Veteran-Centric Social Worker, BHIP Program (GS-11)

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; White City (OR); On-site; USD 68,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker (GS-09/11) in Oregon. This position supports Veterans and their families through comprehensive psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and coordination of community resources.

Candidates must hold a CSWE-accredited MSW, be licensed or eligible for licensure, and demonstrate knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses. English proficiency required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensed or certified to independently practice social work at MSW level; waiver for GS-9 possible.
• Proficient English language skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide interventions and counseling to Veterans and families.
• Assess psychosocial functioning and formulate treatment plans.
• Implement treatment modalities with individuals, families, and groups.
• Coordinate referrals to community and governmental services.
• Provide consultation to new social workers and trainees.

Skills

Veteran-centric interventions

Psychosocial assessment

Treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Client counseling

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (CSWE accredited)

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker (GS-09/11) in Oregon. This position supports Veterans and their families through comprehensive psychosocial assessments, treatment planning, and coordination of community resources.

Candidates must hold a CSWE-accredited MSW, be licensed or eligible for licensure, and demonstrate knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses. English proficiency required.