Veterans Social Worker - EDRP Eligible, Impactful Care

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker, GS-9 or GS-11, to provide comprehensive psychosocial care for Veterans and their families. Core duties include assessment, counseling, and care coordination within VHA guidelines.

Eligibility includes a CSWE-accredited MSW, state licensure, and adherence to VA policies. Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility may apply; refer to VA Education Loan Repayment Services for details.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from CSWE-accredited school.
• Licensed or certified to independently practice social work at the master’s level.
• U.S. Citizenship required; non-citizens only per VA policy if recruitment of citizens is not possible.
• Doctoral degree cannot substitute for a MSW; licensure exception applies at GS-9 only.

Responsibilities

• Provide veteran-centric interventions and counseling for Veterans, families, caregivers, and survivors.
• Assess psychosocial functioning and develop/implement treatment plans with identified problems and needs.
• Apply various treatment modalities with individuals, families, and groups to achieve goals.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships; communicate with clients, staff, and community agencies.

Skills

Counseling

Psychosocial assessment

Community resources

Communication

Medical terminology

Education

MSW degree

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker, GS-9 or GS-11, to provide comprehensive psychosocial care for Veterans and their families. Core duties include assessment, counseling, and care coordination within VHA guidelines.

Eligibility includes a CSWE-accredited MSW, state licensure, and adherence to VA policies. Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility may apply; refer to VA Education Loan Repayment Services for details.