Social Worker - Veteran Care & Community Support

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Veterans Administration (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs in the Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System seeks a Social Worker to deliver psychosocial assessments and evidence-based interventions for Veterans and families. The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and community partners within the VA.

Requirements include a CSWE-accredited MSW, state licensure, and English proficiency. Preference given to healthcare experience and knowledge of VA resources.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work fromCSWE-accredited program; doctoral degree may substitute only at GS-11.
• Must be licensed or certified to independently practice social work in state.
• Proficiency in English for speaking and writing is required.

Responsibilities

• Assess psychosocial needs of Veterans and families and formulate treatment plans.
• Deliver individual, family, and group interventions to achieve goals.
• Coordinate referrals to community and governmental services as needed.
• Maintain effective relationships with clients, staff, and community partners.
• Apply knowledge of medical/mental health conditions to guide care planning.

Skills

Counseling Veterans

Crisis intervention

Assessment of psychosocial needs

Treatment planning

Communication with diverse groups

Education

Master's degree in Social Work

Doctoral degree in Social Work (substitution at GS-11)

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs in the Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System seeks a Social Worker to deliver psychosocial assessments and evidence-based interventions for Veterans and families. The role emphasizes collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and community partners within the VA.

Requirements include a CSWE-accredited MSW, state licensure, and English proficiency. Preference given to healthcare experience and knowledge of VA resources.