https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net Latest MHA Career Center Jobs Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:54:01 Z https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22216239/social-worker-i-emergency-department https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22216239/social-worker-i-emergency-department Boardman, Ohio, PRN: Variable Shifts - Primarily 2nd and 3rd Shift Location: Emergency Department and Other Units as Needed Summary: The Social Worker II applies graduate-level clinical social work skills to the psychosocial assessment of individuals, families, and groups and provides graduate-level clinical social work interventions as appropriate to client needs. Responsibilities: 1. Applies graduate-level clinical social work skills to the psychosocial assessment of individuals, families, and groups and provides graduate-level clinical social work interventions as appropriate to client needs. 2. Consults and collaborates with hospital and community professionals and programs, participates in program and organizational assessment, planning, and development according to license guidelines. 3. Seeks professional social work supervision when appropriate for practice or training. 4. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care for the physical, psychological, social, educational, and safety needs of the patients served regardless of age. 5. Other duties as required. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Experience working with all levels within an organization is required. 2. Experience in healthcare is preferred. 3. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software is required. Education and Experience 1. Education: Bachelor's degree in Social Work from accredited Social Work academic program is required. 2. Certification: Licensed Social Worker is required. 3. Years of relevant experience: 3 to 5 years is preferred. 4. Years of experience supervising: None. Status: Onsite Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:39:07 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22166763/social-worker-ii-emergency-department https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22166763/social-worker-ii-emergency-department Boardman, Ohio, Full-Time: 36 Hours Per Week  3 12-Hour Shifts: 8am - 8:30pm Location: Mahoning Valley Emergency Dept.  Summary: The Social Worker II applies graduate-level clinical social work skills to provide comprehensive psychosocial assessments and support services to patients and families/caregivers in the healthcare setting. This role collaborates closely as a member of multidisciplinary healthcare teams to address the social, emotional, and environmental factors affecting the health and well-being of patients. The Social Worker II advocates for patient-/family-centered care, facilitates access to community resources, and promotes positive health outcomes through a trauma-informed and culturally competent lens. Responsibilities: 1. Conducts thorough psychosocial assessments of pediatric patients and families to identify strengths, challenges, and needs related to illness, treatment, and social environment. Supports development of coping strategies within the patient-family. 2. Collaborates with physicians, nurses, therapists, and other healthcare professionals to develop and implement comprehensive care plans. Assists in discharge planning, including arranging transportation, follow-up appointments, and resources needed to ensure ability to follow the care plan. 3. Facilitates communication between the healthcare team, patients, and families to ensure understanding and support during the treatment process. 4. Identifies and addresses barriers to care, including socioeconomic issues, housing, transportation, and access to community resources. Provides consultation, education, training to staff, patients, and families regarding psychosocial issues that impact the delivery of optimal health care services. 5. Provides crisis intervention and support for patients and families experiencing trauma, grief, or emotional distress. 6. Advocates for patients' rights and coordinates referrals to community services, educational programs, and financial assistance. 7. Documents all social work interventions, assessments, and outcomes in accordance with healthcare facility policies and regulatory standards. 8. Participates in multidisciplinary team meetings, case conferences, and professional development activities. 9. Maintains confidentiality and adheres to ethical standards as outlined by the NASW Code of Ethics and institutional policies. 10. Other duties, as required. Other information: Technical Expertise 1. Proficiency in MS Office [Outlook, Excel, Word] or similar software. Experience with electronic health records and ability to maintain accurate records of social work activities. 2. Strong skills in psychosocial assessment, crisis intervention, motivational interviewing, and case management. 3. Demonstrates professional, appropriate, effective, and tactful communication skills, including written, verbal and non-verbal. Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. 4. Knowledge of pediatric health conditions, family dynamics, and child development principles. 5. Familiarity with healthcare systems, insurance processes, and community resources. 6. Experience in trauma-informed care and behavioral health. 7. Cultural competency in diverse populations. Education and Experience 1. Education: Master's degree in social work from an accredited Social Work academic program is required. 2. Licensure: Current, unrestricted licensure as a Licensed Social Worker (LSW) in Ohio is required. 3. Certification: n/a 4. Years of relevant experience: 2 years of experience working with pediatric populations, preferably in a healthcare or hospital setting, is preferred. 5. Years of supervisory experience: n/a Full Time FTE: 0.900000 Status: Onsite Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:39:07 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22224073/senior-social-worker-emergency-department-urgent-care-center https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22224073/senior-social-worker-emergency-department-urgent-care-center Murfreesboro, Tennessee, Summary The incumbent is a Senior Social Worker assigned to the Urgent Care Center with responsibilities to provide direct social work services for adult Veterans and their families who present for services. The incumbent may also be assigned to other areas of Social Work Service which are within the incumbent's scope of practice. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Education: Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going tohttp://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: GS-12 Experience/Education The candidate must have at least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure and should be in a specialized area of social work practice of which - one year must be equivalent to the GS-11 grade level Senior social workers have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment Senior social workers are experts in their specialized area of practice Senior social workers may have certification or other post-masters training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship or equivalent supervised professional experience in a specialty Licensure/Certification Senior social workers must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level which included an advanced generalist or clinical examination - unless they are grandfathered by the state in which they are licensed to practice at the advanced practice level (except for licenses issued in California - which administers its own clinical examination for advanced practice) and they must be able to provide supervision for licensure Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in specialty treatment programs or with special patient populations This includes individual - group - and/or family counseling or psychotherapy and advanced level psychosocial and/or case management Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice Knowledge in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area - utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes Ability to provide specialized consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients in the service delivery area - as well as role modeling effective social work practice skills Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the social work profession - and to write policies - procedures - and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area Assignments For all assignments above the full performance level - the higher-level duties must consist of significant scope - complexity (difficulty) - and variety and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time Senior social workers are licensed or certified to independently practice social work at an advanced level Senior social workers typically practice in a major program area such as but not limited to: Polytrauma Rehabilitation Center or Polytrauma Network Site a Spinal Cord Injury Rehabilitation Center - or a national VHA referral center - such as a national Center for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder or a national Transplant Center - or other program areas of equivalent scope and complexity The senior social worker may be assigned administrative responsibility for clinical program development and is accountable for clinical program effectiveness and modification of service patterns Assignments include clinical settings where they have limited access to onsite supervision such as CBOCs or satellite outpatient clinics The senior social worker collaborates with the other members of the treatment team in the provision of comprehensive health care services to Veterans - ensures equity of access - service - and benefits to this population - ensures the care provided is of the highest quality The senior social worker provides leadership - direction - orientation - coaching - in-service training - staff development - and continuing education programs for assigned social work staff They serve on committees - work groups - and task forces at the facility - VISN and national level - or in the community as deemed appropriate by the supervisor - Social Work Executive or Chief of Social Work Services This assignment is to be relatively few in number based on the size of the facility/service and applying sound position management This assignment must represent substantial additional responsibility over and above that required at the full performance grade level and cannot be used as the full performance level of this occupation Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12 Physical Requirements: The work environment is normally a clinical setting There is exposure to individuals having psychiatric and medical illness and disabilities - including infections - violent or aggressive behavior - and chronic psychiatric or physical problems Travel may be required to meeting patient needs - and may occasionally demand unplanned - irregular tours of duty. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Incumbent must have knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services and ability to coordinate services The incumbent plans - coordinates and carries out the successive steps in fact-finding and analysis of issues in accordance with accepted polices and applicable precedents Collaborates with discipline supervisors including psychiatry - psychology - social work - primary care - and nursing by providing input in hiring - performance reviews - incentives - and discipline Collaborates with clerical supervisors for similar input Offers consultation to colleagues - students - and peers on the bio-psychosocial treatment of patients treated in specialty areas - rendering professional opinions based on experience and expertise and role modeling effective social work practice skills Demonstrates the ability to teach - coach - and mentor staff - students in the ED - specialty care - and care coordination areas of practice and to provide supervision for licensure or specialty certifications Incumbent will demonstrate exceptional maturity and work well with all team members in the ED - Acute Care - Medicine - community partners - and other services needed to meet the needs of the patient and family members Senior Social worker is experienced in making rapid assessments and developing crisis management plans Senior Social worker has access to multiple resource directories to meet the demands of a crisis In the event of a medical or psychiatric emergency - staff will follow the established protocol of the program The incumbent collaborates with interdisciplinary teams in the provision of comprehensive health care services to Veterans receiving care and ensures equity of access - service - and benefits to this population Senior Social Worker will process alleged abuse cases according to policy The incumbent is responsible for furthering their own professional growth through education appropriate to the area of assignment and providing coverage during absences of social work staff members The incumbent may serve on various Social Work Service - medical center - or community-based committees as needed or required The incumbent uses a high level of skill in assessing and treating the complicated biopsychosocial concerns of Veterans and their families/NOK/Surrogate Document's interventions in the Veteran's clinical record when requires utilizing the computerized patient record system (CPRS) and ensures an appropriate hand off information is provided when transferring Veteran care Work Schedule: 07:00am - 3:30pm - Monday - Friday Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 70882F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22194185/senior-social-worker-emergency-department-inpatient-mental-health https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22194185/senior-social-worker-emergency-department-inpatient-mental-health Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Summary This social worker is responsible for behavioral and psychosocial health services for Veterans within the emergency department and inpatient mental health unit located at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System. The incumbent will serve a patient population with highly complex medical and mental health diagnoses. The incumbent is required to exercise advanced judgement and decision making in the provision of evidence-based behavioral interventions - biopsychosocial assessments and risk assessments. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency: Social workers must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005 - Part II - chapter 3 - section A - paragraph 3j - this part Education: Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Grade Determinations: Senior Social Worker - GS-12: Experience and Education: The candidate must have at least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure and should be in a specialized area of social work practice of which - one year must be equivalent to the GS-11 grade level Senior social workers have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment Senior social workers are experts in their specialized area of practice Senior social workers may have certification or other post-masters training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship or equivalent supervised professional experience in a specialty Licensure/Certification: Senior social workers must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level which included an advanced generalist or clinical examination - unless they are grandfathered by the state in which they are licensed to practice at the advanced practice level (except for licenses issued in California - which administers its own clinical examination for advanced practice) and they must be able to provide supervision for licensure Applicants must meet the requirements for providing supervision in the state where they are licensed at the advanced practice level and should list these qualifications within the assessment narrative and their resume Documentation is required if part of your state's requirements for providing supervision for licensure is beyond your licensure only (example: certification of continuing education credits) Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs (submission of a document with written demonstration of KSAs is highly recommended with application) Skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in specialty treatment programs or with special patient populations This includes individual - group - and/or family counseling or psychotherapy and advanced level psychosocial and/or case management Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice Knowledge in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area - utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes Ability to provide specialized consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients in the service delivery area - as well as role modeling effective social work practice skills Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the social work profession - and to write policies - procedures - and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications Failure to demonstrate your experience in your resume may result in disqualification It is strongly recommended that you write to each KSA in your application package The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12 Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Duties Major duties include - but are not limited to the following: The incumbent must use a high level of skill in assessing and treating behavioral and psychosocial concerns in collaboration with the Veteran and their identified support system The incumbent will conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments and risk assessments and participate in development and implementation of treatment plans that guide Veteran care and highlight the Veteran's strengths - preferences - internal/external supports - and service needs in order to optimize the Veteran's functional status The incumbent will rapidly assess Veterans presenting with acute psychiatry emergencies and develop crisis management plans in conjunction with the treatment team The incumbent will provide intensive and comprehensive psychosocial case management and care coordination to facilitate appropriate discharge planning The incumbent will coordinate care with the interdisciplinary team - associated referral sources - and the behavioral/mental health care teams members to integrate psychosocial factors and evidence based treatment into case conceptualization and treatment planning The incumbent will possess advanced training in behavioral medicine - trauma-informed care - motivational interviewing - and working with special populations The incumbent will utilize a high level of skill and expertise to establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with Veterans and is able to work with Veterans and their families who are experiencing a wide range of complicated medical - psychiatric - emotional - behavioral - and psychosocial problems The incumbent will also utilize these skills to navigate team dynamics - promoting patient-centered and closed loop communication The incumbent will act as an advocate when it serves the best interest of the Veteran and family members/caregivers The incumbent will attempt to engage family in the treatment planning and discharge planning process when the Veteran consents The incumbent will possess a working knowledge and experience in use of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures - including acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses - and medical terminology which impact the patient population The incumbent will possess the knowledge and ability to independently implement treatment modalities - provide individual and group psychotherapy and assist with addressing Goals and Care and Advance Directive/Living Will with Veterans The incumbent will provide consultation and education to Veterans and their families regarding community resources - VA benefits and specialty programs - and and balance directives This includes the incumbent's knowledge of the process for accessing and/or coordinating community based service - including information and referral for additional service from other VA programs - and other government programs - and community programs The incumbent will facilitate referrals to other VA programs - other government programs - and community programs based on the Veteran's preference or that of the surrogate decision-maker The incumbent will provide consultation to other treatment team and staff members regarding psychosocial needs of the Veterans and/or their families and the impact of the identified psychosocial problems on the Veterans' health care planning - compliance with treatment - and discharge planning Eligible to serve as a field instructor or preceptor in the state of licensure - may supervise associated health trainee graduate students - and provides a training experience for them Works with students to develop training plans and goals When assigned a student - incumbent will supervise training activities of the student and will adhere VHA Policy Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not eligible Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22070956/emergency-department-consult-psychiatrist https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22070956/emergency-department-consult-psychiatrist Bay Shore, New York, Emergency Department Consult Psychiatrist South Shore University Hospital – Bay Shore, New York The Behavioral Health team at South Shore University Hospital in beautiful Bay Shore, NY is seeking a full-time or part-time BE/BC Psychiatrist. South Shore University Hospital is Northwell’s rapidly expanding tertiary care hospital in the Eastern Region with a recent $600 million investment as part of its transformation: with centers of excellence in heart and lung, neuroscience, neurosurgery, and maternity care. The renovated Emergency Department contains a state-of-the-art locked psychiatric wing built to CPEP specifications, with a multidisciplinary team including social work support. About the Role: Provide Consults to the psych ED, ED-observation area, and medical-surgical floors Team includes Psychiatric NPs, PAs, SWs, medical students, PA students New Psychiatry residency program (with South Oaks Hospital) to commence 2026 Full time Mon-Fri 830a-430p preferred Would consider part-time and/or 12hr shifts (8a-8p) for the right candidate No nights or weekends, no inpatient or outpatient psychiatry responsibilities In-house moonlighting opportunities; extra income for beeper-call and/or weekend shifts A great schedule and fantastic department! Benefits at Northwell Health include:  Nationally competitive salaries Comprehensive benefits package Four weeks’ vacation plus paid conference/CME time Academic appointment in Psychiatry and Pediatrics at the Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell Advanced education opportunities Northwell Health is New York State’s largest health care provider and private employer, with 28 hospitals and 1,050 outpatient facilities. We care for over thirteen million people annually in the New York metro area and Connecticut, thanks to philanthropic support from our communities. Our 104,000 employees – 22,000+ nurses and 13,000+ credentialed physicians, including members of Northwell Health Physician Partners – are working to change health care for the better. We’re making breakthroughs in medicine at the Feinstein Institutes for Medical Research. We're training the next generation of medical professionals at the visionary Donald and Barbara Zucker School of Medicine at Hofstra/Northwell and the Hofstra Northwell School of Nursing and Physician Assistant Studies. For information on our more than 100 medical specialties, visit Northwell.edu and follow us @NorthwellHealth on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Experience a career well cared for and make a difference in the lives of our community. Qualified candidates should forward their CV or inquiries to Matthew Faber at MFaber4@northwell.edu Wed, 04 Mar 2026 12:50:58 -0500 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22209748/social-worker-pediatric-emergency-room-night-shift https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22209748/social-worker-pediatric-emergency-room-night-shift Nashville, Tennessee, Discover Vanderbilt University Medical Center : Located in Nashville, Tennessee, and operating at a global crossroads of teaching, discovery, and patient care, VUMC is a community of individuals who come to work each day with the simple aim of changing the world. It is a place where your expertise will be valued, your knowledge expanded, and your abilities challenged. Vanderbilt Health is committed to an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and where your uniqueness is sought and celebrated. It is a place where employees know they are part of something that is bigger than themselves, take exceptional pride in their work and never settle for what was good enough yesterday. Vanderbilt's mission is to advance health and wellness through preeminent programs in patient care, education, and research. Organization: Pediatric Social Work Job Summary: JOB SUMMARY Provides psychosocial assessment of and brief targeted intervention for social, emotional and environmental issues that impact client/family's ability to optimally benefit from care. Actively collaborates with team to meet patient care management and system improvement goals. Represents the Social Work department on institutional and community committees/task forces. Provides leadership for department committees/workgroups. Contributes to the plan of care with knowledge of population specific needs as it relates to the identification of patient psychosocial needs. . KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Maintains professional documentation which meets department and VUMC standards as it relates to compliance. * Provides brief targeted interventions for identified clients. * Completes psychosocial assessment and assists team with the development of the plan of care. * Provides education and or consultation to clients and families, treatment team and community. * Contributes to the organization by actively participating in process improvement initiatives and shared decision making. * The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned. TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES * Risk Management (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate risk management of moderate difficulty. Capable of conducting risk analysis as part of a task to address problems including determining risk factors, probability, impact, early detection and prevention. Able to prepare simple contingency plans and alternatives. * Crisis Intervention (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate crisis intervention in practical applications of moderate difficulty. * Patient Assessment (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate patient assessments in practical applications of moderate difficulty. * Patient Evaluation (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate the ability to conduct a patient evaluation in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Capable of effectively assessing the relative merits of alternative products or services. * Clinical Counseling (Novice): Possesses sufficient fundamental proficiency to successfully demonstrate clinical counseling in practical applications of moderate difficulty. Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings. These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health's reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South. Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion. Core Accountabilities: Organizational Impact: Executes job responsibilities with the understanding of how output would affect and impact other areas related to own job area/team with occasional guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Analyzes moderately complex problems using technical experience and judgment. Breadth of Knowledge: Has expanded knowledge gained through experience within a professional area. Team Interaction: Provides informal guidance and support to team members. Core Capabilities : Supporting Colleagues:- Develops Self and Others: Invests time, energy, and enthusiasm in developing self/others to help improve performance e and gain knowledge in new areas.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Maintains regular contact with key colleagues and stakeholders using formal and informal opportunities to expand and strengthen relationships.- Communicates Effectively: Recognizes group interactions and modifies one's own communication style to suit different situations and audiences. Delivering Excellent Services:- Serves Others with Compassion: Seeks to understand current and future needs of relevant stakeholders and customizes services to better address them.- Solves Complex Problems: Approaches problems from different angles; Identifies new possibilities to interpret opportunities and develop concrete solutions.- Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Provides ongoing support and coaching in a constructive manner to increase employees' effectiveness. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Engages regularly in formal and informal dialogue about quality; directly addresses quality issues promptly.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Applies various learning experiences by looking beyond symptoms to uncover underlying causes of problems and identifies ways to resolve them. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Understands all aspects of providing a safe environment and performs routine safety checks to prevent safety hazards from occurring. Managing Resources Effectively: - Demonstrates Accountability: Demonstrates a sense of ownership, focusing on and driving critical issues to closure.- Stewards Organizational Resources: Applies understanding of the departmental work to effectively manage resources for a department/area.- Makes Data Driven Decisions: Demonstrates strong understanding of the information or data to identify and elevate opportunities. Fostering Innovation:- Generates New Ideas: Proactively identifies new ideas/opportunities from multiple sources or methods to improve processes beyond conventional approaches.- Applies Technology: Demonstrates an enthusiasm for learning new technologies, tools, and procedures to address short-term challenges.- Adapts to Change: Views difficult situations and/or problems as opportunities for improvement; actively embraces change instead of emphasizing negative elements. Position Qualifications: Responsibilities: Certifications: LIC-Licensed Master Social Worker - Tennessee Work Experience: Relevant Work Experience Experience Level : Less than 1 year Education: Master's Vanderbilt Health is committed to fostering an environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and is committed to the principles of equal opportunity. EOE/Vets/Disabled. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 01:00:41 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22202823/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22202823/social-worker Rochester, Pennsylvania, Summary The VA Pittsburgh Healthcare System is seeking two Primary Care Social Workers to join our team at the Beaver County VA Clinic. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education: Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ PLEASE NOTE: VHA may waive the licensure or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified - pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure/certification examinations This exception only applies at the GS-9 grade level For the GS-11 grade level and above - the candidate must be licensed or certified English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: Social Worker - GS-0185-11 Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level OR Education In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational and other diversified backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Preferred Experience: Working knowledge and experience with medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures (including acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries) - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology is preferred Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties Include: Independently perform case finding functions and outreach - identifying and screening patients for psychosocial needs Conduct psychosocial assessments Develop treatment plans in collaboration with the Veteran/family and with the interdisciplinary treatment team Identify high-risk patients and provide case management services Provide crisis intervention services - seeking to address the cause as well as the presenting complaint - coordinates family conferences and serves as liaison to family members Establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with Veterans and their families Work with patients and families who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems utilizing individual - group - and family counseling Coordinate community-based services - including information and referral for additional services from other VA programs - other government programs and community agency programs Provide consultation services to other staff regarding the psychosocial needs of Veterans and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and adherence to treatment plan Provide oversight to Master Social Work Trainees Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 8:00 PM - 4:30 PM (excluding federal holidays) May be assigned to Emergency Department shifts (evening - night - or swing) on rare occasions Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): No Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22202764/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22202764/social-worker Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Summary NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information - refer to Required Documents below. This social worker is responsible for providing case management within the Mental Health department located at the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System. The incumbent is required to exercise judgment and decision making in the completion of psychosocial assessment and formulation of the treatment plan in collaboration. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Exception VHA may waive the licensure or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified - pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure/certification examinations This exception only applies at the GS-9 grade level For the GS-11 grade level and above - the candidate must be licensed or certified At the time of appointment - the supervisor - chief social work or social work executive will provide the unlicensed/uncertified social worker with the written requirements for licensure or certification - including the time by which the license or certification must be obtained and the consequences for not becoming licensed or certified by the deadline.] For appointments at the GS-9 grade level - VHA social workers who are not licensed or certified at the time of appointment must become licensed or certified at the independent - master's level within three years of their appointment as a social worker Physical Requirements See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates Social Worker - GS-9 Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to utilize a Veteran centric approach when providing interventions and counseling for Veterans - their family members - caregivers - and survivors Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS-11 Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level NOTE: For appointment licensure or certification at this level please refer to paragraph 3c OR Education In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - educational - and other backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties of this position include - but are not limited to: Completes psychosocial assessment in collaboration with the veteran and their identified support system with focus on highlighting the veteran's strengths - limitations - and internal/external supports and service needs in order to optimize the veteran's functional status Develops and/or contributes to the development of the veteran's treatment plan and setting achievable treatment goals with the veteran - support systems - and other outpatient mental health clinical staff Provides therapeutic interventions that are consistent with the psychosocial assessment These include but are not limited to case coordination services - individual/group/family counseling - financial assessment - planning and intervention - crisis intervention - resource referral - continuity of care planning - client/family education and advocacy and quality improvement Incumbent demonstrates the ability to conceptualize - communicate - prescribe and provide intervention to veterans and their supports Serves as the subject matter expert on VA and/or community resources for Veterans - their support systems and staff The incumbent provides education - places referrals - and assists veterans and their support system in establishing services based on veteran's preference Actively participates as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team to assess veteran needs and develop a treatment plan Acts as an advocate when it serves the best interest of the veteran and their supports When appropriate and feasible - the incumbent will educate and encourage the veteran to advocate on his/her own behalf - thus fostering a sense of independence and empowerment Completes rapid assessments in crisis situations and develops crisis management plans for admission to mental health inpatient programs The incumbent has access to multiple resource directories in addition to previously developed resources to meet the demands of a crisis In the event of a medical or psychiatric emergency - staff will follow the protocol of the Sioux Falls VAHCS Provides education and consultation related to VA and community resources - benefits - Advance Directives/Living Will and will refer veterans and their supports to the appropriate interdisciplinary team member for identified health education needs Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00am - 4:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Ad Hoc Emergency Telework MAY BE Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22216135/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22216135/social-worker Warwick, New York, The Social Worker assists in meeting the psychosocial, mental and emotional needs of residents along with providing or aiding in the access of services to enable the residents to achieve their optimal level of health and psychosocial functioning. The Social Worker also works with families of patients/residents to assist them in coping with adjustments due to placement of their relatives.  RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides direct social work services and counseling to residents and their families and/or groups of residents in relation to emotional problems, social and practical environmental problems and group services.  Completes psycho-social assessment for each resident's needs, including psychological, financial, cultural and family situation assessment.  Evaluates social and family information and determines plan for psycho-social treatment.  Communicates relevant information to IDCP team. Obtains resources from community, social, health and welfare agencies as needed to provide optimal care.  Provides consultation to members of staff, community agencies, and other persons or groups seeking guidance in efforts to solve the problems of residents.  Develops and maintains effective working relationships with community, health, welfare and social agencies.  Participates in community social welfare organization and planning as related to the interest of the residents and the Facility.  Participates and assists in departmental studies and projects as assigned.  Performs administrative tasks related to the job; i.e., time planning, recording, reports and other routines as required by the Social Services Department.  Participates in the development of a written, interdisciplinary plan of care for each resident that identifies the psychosocial needs/issues of the resident, the goals to be accomplished for those needs/issues, and the appropriate social worker interventions.  Coordinates the resident discharge planning process and make referrals for appropriate homecare services prior to the resident's return to the community.  Documents information in patient record and maintains accurate logs and reports.  Ensures all government requirements are met for social services documentation.  QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS: Two years social work with the elderly preferably in a long term care setting. EDUCATION:  Social Worker with a Master's degree in social work or a Social Worker with a Bachelor's in social work or a related field who has regular access to a supervisor who is a CSW or a MSW.  OTHER:  If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.  Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:33:46 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22202706/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22202706/social-worker Dublin, Georgia, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going tohttp://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going tohttp://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: Social Worker - GS-11 Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level NOTE: For appointment licensure or certification at this level please refer to paragraph 3c OR Education In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a)Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services (b)Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - educational - and other backgrounds (c)Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan (d)Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric -8 medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals (e)Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS 11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS 11 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Clinical Functions Screening/Assessment - The Social Worker will independently develop a through psychosocial assessment of the Veteran in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team - the Veteran and family members/significant others The goal of the psychosocial assessment is to highlight the Veteran's strengths - limitations - and internal/external supports and service needs in order to optimize the Veteran's functional status This includes assessing the Veteran's learning needs regarding mental health issues as well as other problems including substance abuse - psychiatric and medical disorders The social worker must possess a working knowledge and experience in use of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures - including acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology Treatment Planning/Goal Setting - The Social Worker is responsible for contributing to the development of the treatment plan and setting achievable and measurable treatment goals with the Veteran - family members/significant others and other Social Work Clinical staff The social worker must facilitate discharge planning through collaboration with Veteran and their families as well as interdisciplinary treatment team members to ensure that appropriate discharge plans are executed in a timely manner Tele-Mental Health - The social worker may be required to conduct screenings - assessments - treatment planning - goal setting - supportive counseling - group therapy - and individual therapy for Veterans via the V-Tel system for patients at other CBOCs or in the home The incumbent must learn to use the V-Tel equipment Referral to service providers - Throughout the course of treatment - the Social Worker is the subject matter expert on VA and/or community resources The Social Worker will collaborate with other service providers in reassessing the Veteran's needs The Social Worker is responsible for educating the Veteran and family members/significant others of the available services and assisting them in establishing the appropriate referrals based on the Veteran's preference or that of his surrogate decision-maker Advocacy - The Social Worker understands the intimidation of bureaucracy and will act as an advocate when it services the best interest of the Veteran and family members/caregiver When appropriate and feasible - the Social Worker will educate and encourage the Veteran to advocate on him/her own behalf - thus fostering a sense of independence and empowerment Crisis Intervention - The Social Worker is experienced in making rapid assessments and developing crisis management plans for admission to Mental Health inpatient programs The Social Worker has access to multiple resource directories in addition to previously developed resources to meet the demands of a crisis In the event of a medical or psychiatric emergency - staff will follow the protocol of his/her respective mental health unit/program and Carl Vinson VA Medical Center Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 58662F Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22197181/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22197181/social-worker Valhalla, New York, Job Summary : The Social Worker performs advanced clinical evaluations and treatment of persons in need of medical or mental health services in a health care setting.  This class assumes major clinical responsibility and provides clinical treatment without restriction to type of problem or degree of severity of medical illness.  The work requires independent judgment in dealing with individuals, but operates within defined policies and procedures.  Acts as a consultant and backup to other clinicians in implementing treatment plans relevant to social work issues with demonstrated expertise in working with one or more specialized disease entities or populations such as oncology patients, persons with AIDS, pediatric patients, renal patients, etc.  Supervision is not a responsibility of this class, however leadership and training of recent graduates, entry level social workers, and social work students is a feature of this class.  Does related work as required.     Responsibilities: Prepares psychosocial assessments of patients and families by securing significant data for presentation to the interdisciplinary team, and participates in decisions and planning for treatment and after care;   Provides psychosocial counseling, with minimal supervision, to patients and families related to the impact of and adjustment to illness or injury and compliance to the medical treatment plan;   Coordinates, and on certain units supervises, the discharge planning function, including referrals to home health care service providers, residential health care facilities, psychiatric and medical rehabilitation hospitals and programs, and other community supports;   Participates in and contributes to formal interdisciplinary rounds and conferences;   Provides in-service training to social work staff and other disciplines on selected topics within the area of expertise;   On assigned units and programs, trains and provides leadership to social work students and entry level social workers;   Completes required statistics and recording for the Social Work Department;   Keeps abreast of developments in the field, particularly in the area of medical specialization;   May represent the hospital at community meetings and act as a liaison and coordinator between community and hospital programs;     Qualifications/Requirements: Experience: New Graduates accepted. 1-3 years where the primary function of the position was professional social work in a medical, mental health or human service setting as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, preferred. Education:   Master's degree in Social Work (M.S.W.)  from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, required.   Licenses / Certifications:   Possession of a valid license and current registration as an LMSW or LCSW, issued by the New York State Education Department   Other:  Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of medical social work; thorough knowledge of disease entities and processes, and their psychosocial impact on patients and families; thorough knowledge and understanding of medical technology and medical treatment modalities; thorough knowledge of case work techniques; skill in assessing personality development, ego functions, defense mechanisms, transference, and counter-transference phenomena; skill in crisis intervention techniques, and in conducting interviews and interventions with complex and problematic clients to obtain social and medical information necessary to independently make a diagnostic and treatment plan; ability to work effectively with patients and their families in the face of catastrophic illnesses, traumatic injuries, and medical anomalies; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; ability to lead and train subordinate social work staff; ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position; ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments; sound professional judgment; initiative; resourcefulness; integrity; tact; emotional maturity; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.     Special Requirements: Must maintain license and registration as an LMSW or LCSW throughout the course of employment in this title. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:58:53 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22197147/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22197147/social-worker Valhalla, New York, Job Summary : The Social Worker performs advanced clinical evaluations and treatment of persons in need of medical or mental health services in a health care setting.  This class assumes major clinical responsibility and provides clinical treatment without restriction to type of problem or degree of severity of medical illness.  The work requires independent judgment in dealing with individuals, but operates within defined policies and procedures.  Acts as a consultant and backup to other clinicians in implementing treatment plans relevant to social work issues with demonstrated expertise in working with one or more specialized disease entities or populations such as oncology patients, persons with AIDS, pediatric patients, renal patients, etc.  Supervision is not a responsibility of this class, however leadership and training of recent graduates, entry level social workers, and social work students is a feature of this class.  Does related work as required.     Responsibilities: Prepares psychosocial assessments of patients and families by securing significant data for presentation to the interdisciplinary team, and participates in decisions and planning for treatment and after care;   Provides psychosocial counseling, with minimal supervision, to patients and families related to the impact of and adjustment to illness or injury and compliance to the medical treatment plan;   Coordinates, and on certain units supervises, the discharge planning function, including referrals to home health care service providers, residential health care facilities, psychiatric and medical rehabilitation hospitals and programs, and other community supports;   Participates in and contributes to formal interdisciplinary rounds and conferences;   Provides in-service training to social work staff and other disciplines on selected topics within the area of expertise;   On assigned units and programs, trains and provides leadership to social work students and entry level social workers;   Completes required statistics and recording for the Social Work Department;   Keeps abreast of developments in the field, particularly in the area of medical specialization;   May represent the hospital at community meetings and act as a liaison and coordinator between community and hospital programs;     Qualifications/Requirements: Experience: New Graduates accepted. 1-3 years where the primary function of the position was professional social work in a medical, mental health or human service setting as a member of a multidisciplinary treatment team, preferred. Education:   Master's degree in Social Work (M.S.W.)  from a School of Social Work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education, required.   Licenses / Certifications:   Possession of a valid license and current registration as an LMSW or LCSW, issued by the New York State Education Department   Other:  Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices of medical social work; thorough knowledge of disease entities and processes, and their psychosocial impact on patients and families; thorough knowledge and understanding of medical technology and medical treatment modalities; thorough knowledge of case work techniques; skill in assessing personality development, ego functions, defense mechanisms, transference, and counter-transference phenomena; skill in crisis intervention techniques, and in conducting interviews and interventions with complex and problematic clients to obtain social and medical information necessary to independently make a diagnostic and treatment plan; ability to work effectively with patients and their families in the face of catastrophic illnesses, traumatic injuries, and medical anomalies; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing; ability to function as a member of a multi-disciplinary team; ability to lead and train subordinate social work staff; ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English sufficiently to perform the essential duties of the position; ability to effectively use computer applications such as spreadsheets, word processing, calendar, e-mail and database software in performing work assignments; sound professional judgment; initiative; resourcefulness; integrity; tact; emotional maturity; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.     Special Requirements: Must maintain license and registration as an LMSW or LCSW throughout the course of employment in this title. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:58:53 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22187233/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22187233/social-worker Poughkeepsie, New York, Provides comprehensive, independent mental health assessment and treatment services and contributes to the growth and development of the program. RESPONSIBILITIES Completes assessments of new patients. Consistently provides intake slots for office staff to schedule new patients. Schedules additional intake slots during periods of high volume. Obtains and thoroughly documents information about presenting symptoms and problems, prior treatment, and other relevant history and background. With patient consent, communicates directly with other current or prior treatment providers, family members, schools, or agencies to obtain more complete background information. Assesses mental status, including presence of thoughts or impulses to harm self or others. Formulates complete 5 axis DSM-IV diagnosis that is supported by the clinical record. Uses structured assessment tools or protocols to elaborate on diagnostic issues and assist in treatment planning. Records final disposition and plan in the final section of the intake form by the end of the third screening visit. Develops an individualized written treatment plans for each patient admitted to the clinic. The Current Assessment section of the plan includes a summary of the patient’s problems and needs as well as their strengths and resources. Plans reflect continuity between issues identified in the assessment section, the goals and objectives of treatment, and the discharge criteria. Plans contain specific, measurable, outcome-oriented goals, objectives, and discharge criteria related to patients’ mental health problems. Goals and objectives are identified in at least one area other than mental health (e.g. physical health, family/social, educational/vocational). Plans include a list of all services to be provided and the specific provider and frequency for each. Details are included in the Methods section describing specific treatment approaches and/or intervention strategies that are known to be effective for the patient’s diagnosis or condition. Consults with patients and/or parents in the development of treatment plans, and their participation is documented by their signature on the plans. Patients are encouraged to identify their own goals for treatment, as documented in one or more progress notes. Completes treatment plans within 30 days or prior to the fourth visit after patients’ admission to the clinic, whichever comes first. Reviews, revises, and updates treatment plans with new goals and objectives every 3 months. Summarizes patient progress towards the goals and objectives specified in the most recent prior treatment plan in the Current Assessment section. Revises goals and objectives as needed. Completes the reviews collaboratively with the patient and/or collateral. Completes the reviews on time with all required signatures. Provides treatment services, including individual, group, and/or family psychotherapy, as specified in patient treatment plans and reviews. Employs treatment interventions and techniques that are clinically appropriate and effective for patients’ disorders and conditions. Modifies treatment techniques or approaches in work with specific patients based on review of the clinical literature and/or attendance at professional training programs. Offers patients educational material or references, such as books, pamphlets, audio or videotapes, related to diagnosis, treatment issues, or therapeutic activities. Makes note of patient response to therapist behavior and varies approach to improve outcome. Elicits explicit verbal or written patient   feedback concerning satisfaction with the treatment process, documents patient’s response, and modifies treatment approach as needed Documents information about each service provided in Progress Notes section of patient record. Documented information includes date, type of service, duration, treatment plan goals and objectives addressed (by code), brief summary of patient mental status and/or functioning, primary focus of session, therapist interventions and patient response, and plan for next contact. All notes are signed. Responds effectively to reduce the risk of harm and to strengthen patients’ coping skills when they experience mental health emergencies. Given available information, assesses relevant risk and protective factors. Time and opportunity permitting, consults with Mental Health Clinic or Brinn Center psychiatrist concerning appropriate level of intervention. When needed, makes use of community based emergency services and programs, including Dutchess County Helpline, Mobile Crisis Team, 911, and state and local police agencies. Informs immediate supervisor of all emergency interventions. At the first opportunity following the intervention, conducts a review of the situation directly with the patient. Closes cases when discharge criteria are met or when patients are referred elsewhere and/or leave treatment for other reasons. In consultation with patients, establishes realistic, observable, and functionally based discharge criteria when the patients are admitted to the clinic and documents those discharge criteria in the first treatment plan. Reviews with patients and, as needed, revises discharge criteria each time the patients’ treatment plans are reviewed. Sets a date for last appointment and discusses need for referrals and/or follow-up services of any kind after discharge when discharge criteria have been or are expected to be met. Discusses plans with patients for referral elsewhere and/or other alternatives to continued treatment in the clinic when discharge criteria have not been met and further progress is not expected. Notifies patients verbally and/or in writing that their cases may be closed when they do not consistently keep appointments or otherwise maintain active involvement in their treatment. Completes the Termination Summary within 48 hours after closing cases and, if patients are being referred to other treatment providers and have provided consent, forwards a copy of the summary to the other provider prior to the patient’s first appointment there. Contributes to efforts to improve and expand the scope of services in the Mental Health Clinic. Attends and actively participates in all department staff meetings, clinical team meetings, and in-service education programs. Participates in at least one community or hospital-wide event or project. Completes a presentation on a professional topic for clinic staff, other hospital staff, or the community. Supervises a graduate level intern assigned to the clinic. Participates in quality improvement projects and activities. Takes responsibility for planning or implementing a quality improvement project. Completes all tasks needed for scheduling, billing, and reimbursement purposes, including submission of insurance authorization requests, and documents information as required in patient records. Performs other related duties as assigned. Serves as brand ambassador by upholding the WMCHealth Mission, Vision, and CARE values and promoting excellence in the patient experience, during every encounter. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS EXPERIENCE Three (3) years post graduate clinical experience in a mental health setting. EDUCATION Master of Social Work degree from an accredited institution and at least one field placement in a mental health setting. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Licensed as a Certified Social Worker (LCSW) or LMSW in New York State. OTHER If applicable, the individual performing this job may reasonably anticipate coming into contact with human blood and other potentially infectious materials. Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control. Good interpersonal and communication skills and an ability to function as an effective team member Must demonstrate ability to form effective working relationships with patients, families, and other staff. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:58:53 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22199954/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22199954/social-worker Altoona, Pennsylvania, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education: Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going tohttp://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Exception: VHA may waive the licensure or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified - pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure/certification examinations This exception only applies at the GS-9 grade level For the GS-11 grade level and above - the candidate must be licensed or certified At the time of appointment - the supervisor - chief social work or social work executive will provide the unlicensed/uncertified social worker with the written requirements for licensure or certification - including the time by which the license or certification must be obtained and the consequences for not becoming licensed or certified by the deadline English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Grade Determinations: Social Worker - GS-09 (Entry Level) Experience - Education - and Licensure: None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to utilize a Veteran centric approach when providing interventions and counseling for Veterans - their family members - caregivers - and survivors Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS-11 (Full Performance Level) Experience and Licensure: Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level OR - Education: In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - educational - and other backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-09 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The General Mental Health Outpatient Social Worker (GMHSW) is assigned to Mental Health Service at the James E Van Zandt Medical Center and surrounding VA locations Major duties include - but not limited to: The GMHSW completes thorough psychosocial assessments and includes pertinent information in all the required areas of functioning in order to determine appropriate diagnoses and other treatment-related conclusions GMHSW ensures that clinical assessments are found to be appropriate to the referral question and conclusions are found to be reasonably substantiated by interviews - observations - historical data collateral data (i.e from outsides sources such as other treatment providers - family members - etc.) and other data when indicated The GMHSW provides a DSM diagnosis to determine the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and/or their families GMHSW must be able to utilize this assessment in facilitating the Veteran's maximum use of treatment for attainment of the highest level of independence that is possible and practicable The GMHSW serves as the subject matter expert on VA and community resources - collaborating with other services providers GMHSW coordinates community-based services - including information and referral for services from other VA programs - other government programs - and community agency programs The GMHSW provides crisis intervention services - seeking to address causation as well as presenting complaints GMHSW makes rapid assessments and develops crisis management plans to return Veterans to a state of homeostasis including maintaining Veteran in the home - admission to acute - psychiatric - or short term/long term placements In the event of a medical or psychiatric emergency - the GMHSW follows the Mental Health Service or facility protocols The GMHSW establishes and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with Veterans and their families The GMHSW provides consultation and education to Veterans and their families related to VA - community resources - VA benefits and specialty programs - and advance directives GMHSW acts as an advocate on behalf of the Veteran when it serves the best interest of the Veteran/family The GMHSW provides psychotherapy as individual - group &/or family interventions when clinically indicated/appropriate and when of therapeutic benefit to the recipients GMHSW provides consultation to other treatment team and staff members regarding psychosocial needs of Veterans and/or their families and the impact of the identified psychosocial problems on the Veteran's health care planning - compliance with treatment - and discharge planning The GMHSW performs measurement-based care instrumentation and screenings regularly and routinely when it is clinically appropriate to a treatment question as part of an assessment The GMHSW will facilitate discharge planning through collaboration with Veterans and their families as well as interdisciplinary treatment team members to ensure that appropriate discharge plans are executed in a timely manner GMHSW provides case management services to Veterans and their families throughout the continuum of care Performs other duties as required Work Schedule: 8:00am - 4:30pm - Monday - Friday Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Ad-Hoc Telework Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 / Social Worker Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22202800/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22202800/social-worker Tuskegee, Alabama, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: The basic requirements for employment as a VHA social worker are prescribed by statute in 38 U.S.C. § 7402(b)(9) - as amended by section 205 of Public Law 106-419 - enacted November 1 - 2000 To qualify for appointment as a social worker in VHA - all applicants must meet the following: a Citizenship Be a citizen of the United States (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3 - section A - paragraph 3g this part) b Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work c Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Failure to Obtain License or Certification In all cases - social workers must actively pursue meeting state prerequisites for licensure or certification starting from the date of their appointment Failure to become licensed or certified within the prescribed amount of time will result in removal from the GS-0185 social worker series and may result in termination of employment Loss of Licensure or Certification Once licensed or certified - social workers must maintain a full - valid - and unrestricted independent license or certification to remain qualified for employment Loss of licensure or certification will result in removal from the GS-0185 social worker series and may result in termination of employment d Grandfathering Provision The following is the standard grandfathering policy for all title 38 hybrid qualification standards Please carefully review the qualification standard to determine the specific education and/or licensure/certification/registration requirements that apply to this occupation May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) GRADE DETERMINATIONS In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates Social Worker - GS-9 Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Ability to utilize a Veteran centric approach when providing interventions and counseling for Veterans - their family members - caregivers - and survivors (b) Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed (c) Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques (d) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies (e) Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS-11 Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level NOTE: For appointment licensure or certification at this level please refer to paragraph 3c OR Education In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services (b) Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - educational - and other backgrounds (c) Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan (d) Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals (e) Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment References: VA Handbook 5005/120 - PART II - Appendix G39 - Dated September 10 - 2019 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-09 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional GS- 9 This social worker is assigned to the Mental Health Department at the Central Alabama Veterans Health Care Center (CAVHCS) This social worker is responsible for providing social work services to the Veteran residents of this area Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) is a component of the interdisciplinary Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) The GS-9 Social Worker (SW) serves as a member of the Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) Program team in the Mental Health Service Line of the Central Alabama Veterans Healthcare System The SW will complete outreach and engagement in treatment through freguent contact with Veterans provided via telephone and written correspondence - however face-to-face care is within the scope of this position The SW will complete initial assessment of the Veteran The SW will participate in the development of an individualized treatment plan using standardized algorithms to guide treatment recommendations and support evidence-based decision making The SW will keep current with knowledge of the variety of clinical options available through the medical center and local community about how to refer/engage Veterans The SW will review of initial assessment and treatment plan with the PCMHI Provider with Prescribing Privileges consultant and PCP - incorporating modifications of the plan as recommended GS-11 The PCMHI Social Worker has experience that demonstrates the independent practice skill level in social work The incumbent must be licensed by a state to practice at the independent practice level The incumbent will function in support of the primary care team - Veterans and family members throughout the medical center and in community settings The incumbent will run patient registry reports to facilitate care provision and to monitor quality of care The incumbent will participate in weekly caseload consultation with the consulting PCMHI Provider with Prescribing Privileges or Primary Care prescribing provider The incumbent will actively seek out additional ad-hoc consultation as clinically indicated The incumbent will provide education and brief interventions using evidence-based techniques such as behavioral activation - motivational interviewing - and other focused treatment strategies The incumbent will monitor Veteran progress using validated patient reported outcome measures The incumbent will complete ongoing reviews of progress and recommendations for changes in treatment - including medication adjustments - utilizing evidence-based algorithms in consultation with the PCMH Provider with Prescribing Privileges The incumbent will complete timely and thorough documentation of all patient interactions The incumbent will provide same -day access to PCMHI COCM services The incumbent will complete ongoing collaboration with and coordination of the Veteran's care with the treating PCP and other healthcare professionals Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Work schedule subject to change based on agency needs Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact Not Authorized - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 60516F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22200011/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22200011/social-worker Martinsburg, West Virginia, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. VHA Health Professions Trainee (HPT): VHA Health Professional Trainees (HPT) pending the completion of education or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. NOTE: This applies to current/past/upcoming VHA HPTs only. An HPT is an individual appointed to a temporary position in one or more VHA medical facilities performing clinical or research training experiences to satisfy program or degree requirements or receiving VA Health Professional Scholarship Program. HPTs can be either VA-paid or Without Compensation (WOC). Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education: Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to SW Licensure by State Exception VHA may waive the licensure or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified - pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure/certification examinations This exception only applies at the GS-9 grade level For the GS-11 grade level and above - the candidate must be licensed or certified At the time of appointment - the supervisor - chief social work or social work executive will provide the unlicensed/uncertified social worker with the written requirements for licensure or certification - including the time by which the license or certification must be obtained and the consequences for not becoming licensed or certified by the deadline English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates Social Worker - GS-11 (Full Performance Level) Experience and Licensure: Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level GS-9 Experience includes: Working under close supervision in program areas that do not require specialized knowledge or experience Identifying behaviors or symptoms of abuse - neglect or exploitation providing education on advance directives and advanced care planning providing social work case management acting as an advocate with community service providers/agencies when it serves the best interest of the patient and family members/caregiver assessing the psychosocial functioning and needs of patients and their family members identifying strengths - weaknesses - coping skills and psychosocial acuity - in collaboration with the patient - family - and interdisciplinary treatment teams maintaining a current network of internal and external resources to educate the patient and/or family members/caregivers and assist with the appropriate referrals Education In addition to meeting the basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational and other diversified backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 Physical Requirements: The employee is frequently required to sit use hands to finger - handle - or feel The employee is occasionally required to stand walk and reach with hands and arms The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Geriatrics Long Term Care inpatient Social Worker Duties may include but are not limited to: Independently provides clinical bio-psychosocial and complex case management services to inpatients at independent practice level Provides case management and supportive counseling to veterans and their families Coordinates delivery of case management services to LTC patients Creates - plans - organizes - assesses - and coordinates services such as Palliative Care and social services for inpatients who may have existing injuries - possess chronic or life limiting illnesses - need wound care - or display comorbidities Directs professional services rendered to veterans diagnosed with chronic health issues via consultation - psychosocial assessment - treatment planning - practical assistance - case management - and individual/group counseling Serves as a liaison to families - for patients who may have chronic or life limiting illnesses Due to the scope and uniqueness of the Long Term Care program which provides services for the special (elder) population - the Long Term Care Social Worker provides a wide range of social treatment modalities (support - advocacy - crises counseling - education - creative problem solving - etc.) in an attempt to empower veterans in managing health issues - following treatment care plans - and improving their quality of life The Social Worker represents the Medical Center in community needs assessments with local health departments and develops a rapport and network with community service organizations Interviews veterans - family members - significant others - or care providers to collect information about the veteran's psychological - social - environmental - medical - financial - cognitive - and spiritual needs Demonstrates independent competency of client treatment options by attending educational conferences - advanced clinical training - workshops - maintaining requirements for individual licensure such as CEU obtainment or renewals - networking - boarding - and peer reviews Demonstrates competency of specific cognitive behavioral - psychodynamic - crisis - environmental interventions - and therapeutic techniques that can ameliorate the distress of the veteran - family - significant others(s) - or care providers Provides clinical social work input to Interdisciplinary and Multidisciplinary Teams for the timely completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) for each impatient in Long Term Care Provides professional psychosocial support and/or referrals as needed Independently evaluates the client's situation - including the veteran's adjustment to illness and/or situation - reactions and ability to adapt/cope - and the client's strengths/weakness/needs Uses professional judgment based on advanced practice skills to make a complete diagnosis/assessment Assesses at-risk client factors and develops a preliminary disposition plan involving the veteran - family - or significant other(s) Other tasks/duties as assigned Work Schedule: Full time Monday - Friday 8:00am through 4:30pm.Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact keele.adams@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Telework: Will be discussed during interviews Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22203518/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22203518/social-worker Lees Summit, Missouri, Job Description The Opportunity: Responsible and accountable for assessment of psychological, social, emotional, cultural and financial needs, and the resulting treatment that impacts patients' health and recovery. Provides professional social work services that utilize clinical knowledge to address the needs of patients and families during illness, crisis intervention, and post-acute discharge planning. Collaborates with multidisciplinary team to develop transition plan and address needs in a timely manner. Participates in program planning and development to meet the needs of customers within the entity, health system and community. Shift: Full time, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. On-Call about 6-8 times per year for a week at a time with weekend requirements during on call weeks. Master's degree in social work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Knowledge of theory and practice of social work at the MSW level and have basic research skills Must have the ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and with patients of various ages and cultural backgrounds Must have excellent written/verbal communication skills Prefer prior experience in a healthcare setting (i.e., hospital, home health or nursing home) but not required Certified LMSW or LCSW required in Missouri Master's Degree in Social Work Job Requirements Applicable Experience: 1 year Licensed Masters Social Worker (MO) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration Master's Degree - Social Work Job Details Full Time Day (United States of America) The best place to get care. The best place to give care . Saint Luke's 12,000 employees strive toward that vision every day. Our employees are proud to work for the only faith-based, nonprofit, locally owned health system in Kansas City. Joining Saint Luke's means joining a team of exceptional professionals who strive for excellence in patient care. Do the best work of your career within a highly diverse and inclusive workspace where all voices matter. J oin the Kansas City region's premiere provider of health services. Equal Opportunity Employer. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:42:13 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22199980/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22199980/social-worker Queens, New York, Summary The social worker independently performs duties and responsibilities by providing a high level of professional social work services to clients with a broad range of psychosocial and environmental problems. This is a HUD VASH Social Worker position. At this level the social worker exercises mature professional judgment and the flexible use of a wide range of social work skills and techniques in working with clients on a regular basis having serious problems and presenting with complicated cases. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education: Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Exception: VHA may waive the licensure or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified - pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure/certification examinations This exception only applies at the GS-9 grade level For the GS-11 grade level and above - the candidate must be licensed or certified Failure to Obtain License or Certification: In all cases - social workers must actively pursue meeting state prerequisites for licensure or certification starting from the date of their appointment Failure to become licensed or certified within the prescribed amount of time will result in removal from the GS-0185 social worker series and may result in termination of employment English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements - candidates must meet the following grade requirements Social Worker - GS-9: Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs Ability to utilize a Veteran centric approach when providing interventions and counseling for Veterans - their family members - caregivers - and survivors Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS-11: Experience and Licensure: Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level Examples of specialized experience include but are not limited to: Working under close supervision in program areas that do not require specialized knowledge or experience Identifying behaviors or symptoms of abuse - neglect or exploitation providing education on advance directives and advanced care planning providing social work case management acting as an patient/family member/caregiver advocate with community service providers/agencies assessing the psychosocial functioning and needs of patients and their family members In collaboration with the patient - family - and interdisciplinary treatment teams - identifying strengths - weaknesses - coping skills and psychosocial acuity Maintaining a current network of internal and external resources to educate the patient and/or family members/caregivers and assist with appropriate referrals OR Education: In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting AND Demonstrated KSAs: In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - educational - and other backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Major Duties: Utilizes a variety of theories and models - which are selected - integrated and adapted to the given client biopsychosocial situation Demonstrates the skills and knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to the adult and geriatric patients served - including the ability to obtain and interpret information to identify patient needs and to provide the care needed Collaborates with other disciplines - as indicated - to evaluate - design - and implement programming that is consistently well-conceptualized - and provides the basis for carrying out optimal resolutions of biopsychosocial problems within available resources Relates to the Medical Center staff and/or community agencies within the context of the professional role and responsibility Supervision or teaching of other staff or graduate trainees attests to the competence - skill - and maturity of the social worker The social worker is able to accommodate to changing demands in priorities and pressures - demonstrating awareness in identifying and reporting problems as they arise The social worker is accountable for identifying and discussing problems regarding the assignment - quality of work performed and administrative issues with his/her supervisor The social worker is responsible for requesting consultation on highly complex psychosocial cases and such consultations can confirm or influence the appropriate course of action to follow Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: PD00258A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22181866/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22181866/social-worker Richmond, Virginia, Summary This announcement has been updated to update the requirement section. The incumbent works for the Central Virginia VA Health Care System in Richmond - Virginia - as a direct report to the Social Work Service - and is assigned to the Healthcare for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Team under the Social Work Service Line. This position provides coordination of case management services to Veteran receiving housing provided through HUD Section 8 vouchers. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/(1) Exception VHA may waive the licensure or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified - pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure/certification examinations This exception only applies at the GS-9 grade level For the GS-11 grade level and above - the candidate must be licensed or certified At the time of appointment - the supervisor - chief social work or social work executive will provide the unlicensed/uncertified social worker with the written requirements for licensure or certification - including the time by which the license or certification must be obtained and the consequences for not becoming licensed or certified by the deadline (a) For appointments at the GS-9 grade level - VHA social workers who are not licensed or certified at the time of appointment must become licensed or certified at the independent - master's level within three years of their appointment as a social worker Most states require two years of post-MSW experience as a prerequisite to taking the licensure/certification exam - and VHA gives social workers one additional year to pass the licensure/certification exam In states such as California - Washington - and others where the prerequisites for licensure exceed two years - social workers must become licensed at the independent - master's level within one year of meeting the full state prerequisites for licensure (b) A social worker who does not yet have a license that allows independent practice must be supervised by a licensed independent practitioner of the same discipline who is a VA staff member and who has access to the electronic health record (c) Different states have different levels of licensure or certification - making it difficult for VHA staff to determine the independent practice level Each state - Puerto Rico - and the District of Columbia completed surveys identifying the level of licensure or certification allowing independent practice Copies of the surveys are on file in the VHA Office of Care Management and Social Work Services - and a summary spreadsheet of the levels of licensure or certification is available to social work professional standards board members for purposes of determining whether the social worker's level of licensure or certification meets the VHA qualification standards All states except California use a series of licensure exams administered by the ASWB Information can be found at https://www.aswb.org/ The ASWB is the association of boards that regulates social work ASWB develops and maintains the social work licensing examination used across the country and is a central resource for information on the legal regulation of social work The ASWB offers three examinations The master's examination is generally used by states for the independent practice level of licensure or certification - while the advanced generalist and the clinical examinations are used for the advanced practice level of licensure or certification Differences between the master's and the advanced exams demonstrate the expectation that advanced practice social workers will have a more sophisticated knowledge of practice theory and its application May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: GS-9 Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements GS-11Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level NOTE: For appointment licensure or certification at this level please refer to paragraph 3c.OREducation In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services Duties Responsible for providing case management for a caseload of veterans in the HUD-VASH program Responsible for reviewing agreements between Section 8 - landlords - Public Housing Authorities and the VA in establishing appropriate referral sites for HUD-VASH placements Performs site visits of HUD-VASH apartments to ensure that veterans reside in safe environments in compliance with local housing codes Verifies the veteran's status - eligibility for VA medical care - and eligibility of program participation Responsible for providing HUD-VASH case management Case management is defined as the provision of services by VA clinical staff to homeless veterans and includes all activities to provide appropriate treatment and maintain veterans in HUD approved stable housing Coordinates care including serving as an advocate on behalf of the veterans to ensure comprehensive service delivery - and linking and referring veterans to the VA Medical Center - VA Regional Offices and/or community agencies Actively participates in the HUD-VASH Program conference calls and attends training offered by the HUD-VASH Actively participates in program planning and development - advising the supervisor of shifting trends with caseloads and identifying the need for and making recommendations on program procedure or policy changes based upon work experiences Performs other directly related duties as assigned VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 0800 - 1630 Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22204272/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22204272/social-worker Kingston, New York, Provides psychosocial assessments and counseling to patients and their family members.  The Social Worker possess advanced knowledge and understanding of disease entities and processes, and their psychosocial impact on patients and families.  The Social Worker is able to physically tolerate work in the face of catastrophic illnesses, traumatic injuries, and medical anomalies.  Assumes a communication role with the patient/family, interdisciplinary team members, and providers of services across the continuum.  RESPONSIBILITIES Provides psychosocial assessments of patient/families to secure significant data, presents psychosocial evaluations to the interdisciplinary team, and participates in decisions and planning for treatment and aftercare. Provides psychosocial counseling to patients and families through individual, group and/or family modalities with minimal supervision regarding the impact and adjustment to illness, injury, compliance to treatment plan, crisis intervention, bereavement, quality of life, substance abuse, abuse and neglect, and resources. Coordinates, upon referral, the discharge planning function in collaboration with the team members. Represents the hospital on community committees; acts as a liaison and coordinator between community and hospital programs. Participates in and contributes to formal inter-disciplinary rounds and conferences. Provides in-services to hospital staff and community organizations on selected topics. Supervises and orients social work students and new social work staff. Completes all required documentation. Participates in continuing education. Represents Social Work on hospital committees. Participates in Quality Assessment and Performance Improvement programs as appropriate. Performs any other duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS EXPERIENCE   At least two years of experience in Hospital Discharge Planning preferred.  Experience in one or more of the therapeutic treatment modalities (i.e. individual, family, group or couples therapy) and with cases that present the more difficult treatment issues. EDUCATION Master's Degree in Social Work from an accredited Graduate School of Social Work, with one year post-graduate experience in a medical, mental health, or human services setting as a member of a multi-disciplinary team. LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS New York State Social Work licensure - LMSW or LCSW. OTHER Excellent oral and written skills, basic computer skills, basic computer skills, and should have the ability to function independently with minimal and selective use of consultation. Must have advanced knowledge and understanding of medical technology and medical treatment modalities. Advanced understanding of personality development, ego functions, defense mechanisms, transference, and counter-transference phenomena; advanced ability in crisis intervention techniques, and in conducting interviews and interventions with complex and problematic clients to obtain social and medical information necessary to independently make a diagnostic/treatment plan. Fri, 24 Apr 2026 00:58:53 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22227369/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22227369/social-worker Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, Summary The Social Worker in this position in Social Work Service at the Wilkes­ Barre VAMC is responsible for the provision of case management - individual and group therapy - clinical treatment - crisis intervention - advocacy - discharge planning - and coordination of linkages to other appropriate VA or community service providers/agencies - as needed by the client. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: Social Worker - GS-11 Experience and Licensure: Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level OR Education: In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational and other diversified backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment ALL INTERNAL EMPLOYEES MUST SUBMIT A RECENT SF-50 FOR CONSIDERATION! Preferred Experience: none Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-11 level Physical Requirements: he work requires sitting - bending - stooping and walking consistent with the delivery of services in the office - hospital and community The position may entail lifting of no more than 25 pounds on an occasional basis Whenever possible - carts and dollies will be utilized as an alternative to lifting In carrying out responsibilities - operation of a motor vehicle with a valid driver's license is required The social worker must meet the requirements to use a government vehicle in accordance with VHA directive 2008-020 It will be necessary for the social worker to travel throughout the Wilkes-Barre VAMC catchment area where they conduct interviews with Veterans - family members - representatives of community health - welfare and law enforcement agencies Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Contributing to the development of the treatment plan and setting achievable treatment goals with the veteran - family members/significant others - and other Outpatient Mental Health clinical staff Throughout the course of treatment - acting as the subject matter expert on VA and/or community resources The outpatient mental health worker will become proficient in the acute inpatient psychiatric unit as to be able to assist if needed for treatment coverage purposes Educating the veteran and family members/significant others on available services and assisting them in establishing the appropriate referrals based on the veteran's preference or that of his surrogate decision-maker Using the current Social Work resource file of VA and community social service programs and enhancing the content to the benefit of veterans She/he will refer the veteran to necessary services Understanding the intimidation of bureaucracy and will act as an advocate when it serves the best interest of the veteran and family member/caregiver When appropriate and feasible - the incumbent will educate and encourage the veteran to advocate on his/her own behalf - thus - fostering a sense of independence and empowerment Making rapid assessments and developing crisis management plans for admission to mental health inpatient programs he Social Worker has access to multiple resource directories in addition to previously developed resources to meet the demands of a crisis Providing education related to VA and community resources - entitlements - Advance Directives/Living Will - and referring veterans and family members/significant others to the appropriate interdisciplinary team member for identified health education needs Reviewing progress notes from the other providers to accurately determine the strengths and limitations of each veteran The incumbent will educate the veteran - their family members/significant other - and the team of all options available to them - and will collaborate with the veteran and family members/significant other on the preferred option Providing the veterans and their family members/significant other with ongoing supportive counseling The purpose of such counseling is to deal with the psychosocial impact of coping with severe mental illness Providing individual - family - and group evidence-based therapies to veterans Entering all veteran/family contacts in the electronic record using appropriate formats and templates This information will be entered in a complete - confidential - and professional manner to insure information on the veteran is shared with other VA staff - and will be reviewed on a regular basis Establishing positive working relationships with employees - volunteers - consumers - and stakeholders within the VA and outside community agencies Attending all appropriate staff meetings (i.e team meetings - Social Work staff meetings - Social Work supervision meetings - committee meetings - workgroups - etc. - as appropriate) Collaborating in the performance improvement processes and complying with performance measures as required by the VA for their specific population and/or program Participating in activities that obtain feedback from clients and working to enhance services as necessary Performs other duties as assigned Work Schedule: 8:00am to 4:30pm - Monday thru Friday Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22220725/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22220725/social-worker Des Moines, Iowa, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates Social Worker - GS-9 Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to utilize a Veteran centric approach when providing interventions and counseling for Veterans - their family members - caregivers - and survivors Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS-11 Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level Education In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational and other diversified backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Duties of this position are - but not limited to: Conduct psychosocial assessments to determine needs of veterans and family members Conduct intake substance use disorder assessments for patients to determine appropriate VA program needs Active participant in the treatment planning process with other disciplines Participate in transition/discharge planning with other disciplines and will be responsible for ensuring that transitions plans are executed in a manner that is timely and appropriate Provide individual - family and group counseling as appropriate Individual and group services will be focused on substance use disorder treatment Provide consultation/education to veterans and families on community resources - advance directives and VA benefits Act as a consultant to other team/staff members Provide consultation/education to students of all disciplines on clinical practice and VA policy and procedure Provide case management to veterans and families - as needed - throughout the continuum of care Provide a full range of social services within commonly accepted standards of their profession - which includes case work - individual - family and group counseling - discharge planning - case management and other services as appropriate Provide wellness/prevention education and facilitate patient/family support groups as appropriate Coordinate treatment and communicate with the care lines to facilitate continuity of care for veterans Other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm one evening a week 10:00am-6:30pm Telework: Ad-hoc may be available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact vhavisn23edrp@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22211277/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22211277/social-worker Des Moines, Iowa, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates Social Worker - GS-9 Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Ability to utilize a Veteran centric approach when providing interventions and counseling for Veterans - their family members - caregivers - and survivors (b) Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed (c) Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques (d) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies (e) Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS-11 Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level Education In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational and other diversified backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties of this position are - but not limited to: Provides clinical psychosocial and case management services to eligible Veterans and their family members to meet biological - psychological - social - and environmental needs Services are provided in healthcare settings and in the community Continuous coordination with the community's homeless providers and coalitions as well as with other local - state - and federal agencies Coordination of the VA's intensive case management services to those Veterans utilizing the HUD-VASH housing vouchers Evaluates the Veteran's situation - abilities - and capabilities - and arrives at a reasonable conclusion including an assessment of vulnerability and prioritization for admission Assesses at-risk factors and develops a preliminary plan - involving the Veteran and family or significant others - and performs an insightful assessment of serious and complicated cases involving psychiatric illness which may also include - catastrophic medical condition - dementia - traumatic brain injuries - and other high risks diagnoses Interviews the Veteran and their family members or significant others to establish facts about the Veteran's situation - presenting problems and their causes - and the impact of such problems on the Veteran's functioning and health Reviews all data - subjective and objective and makes a clinical assessment - identifying needs and strengths Provides referral to VA medical and mental health inpatient and outpatient treatment and to other VA services including VA benefits - as well as community-based social services and other non-VA entitlement programs Other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year)Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Ad-hoc may be available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22220726/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22220726/social-worker Des Moines, Iowa, Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) - a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval - award amount (up to $200 -000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Qualifications Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy Education Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE) Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work Licensure Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ English Language Proficiency Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates Social Worker - GS-9 Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to utilize a Veteran centric approach when providing interventions and counseling for Veterans - their family members - caregivers - and survivors Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS-11 Experience and Licensure Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level Education In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational and other diversified backgrounds Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties of this position are - but not limited to: Conduct psychosocial assessments to determine needs of veterans and family members Conduct intake substance use disorder assessments for patients to determine appropriate VA program needs Active participant in the treatment planning process with other disciplines Participate in transition/discharge planning with other disciplines and will be responsible for ensuring that transitions plans are executed in a manner that is timely and appropriate Provide individual - family and group counseling as appropriate Individual and group services will be focused on substance use disorder treatment Provide consultation/education to veterans and families on community resources - advance directives and VA benefits Act as a consultant to other team/staff members Provide consultation/education to students of all disciplines on clinical practice and VA policy and procedure Provide case management to veterans and families - as needed - throughout the continuum of care Provide a full range of social services within commonly accepted standards of their profession - which includes case work - individual - family and group counseling - discharge planning - case management and other services as appropriate Provide wellness/prevention education and facilitate patient/family support groups as appropriate Coordinate treatment and communicate with the care lines to facilitate continuity of care for veterans Other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm one evening a week 10:00am-6:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact vhavisn23edrp@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Ad-hoc may be available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400 https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22181919/social-worker https://careers.mentalhealthamerica.net/jobs/rss/22181919/social-worker Tomah, Wisconsin, Summary HUD-VASH is an intensive case management program for homeless Veterans aimed at providing psychosocial services to Veterans while residing in stable housing through HUD's Section 8 voucher system. The incumbent in this position functions as the Case Manager for Tomah VAMC's Housing and Urban Development / VA Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH). Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/ Exception: VHA may waive the licensure or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified - pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure/certification examinations This exception only applies at the GS-9 grade level For the GS-11 grade level and above - the candidate must be licensed or certified For appointments at the GS-9 grade level - VHA social workers who are not licensed or certified at the time of appointment must become licensed or certified at the independent - master's level within three years of their appointment as a social worker Most states require two years of post-MSW experience as a prerequisite to taking the licensure/certification exam - and VHA gives social workers one additional year to pass the licensure/certification exam In states such as California - Washington - and others where the prerequisites for licensure exceed two years - social workers must become licensed at the independent - master's level within one year of meeting the full state prerequisites for licensure Grade Determinations: Social Worker - GS-9 Experience - Education - and Licensure: None beyond the basic requirements Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Ability to utilize a Veteran centric approach when providing interventions and counseling for Veterans - their family members - caregivers - and survivors (b) Ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members - and to formulate and implement a treatment plan - identifying the Veterans problems - strengths - weaknesses - coping skills - and assistance needed (c) Ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups to achieve treatment goals This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive - problem solving - or crisis intervention techniques (d) Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships and communicate with clients - staff - and representatives of community agencies (e) Fundamental knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures This includes acute - chronic - and traumatic illnesses/injuries common medications and their effects/side effects and medical terminology Social Worker - GS-11 Experience and Licensure: Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings - (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level NOTE: For appointment licensure or certification at this level please refer to paragraph 3c OR Education: In addition to meeting basic requirements - a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities: In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of community resources - how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services - and ability to coordinate services (b) Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic - educational - and other backgrounds (c) Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and treatment procedures (i.e acute - chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries - common medications and their effects/side effects - and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan (d) Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals - families - and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric - medical - and social problems to achieve treatment goals (e) Ability to provide consultation services to new social workers - social work graduate students - and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment Preferred Experience: Homeless Program experience Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-09 to GS-11 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties include but not limited to: Clinical Demonstrate a high level of skill and expertise to establish and maintain an effective therapeutic relationship with Veterans and/or their families - caregivers - or survivors Demonstrate a high level of skill and knowledge of Veteran treatment and disposition in accordance with criteria for care planning across the Veteran care continuum and in a variety of clinical settings and levels of care Demonstrate an ability to complete thorough assessments to determine the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and/or their families - caregivers - or survivors Actively participates as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team in the development and implementation of treatment goals and interventions as well as collaborate with Veterans and/or their families - caregivers - or survivors Serves as a representative of the VA and participates in/coordinates educational outreach of VA resources and services Administrative Attend all appropriate staff meetings Collaborate in performance improvement processes and comply with performance measures as required by the VA for their specific population and/or program Participate in activities that obtain feedback from Veterans and work to enhance services as needed Participate in the monthly Peer Review process Perform other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade) Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior [work experience] or military service experience Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: GS-09 00343F/ GS-11 00344F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Fri, 24 Apr 2026 02:49:26 -0400