Social Worker (Substance Abuse)

US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA; El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The William Beaumont Army Medical Center in El Paso, TX is seeking a Social Worker (Substance Abuse) for Federal Direct Hire.

This position requires a Master’s degree in Social Work, an active independent social work license in the U.S., and at least one year of specialized experience conducting clinical assessments, formulating treatment plans, and providing professional counseling to substance abuse patients.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Active, independent social work clinical licensure in the U.S.
• One year of specialized experience: clinical assessments, treatment planning, and counseling for substance abuse patients.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Treatment planning

Counseling

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Job description

About the Position

This position is located at William Beaumont Army Medical Center's Mental Health Services in El Paso, Texas.

• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service.
• Student Loan repayment may be authorized.

Direct Hire Solicitation. Who May Apply: US Citizens

In order to qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.

Basic Requirements for Social Worker (Substance Abuse)

Degree: Master's degree (or higher degree) in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. (Note: You must attach a copy of your transcript.)

License: A current, active, valid, and unrestricted independent social work clinical licensure from a U.S. State, District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction is required. (Note: You must attach a copy of your license.)

In addition to meeting the basic requirements above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:

Specialized Experience

One year of specialized experience which includes conducting clinical assessments of substance abuse patients; formulating mental health treatment plans; and providing professional counseling to substance abuse patients.

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.