Social Worker, Veterans Care (EDRP Eligible)

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

US Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Social Worker (GS-9/11 level) to assess, plan, and implement psychosocial care for Veterans and their families. This role emphasizes counseling, treatment planning, and coordination with community resources. Applicants must have an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and current state licensure, with proficient English.

Travel and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including family support, are expected as part of comprehensive patient care.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work degree from CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensure or certification by a state to independently practice social work at MSW level.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English as required by VA policy.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate ability to work with Veterans and families from diverse backgrounds using counseling skills.
• Assess psychosocial functioning and needs and formulate a treatment plan.
• Implement treatment modalities with individuals, families, and groups to achieve goals.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and community agencies.

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

State licensure/certification

English proficiency

Job description

US Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Social Worker (GS-9/11 level) to assess, plan, and implement psychosocial care for Veterans and their families. This role emphasizes counseling, treatment planning, and coordination with community resources. Applicants must have an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and current state licensure, with proficient English.

Travel and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams, including family support, are expected as part of comprehensive patient care.