Veteran-Centric Social Worker (PACT) – MSW, EDRP Eligible

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Spokane (WA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States seeks a Social Worker at the GS-9 to GS-11 level. The role requires a master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and licensure to practice independently.

Applicants must meet specific VA criteria and may be eligible for EDRP, with certain obligations and timelines. The position emphasizes veteran-centered care, comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and collaborative engagement with care teams to deliver effective

Qualifications

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Responsibilities

• Provide interventions and counseling to Veterans, their families, caregivers, and survivors.
• Assess psychosocial functioning and needs to formulate and implement a treatment plan.
• Apply evidence-based treatment modalities with individuals, families, and groups to achieve goals.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and community agencies.
• Demonstrate knowledge of medical/mental health diagnoses, treatments, and terminology to inform care.

Skills

Veterans-focused care

Crisis intervention

Psychosocial assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (CSWE accredited)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States seeks a Social Worker at the GS-9 to GS-11 level. The role requires a master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program and licensure to practice independently.

Applicants must meet specific VA criteria and may be eligible for EDRP, with certain obligations and timelines. The position emphasizes veteran-centered care, comprehensive psychosocial assessments, and collaborative engagement with care teams to deliver effective