Senior Social Worker – Suicide Prevention Specialist

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair

Hampton (VA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 120,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

The Department of Veterans Affairs Hampton VA Medical Center seeks a Senior Social Worker (GS-12) within the Suicide Prevention Program of the MHBS Service Line. The role emphasizes advanced clinical practice with veterans, licensure requirements, and the ability to coordinate care across multidisciplinary teams.

Ideal candidates bring crisis intervention expertise, veteran-focused care experience, and the capacity to supervise or mentor staff while contributing to program development and

Qualifications

Master's degree in social work from CSWE-accredited program.
Licensed or certified to independently practice social work at the master's level; state licensure required for GS-11+.
Two years of post-advanced practice experience; at least one year at GS-11 level.
Licensure/certification required for higher grades; supervision responsibilities may be assigned.

Responsibilities

Provide advanced psychosocial assessments and evidence-based interventions.
Develop and implement treatment plans and discharge recommendations.
Perform crisis intervention and suicide prevention within veteran population.
Offer consultation to colleagues and students; mentor staff and students where applicable.
Contribute to program evaluation, policy development, and quality improvement.

Skills

Advanced clinical skills

Crisis intervention

Suicide prevention

Supervision

Veteran-focused care

Education

MSW (CSWE-accredited)

Job description

Ideal candidates bring crisis intervention expertise, veteran-focused care experience, and the capacity to supervise or mentor staff while contributing to program development and

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