Senior Social Worker - GeriPACT (Telework Eligible)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 94,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Senior Social Worker for the TVC Bay Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System in Harlingen, TX. The role supports the GeriPACT team, coordinating psychosocial care for severely disabled and aging veterans to maximize independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities include planning, documentation in CPRS, and mentoring staff. Telework is eligible; salary range posted is $93,537 to $121,601 per year.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work must be CSWE-accredited.
• Education from accredited institutions recognized by the US Department of Education.
• Eligibility for licensure or specialty certification supervision as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with medicine and specialty clinics to improve veteran health care.
• Develop the psychosocial component of the treatment plan for geriatric patients.
• Address Advance Directives, Organ Donation, Guardianship, and Goals of Care.
• Document interventions in CPRS promptly and accurately.
• Teach and mentor staff; provide supervision for licensure or certifications.

Skills

Psychosocial assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Mentorship/teaching staff

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Senior Social Worker for the TVC Bay Texas Valley Coastal Bend Health Care System in Harlingen, TX. The role supports the GeriPACT team, coordinating psychosocial care for severely disabled and aging veterans to maximize independence and quality of life.

Responsibilities include planning, documentation in CPRS, and mentoring staff. Telework is eligible; salary range posted is $93,537 to $121,601 per year.