Veterans Social Worker, Patient Aligned Care Team

US-Department-of-Veterans-Affair; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial interventions and care coordination for Veterans and their families in a GS-9 to GS-11 capacity. A CSWE-accredited MSW and state licensure are required, with English proficiency essential for effective communication.

Applicants must meet basic VA criteria, with opportunities for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility and career progression within the VHA system.

Qualifications

• Master of Social Work from CSWE-accredited program.
• Must be licensed or certified to independently practice social work at the MSW level.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English is required for appointment.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychosocial assessments and develop treatment plans for Veterans and family members.
• Coordinate services with community resources and health care providers.
• Deliver individual, family, and group interventions to address psychosocial needs.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, staff, and community agencies.

Skills

Veteran-centric care

Psychosocial assessments

Treatment planning

Crisis intervention

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Client advocacy

Education

MSW CSWE-accredited

State licensure/certification

Doctoral degree not substituting MSW

Job description

The US Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a Social Worker to provide psychosocial interventions and care coordination for Veterans and their families in a GS-9 to GS-11 capacity. A CSWE-accredited MSW and state licensure are required, with English proficiency essential for effective communication.

Applicants must meet basic VA criteria, with opportunities for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility and career progression within the VHA system.