Veteran-Focused Social Worker | EDRP Eligible

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

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States seeks a licensed Master of Social Work professional to provide psychosocial assessments and counseling to Veterans and their families.

The role emphasizes treatment planning, crisis intervention, and coordination with medical and community resources. The ideal candidate will hold a CSWE-accredited MSW, state licensure or certification at an advanced level, and the ability to supervise licensure processes where applicable.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Social Work from a CSWE-accredited program. Verification of degree via CSWE site.
• Licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the advanced level; supervision for licensure may be provided if still in process.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments and counseling for Veterans and their families, caregivers, and survivors.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and coordinate with healthcare and community resources.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, staff, and community agencies.
• Apply crisis intervention techniques and advocate for Veterans' needs.

Skills

Veteran-centered interventions

Psychosocial assessments

Treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Client communication

Community coordination

Medical terminology

Education

Master's degree in Social Work (CSWE-accredited)

Licensed or certified to independently practice social work at the advanced level

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in the United States seeks a licensed Master of Social Work professional to provide psychosocial assessments and counseling to Veterans and their families.

The role emphasizes treatment planning, crisis intervention, and coordination with medical and community resources. The ideal candidate will hold a CSWE-accredited MSW, state licensure or certification at an advanced level, and the ability to supervise licensure processes where applicable.