Social Worker

Griffiths Prince & Associates; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive training opportunities

Professional growth access

Mission-driven work environment

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Tucson, Arizona is seeking a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) to join the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System. This role involves conducting thorough biopsychosocial assessments, providing crisis intervention, and facilitating discharge planning to connect veterans with essential community resources. Successful candidates will hold a Masters in Social Work and possess current LCSW licensure. This position offers the chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those who served our nation.

Qualifications

• Current, full, and unrestricted LCSW licensure in any U.S. state or territory.
• Minimum of two years of recent experience in social work, preferably within healthcare or veteran services.
• Proficiency in English (spoken, written, and read).

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments.
• Provide crisis intervention and mental health evaluations.
• Facilitate discharge planning for veterans.

Skills

Compassion

Crisis intervention

Communication

Team collaboration

Assessment skills

Education

Masters in Social Work (MSW)

Job description

Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) VA Healthcare System

Are you a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of veterans? Join our team at the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS), where you’ll have the opportunity to provide exceptional care while working alongside a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop tailored plans to address social determinants of health.
• Provide crisis intervention, suicide risk assessments, and mental health evaluations.
• Facilitate discharge planning, connecting veterans to community resources and services such as home health care, rehabilitation, and housing.
• Lead family meetings and goals-of-care discussions to ensure holistic patient-centered support.
• Document care plans and safety measures in the medical record, ensuring compliance with VA policies.
• Identify and address instances of abuse or neglect, consulting as appropriate.
• Assist veterans with advance directives, petitions for inpatient psychiatric care, and accessing benefits.

Qualifications:

• Masters in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
• Current, full, and unrestricted LCSW licensure in any U.S. state or territory.
• Minimum of two years of recent experience in social work, preferably within healthcare or veteran services.
• Proficiency in English (spoken, written, and read).
• Commitment to VA standards of professionalism, decorum, and customer service.

Physical Requirementsh3>

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50-100 lbs.
• Prolonged standing, walking, bending, kneeling, and reaching during patient interactions and treatments.

Why Join Us?

• Mission-Driven Work: Make a difference by serving those who have served our nation.
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive, interdisciplinary setting.
• Comprehensive Training: Stay at the forefront of your field with ongoing education and training opportunities.
• Professional Growth: Access career advancement opportunities in a respected healthcare system.

Hours of Operation:

Our facility operates 24/7, offering rotating shifts to meet staffing needs, including coverage during federal holidays. A typical workweek consists of 40 hours, with specific schedules determined by the Department Director and Contracting Officer's Representative (COR).

Equal Opportunity Employer

We welcome all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Ready to Serve Those Who Served?

Apply today to join a team committed to excellence, compassion, and supporting the health and well-being of our veterans.