Senior Social Worker – IPV & Trauma Care Leader

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligible

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Houston is seeking a licensed clinical social worker to lead an IPV-focused program within the medical center.

You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care and assess risk and safety for Veterans and families. Applicants must hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited school, be licensed to practice social work in the state, and meet VA qualification standards.

Qualifications

• US citizenship or as required by VA policy
• English proficiency in speaking and writing
• MSW from CSWE-accredited school
• CSWE candidacy status does not meet requirement
• Must be state-licensed or certified to practice social work
• Two years post-advanced practice experience; one year at GS-11 level
• Strong knowledge of IPV/domestic violence interventions

Responsibilities

• Develops and implements IPV programs aligned with VA initiatives
• Manages information systems to track visits, referrals, demographics, and satisfaction
• Develops and evaluates clinical guidelines for service utilization
• Provides education and in-service training on IPV to VA staff

Skills

English language proficiency

Communication skills

Supervision ability

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (CSWE-accredited)

Licensed or certified to independently practice social work

Doctoral degree not substitute for MSW

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Houston is seeking a licensed clinical social worker to lead an IPV-focused program within the medical center.

You will coordinate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient-centered care and assess risk and safety for Veterans and families. Applicants must hold an MSW from a CSWE-accredited school, be licensed to practice social work in the state, and meet VA qualification standards.