Veterans Social Worker: Holistic Care & Crisis Support

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Leavenworth (KS); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligibility

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Leavenworth, KS seeks a social worker to join the Veterans Health Administration. You will perform biopsychosocial assessments, coordinate case management, and provide short-term psychotherapy within an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes advocacy, community referrals, crisis intervention, and education of Veterans and families, with potential EDRP support and federal benefits. Monday–Friday schedule is typical.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from CSWE-accredited program.
• Licensed/certified to independently practice social work at the master's level.
• English language proficiency for professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Complete biopsychosocial assessments in collaboration with the Veteran and care team.
• Provide case management and discharge planning with community resources.
• Develop and implement treatment plans with the interdisciplinary team.
• Offer short-term individual and group psychotherapy as clinically indicated.
• Coordinate referrals to VA/community services and document interactions.

Skills

Community resources knowledge

Psychosocial assessment

Psychotherapy

Crisis intervention

Advocacy

Education

Master's degree in social work (CSWE accredited)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Leavenworth, KS seeks a social worker to join the Veterans Health Administration. You will perform biopsychosocial assessments, coordinate case management, and provide short-term psychotherapy within an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes advocacy, community referrals, crisis intervention, and education of Veterans and families, with potential EDRP support and federal benefits. Monday–Friday schedule is typical.