy compliance are required considerations. The role emphasizes conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments, coordinating multidisciplinary care, and