Veterans Housing Outreach Social Worker - EDRP Eligible

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker (GS-9/GS-11) to provide psychosocial support to Veterans and their families. This role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, care planning, and coordination with community resources in a structured VA environment.

Applicants must have an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and be licensed for independent practice at the MSW level (licensure required for GS-11).

Qualifications

• Citizenship: U.S. citizenship is required.
• Education: Master’s degree in social work from CSWE-accredited program; transcript required.
• Licensure: State license for independent practice at MSW level; required for GS-11.
• English: Proficient in spoken and written English.
• Exceptions: GS-9 may be considered without licensure; GS-11 requires license.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychosocial assessments and formulate treatment plans for Veterans and families.
• Coordinate referrals to community and governmental resources.
• Deliver individual, family, and group counseling as needed.
• Communicate effectively with clients, staff, and partner agencies.
• Maintain VA documentation and ensure compliance with policies.

Skills

Counseling with Veterans & families

Assess psychosocial functioning

Treatment planning with crisis skills

Interagency coordination

Effective communication

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

Doctoral degree may substitute for 1 year experience

Job description

The United States Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker (GS-9/GS-11) to provide psychosocial support to Veterans and their families. This role emphasizes comprehensive assessments, care planning, and coordination with community resources in a structured VA environment.

Applicants must have an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program and be licensed for independent practice at the MSW level (licensure required for GS-11).