SOCIAL WORKER - SENIOR

Arizona State Government; Flagstaff (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Remote work option

Job summary

Arizona State Veterans' Home in Flagstaff, part of the Arizona State Government, is seeking a Senior Social Worker to lead social services, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality care for veterans and their families. The role focuses on assessments, care planning, regulatory compliance, and coordination with VA referrals.

The position offers meaningful work with a lifetime pension and health benefits, a strong team environment, and opportunities for professional growth within the Arizona

Qualifications

• Active social work license issued by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners upon placement into position
• Ability to obtain and retain a valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Ability to drive a vehicle in the course of conducting State business and possession of a current, valid, state-issued driver's license
• Current Negative Tb skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last 6 months or a written statement from a physician, physician’s assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from tuberculosis

Responsibilities

• Plans, organizes and supervises the social services program of the Arizona State Veteran Home
• Ensures timely completion of assessments and documentation per federal and state regulations and facility policies and procedures
• Ensures compliance with the PASRR process
• Supervises subordinate staff to ensure the goals and objectives of the work unit are met
• Plans, organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of the Social Services staff
• Reviews and evaluates job performance of staff through monthly coaching sessions and annual appraisals
• Addresses staff problems and recommends disciplinary actions
• Interviews and selects staff
• Oversees discharge planning to ensure safety and clear communication
• Monitors Medicare notices to ensure timely delivery to beneficiaries
• Completes consults for referrals to VA
• Works with residents, families, and staff to ensure Residents’ Rights
• Assists in projecting department budget and monitors expenditures
• Maintains a personal caseload of assigned veterans/members
• Attends and participates in meetings and serves on committees

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Counseling

Case management

Resident assessment

Developing care plans

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Supervision & management

Education

Master’s degree in social work

Job description

DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS' SERVICES

For Veterans and those who care for them.

SENIOR SOCIAL WORKER

Job Location:

Arizona State Veterans' Home - Flagstaff
2100 North Gemini Drive
Flagstaff, Arizona 86001

Posting Details:

Salary: $65,000.00 - $68,000.00 (DOE)

Grade: 23

Closing Date: September 2, 2026

Job Summary:

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (AZDVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so that they can thrive for a lifetime!

We are looking for a compassionate Senior Social Worker.

Your rewards:

• Incomparable Benefits: Our program provides the opportunity to receive a pension and healthcare benefits for a lifetime.
• Meaningful Work: Your dedication will directly enhance the lives of veterans and their family members, providing them with the care and respect that they deserve.
• Professional Growth: You will engage in continuous learning and improvement through the Arizona Management System (AMS).

Your contribution:

• Outstanding Service: Provide the best assistance to veterans to improve their quality of life
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in facility meetings, training sessions, and the implementation of the Arizona Management System (AMS) to achieve continuous improvement and efficiency
• Team Collaboration: Work with other professionals to use your expertise while improving your knowledge, skills, and abilities

Job Duties:

• Plans, organizes and supervises the social services program of the Arizona State Veteran Home
• Ensures timely completion of assessments and documentation per federal and state regulations and facility policies and procedures
• Ensures compliance with the PASRR (Preadmission Screening and Resident Review) process
• Supervises subordinate staff to ensure the goals and objectives of the work unit are met
• Plans, organizes, assigns, and reviews the work of the Social Services staff
• Reviews and evaluates job performance of staff through monthly 1 on 1 coaching sessions and annual performance appraisals
• Addresses staff problems and recommends disciplinary actions
• Interviews and selects staff
• Oversees clinically appropriate discharge planning to ensure it is safe and communicated effectively to all involved stakeholders
• Monitors Medicare notices to ensure timely delivery to beneficiaries per federal law
• Completes consults for referrals to specialist at the Veterans Administration (VA)
• Works with residents, families, and staff to ensure that veterans/members are treated in accordance with Resident’s Rights
• Assists in projecting department budget working within budget parameters and monitors expenditures
• Maintains a personal caseload of assigned veterans/members
• Attends and participates in various meetings and serves on committees

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (KSAs):

Knowledge of:

• Veterans Administration, CMS, and State regulatory standards
• Social Services programs and principles of social work
• Geriatric psychiatric issues
• Geriatric disease processes
• Side effects of psychotropic medications
• Physical and chemical restraints
• Community resources
• Governmental policies and programs that affect our clientele
• Long-term care billing standards
• MDS system

Skills in:

• Verbal and written communication
• Counseling
• Case management
• Resident assessment
• Developing care plans
• Analytical skills
• Problem solving
• Supervision and management

Ability to:

• Establish and maintain interpersonal relationships at all organizational levels
• Utilize the facility's IT program and maintain and record assessments and care plans
• Maintain the highest level of confidentiality

Selective Preference(s):

• Master’s degree in social work
• One year of supervisory experience in a health care setting
• Experience in long-term care

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Active social work license issued by the Arizona Board of Behavioral Health Examiners upon placement into position
• Ability to obtain and retain a valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Ability to drive a vehicle in the course of conducting State business and possession of a current, valid, state-issued driver's license
• Current Negative Tb skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last 6 months or a written statement from a physician, physician’s assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or tuberculosis

If this position requires driving or the use of a vehicle as an essential function of the job to conduct State business, then the following requirements apply: Driver’s License Requirements.

All newly hired State employees are subject to and must successfully complete the Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify).

Benefits:

The Arizona Department of Veterans' Services offers a comprehensive benefits package to include:

• Sick leave
• Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
• Health and dental insurance
• Retirement plan
• Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
• Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

By providing the option of a full-time or part-time remote work schedule, employees enjoy improved work/life balance, report higher job satisfaction, and are more productive. Remote work is a management option and not an employee entitlement or right. An agency may terminate a remote work agreement at its discretion.

Learn more about the Paid Parental Leave pilot program here. For a complete list of benefits provided by The State of Arizona, please visit our benefits page

Retirement:

Positions in this classification participate in the Arizona State Retirement System (ASRS). Please note, enrollment eligibility will become effective after 27 weeks of employment.

Contact Us:

If you have any questions please feel free to contact [e-mail] for assistance.

The State of Arizona is an Equal Opportunity/Reasonable Accommodation Employer.