https://careers.srcd.org Latest SRCD Career Center Jobs Thu, 30 Apr 2026 05:50:26 Z https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22217858/senior-social-worker https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22217858/senior-social-worker Albuquerque, New Mexico, Summary The New Mexico Veterans Affairs Health Care System (NMVAHCS) is currently seeking a Senior Social Worker to support the Renal Dialysis Program - which serves a patient population with complex healthcare and mental health needs. The Senior Social Worker will have administrative responsibility for the development of clinical programs and will be accountable for evaluating program effectiveness and implementing necessary service adjustments. 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: Master's degree in social work (MSW) 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 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 master's degree in social work Licensure: Candidate 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 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 - applicants 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 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 Preferred Experience: Medical social work - discharge planning - and Renal Dialysis experience References: VA Handbook 5005 - Part II - Appendix G39 - Social Worker Qualification Standard The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12 Physical Requirements: Work is sedentary but also demands standing - walking - bending - twisting - and carrying light items. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Provides specialized treatment for complex physical and mental illnesses in the dialysis program for veterans at VA and Fee Basis dialysis across NMVAHCS Coordinates continuity of care with community and VA providers Makes psychosocial and psychiatric diagnoses within scope of practice Conducts assessments and education for pre-dialysis - initiation - and transplantation patients Assists with financial and insurance claims - including SC Status - Medicare - and secondary insurance Coordinates transportation - VA Travel - and community agency resources Facilitates end-of-life planning and dialysis withdrawal processes Plans and coordinates dialysis services across hospital - home - care facilities - and outpatient settings Manages vacation and emergency travel arrangements Provides case management for community dialysis patients across VISN 19 Facilitates Fee Basis referrals and community education on dialysis and VA policies Participates in interdisciplinary case presentations and consultations Offers individual - group - and family psychotherapy for veterans Provides advanced case management for veterans with medical and psychiatric conditions in inpatient and outpatient settings Develops metrics to evaluate service effectiveness in dialysis care using outcome data to improve practices Provides consultation - mentorship - and supervision for staff and students - demonstrating expertise and role modeling Performs additional duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday through Friday - 07:30 a.m - 4:00 p.m 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 #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22180417/social-worker-inpatient https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22180417/social-worker-inpatient Albuquerque, New Mexico, 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 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: 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 work with Veterans and family members from various socioeconomic - cultural - ethnic - educational - and other diversified backgrounds utilizing counseling skills 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 References: VA Handbook 5005 - Part II appendix G39 - Social Worker Qualification Standards - GS-185 - Veterans Health Administration 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: Traveling throughout the medical center is required - as is performing activities involving sitting - walking - standing - bending - and carrying such items as books - paper - and files In carrying out responsibilities it may be necessary for the incumbent to travel into the community where he/she conducts interviews with the Veterans - their families - representatives of community health and welfare agencies and law enforcement agencies The incumbent must possess a current driver's license and drive a government vehicle in carrying out processional duties when deemed necessary. Duties The Behavioral Health Care Line at the New Mexico VA Health Care System is seeking a full-time Social Worker to provide evidence-based assessments - psychotherapy - and discharge planning for Veterans in the Inpatient Psychiatry Program in Albuquerque - New Mexico The incumbent is responsible for the management - coordination and provision of social work services to veterans and their families in the Inpatient Psychiatry Unit of the NMVAHCS This is one of two social workers assigned to this unit The incumbent is responsible for completing psychosocial history and assessments - advance directives - treatment planning - case management - individual - couples and group counseling - and coordination of discharge plans for veterans admitted to the Inpatient Psychiatry Unit The incumbent is responsible for completing the following duties/responsibilities: is an active participant in the treatment planning process with other disciplines will participate in discharge planning with other disciplines - and will be responsible for ensuring that discharge plans are executed in a manner that is timely and appropriate will act as liaison between VA and community resources - to include marketing needed - throughout the continuum of care Finally - the incumbent will provide a full range of social work services within commonly accepted standards of social work practice which includes case management Major duties include - but are not limited to: The incumbent performs social work clinical and administrative duties in an inpatient mental health treatment setting - with discharge coordination as a major component Will be a primary member of the interdisciplinary team to identify and provide a full spectrum of social work services to veterans on an inpatient basis participates in providing a training environment for psychiatry residents - psychology interns - nursing students and trainees for other disciplines - in addition to providing direct supervision for social work interns on occasion Will provide complex clinical services to veterans with serious problems including being responsible for treatment team planning - case management - screening and discharge follow up Conduct psychosocial assessments with patients and families to assess psychosocial - health care - financial and discharge needs of the patients Conduct interviews with the patients and their families to assess the appropriate level of care for patients needing continued residential care and interact with internal and external residential programs and agencies to identify appropriate placement options Coordinate and ensure a safe transition from the hospital to the identified residential situation Collaborate with primary care providers - VA - government and community programs - agencies and institutions to ensure continuity of care and follow up service for patients upon discharge to facilitate continued recovery Also monitor veteran's progress after discharge by contacted veteran/families within two working days to assess the veteran's condition and then document the contact in t eh patient's record Conduct discharge planning groups and assist patients with applying for financial assistance and finding alternate housing options Administrative duties include documentation of patient contacts into the patient record in CPRS and also workload reporting Participation in committees and membership in the ward - leadership will be required Supervision of social work student interns - documentation of their progress - and interacting with their school liaison Also - community outreach and interaction with internal and external agencies Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 0800 - 1630 EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more 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 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22204587/care-manager-ii-case-management https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22204587/care-manager-ii-case-management Santa Fe, New Mexico, Description Summary: The Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and advocates on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitor patient length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which impact health status to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provides education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have the ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must be understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred) or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager I Position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience in lieu of education required. Experience Two or more years clinical experience with one year in the acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LMSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in CHRISTUS Care Manager I role. Certification in Case Management preferred. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: 5 Days - 8 Hours Work Type: Full Time Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22191276/care-manager-ii-case-management https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22191276/care-manager-ii-case-management Santa Fe, New Mexico, Description Summary: The Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and advocates on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitor patient length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which impact health status to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provides education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have the ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must be understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred) or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager I Position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience in lieu of education required. Experience Two or more years clinical experience with one year in the acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LMSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in CHRISTUS Care Manager I role. Certification in Case Management preferred. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22240013/care-manger-oncology https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22240013/care-manger-oncology Santa Fe, New Mexico, Description Summary: The Care Manager (CM) II works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Coordinates the integration of case management functions into the patient care and discharge planning processes in collaboration with other hospital departments, external service organizations, agencies, and healthcare facilities. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and advocates on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitor patient length of stay in regard to the geometric mean length of stay and communicate/collaborate with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Implements and monitors the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Proactively identifies and resolves delays and obstacles to discharge. Uses advanced conflict resolution skills as necessary to ensure timely resolution of issues. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which impact health status to develop comprehensive discharge planning assessment and care plan. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Initiates discharge planning at the time of admission and makes post-hospital service referrals based upon information gathered during assessment and interactions with physicians, multidisciplinary care team, and payors as indicated. Acts as patient advocate by negotiating for, and coordinating, resources with payors, agencies, and vendors. Ensures that all elements critical to the plan of care have been communicated to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Assesses the patient?s formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and/or community resources. Meets directly with patient/family to assess needs and develop and individualized care plan in collaboration with the physician. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician and payor. Provides education, information, direction, and support related to patient?s goals of care. Acts as patient advocate to develop treatment plan and coordinate patient care and to transition patient to the appropriate next level of care. Demonstrates and promotes respect for the dignity and rights of every patient while adhering to the safety standards and practices of the organization and the nursing profession. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Actively participates in clinical performance improvement activities involving length of stay, resource utilization, avoidable days, cost per case, and readmissions. Measures effectiveness of interventions through direct communication with post-acute care providers, patients, and caregivers. Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. May be asked to assist with special projects. May serve a preceptor or orienter to new associates. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have the ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must be understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN preferred) or Masters Degree in Social Work (MSW) required or demonstrated success in CHRISTUS Care Manager I Position for at least 5 years on top of the required experience in lieu of education required. Experience Two or more years clinical experience with one year in the acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications RN or LMSW in the state of employment is required for new hires. LBSW accepted for associates with 5+ years of demonstrated success and experience in CHRISTUS Care Manager I role. Certification in Case Management preferred. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Full Time Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22195731/care-manager-case-management https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22195731/care-manager-case-management Santa Fe, New Mexico, Description Summary: The Care Manager (CM) PRN works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating, and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating the efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies, and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which may impact health status both prior to, and after, discharge and assess the patient?s current formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and resources. Works with the CMII or CMIII to develop and monitor the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and acts as an advocate on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitors patient length of stay and communicates/collaborates with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Works to resolve identified delays to discharge. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Ensures appropriate communication and updates are provided to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician, and payor. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must have understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills One of the following education is required: Certificate, Associate, or bachelor?s degree in nursing Bachelor?s or Master?s degree in Social Work Experience Experience in the clinical or acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications LVN/LPN, RN, LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW in the state of employment is required. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: MULTIPLE SHIFTS AVAILABLE Work Type: Per Diem As Needed Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22204586/care-manager-case-management https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22204586/care-manager-case-management Santa Fe, New Mexico, Description Summary: The Care Manager (CM) PRN works in collaboration with the patient/family, physicians, and multidisciplinary team members to ensure patient progression through the continuum of care and to develop a plan of care for each assigned patient from admission through discharge. The CM is responsible for identifying, initiating, and managing optimal patient flow/throughput to enhance continuity of care, smooth and safe transitions, patient satisfaction, patient safety, and length of stay management. Support and expertise are provided through comprehensive assessment, planning, implementation, and overall evaluation of individual patient needs. Care Coordination and Discharge Planning are both responsibilities of this role. The CM assesses and responds to patient/family needs by coordinating the efforts of other team members and identifies and resolves barriers that hinder effective patient care. The CM adheres to departmental and organizational goals, objectives, standards of performance, policies, and procedures, and continually assures regulatory compliance. Responsibilities: Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Interviews patients/families to obtain information about social, emotional, and financial factors which may impact health status both prior to, and after, discharge and assess the patient?s current formal and informal support system as well as available benefits and resources. Works with the CMII or CMIII to develop and monitor the patient?s plan of care to ensure effectiveness and appropriateness of services. Coordinates/facilitates patient care progression throughout the continuum of care in an efficient and cost-effective manner. Serves as resource, provides support, and acts as an advocate on behalf of the patient related to treatment decisions and end of life issues. Closely monitors patient length of stay and communicates/collaborates with appropriate interdisciplinary team members to remove barriers and expedite discharge. Identifies and escalates local and system barriers that are impeding diagnostic or treatment progress and issues related to quality and risk as appropriate in a timely manner. Works to resolve identified delays to discharge. Collaborates with medical staff, nursing staff, and ancillary staff to eliminate barriers to efficient delivery of care in the appropriate setting. Assesses needs for discharge planning and continuing care/resource support following discharge; independently makes recommendations to patients and families regarding post-acute level of care needs and options including: Acute Rehabilitation Placement Nursing Home or Skilled Nursing placement Psychiatric or Substance Abuse placement New Dialysis Child/Adult/Domestic Abuse Home Health/Hospice Referrals Legal issues (adoptions, guardianship) Assistance with Advance Directives Community Resource needs Financial Issues/Funding options DME Referrals and Coordination Social Determinants of Health Ensures appropriate communication and updates are provided to the patient/family and members of the healthcare team and are documented as necessary to assure continuity of care. Provide appropriate interventions which demonstrate knowledge of and sensitivity toward cultural diversity and the religious, developmental, health literacy, and educational backgrounds of the patient population. Provides information and support to patients and families, helping them access needed resources within the medical center and community. Ensures and maintains plan consensus from patient/family, physician, and payor. Collaborates with the physician and other health care professionals to promote appropriate use of medical center resources. Actively participates in Multidisciplinary/Patient Care Progression Rounds. Escalates cases as appropriate and per policy to Physician Advisors and/or CM Director. Documents in the medical record per regulatory and department guidelines. Assumes responsibility for professional growth and development. Must have excellent verbal and written communication and ability to interact with diverse populations. Must have critical and analytical thinking skills. Must have demonstrated clinical competency. Must have ability to Multitask and to function in a stressful and fast paced environment. Must have working knowledge of discharge planning, utilization management, case management, performance improvement, and managed care reimbursement. Must have understanding of pre-acute and post-acute levels of care and community resources. Must have ability to work independently and exercise sound judgment in interactions with physicians, payors, patients and their families. Must have understanding of internal and external resources and knowledge of available community resources. Must have the ability to move around the hospital to all areas for the majority of the workday while in office the rest of the day; general office and hospital environment. Job Requirements: Education/Skills One of the following education is required: Certificate, Associate, or bachelor?s degree in nursing Bachelor?s or Master?s degree in Social Work Experience Experience in the clinical or acute care setting preferred. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications LVN/LPN, RN, LBSW, LMSW, or LCSW in the state of employment is required. BLS preferred.   Work Schedule: PRN Work Type: Per Diem As Needed Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:13:24 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22229438/pediatric-audiologist https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22229438/pediatric-audiologist Alamogordo, New Mexico, With more than 25 years in business, Advanced Hearing Care in Southern New Mexico has been helping individuals improve the quality of their lives through better hearing.  They are looking for a Pediatric Audiologist  specializing in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss in children. Learn more about Alamogordo NM  https://alamogordonmtrue.com/ Responsibilities: Assessing hearing loss in infants and children using audiometric equipment such as computerized auditory testing devices Conducting hearing tests on newborns to identify any possible hearing problems Conducting hearing tests on children to determine whether they have a hearing loss that may affect their ability to learn in class settings Requirements: Masters or Doctorate in Audiology  Current state licensure for Audiology or must be eligible for licensure.  Dedication to personal growth and development Benefits: Student Loan Reimbursement Maternity Leave Generous PTO Comprehensive Healthcare Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision) Matching 401K CEU Reimbursement Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:18:55 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22177595/diagnostic-radiologic-technologist-mrso https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22177595/diagnostic-radiologic-technologist-mrso Albuquerque, New Mexico, Summary Albuquerque Raymond G. Murphy VA Healthcare System in Albuquerque - NM is hiring for a Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist to serve as our Magnetic Resonance Safety Officer (MRSO). The MRSO operates with full responsibility for training - developing - and directing the Magnetic Resonance (MR) safety program within the Diagnostic Imaging service department. 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: DRTs must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - and7407(d) Certification: All applicants must be certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology - Radiography (ARRT) (R) Advanced ARRT certification is required for assignments that include computed tomography (CT) - magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) - [or Mammography (M) duties performed independently - as applicable] Advanced certification indicates that the incumbent [can operate independently] and has demonstrated specific clinical competency in the appropriate specialty and taken and passed the designated examination [In modalities that require advanced certification to support their continued development - technologists who do not possess an advanced certification may be provided on the job training with oversight from a certified radiologic technologist Grade Determinations: Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist - GS-10: At least one year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-9) directly related to the position being filled that demonstrates the clinical competencies described at that level The candidate must demonstrate all the following technical Knowledge - Skills - & Abilities in the resume: Knowledge of safety requirements for physical space pertaining to Magnetic Resonance (MR) imaging area Ability to establish and monitor access and safety requirements for the physical zones Ability to develop and ensure that adequate written safety procedures - work instructions - emergency procedures - and operating instructions are issued and enforced Knowledge of hazards posed by magnetic fields on implants - medical devices - hospital equipment and retained foreign bodies - and the development of measures taken against those hazards Ability to train medical - technical - nursing and all other relevant staff groups (including ancillary workers) in all procedural aspects related to Magnetic Resonance (MR) safety 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) Preferred Experience: MRSO certification is highly desirable for this level of complexity Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ The full performance level and the grade selection of this vacancy is GS-10 Physical Requirements: Heavy lifting - 45 pounds and over Heavy carrying - 45 pounds and over Straight pulling (1 hour) Pushing (1-2 hours) Reaching above shoulder use of fingers Both hands required - walking (up to 3 hours) Repeated bending (1 hour) Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously Duties This is an Open Continuous Announcement and will remain open until 11:59 p.m EDT June 02 - 2026 The initial 1st round cut-off date and time for referral of eligible applicants is May 04 - 2026 at 11:59 p.m EDT Subsequently - a final cut-off date and time for referral of eligible applicants is June 02 - 2026 by 11:59 p.m EDT Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Serves as operator of a super conductive magnetic resource imaging unit The operator will develop new techniques - define optimal protocols - and devise alternative ways to visualize pathology within the patient Interaction with physicians - physicists - computer programs - and biomed engineers will be a normal occurrence of the daily duties of the operator Duties include - but not limited to: Coordination of Magnetic Resonance (MR) safety committee meetings Evaluation of hospital equipment to ensure Magnetic Resonance (MR) safe operation Oversight of employee and patient Magnetic Resonance (MR) screening programs Coordinates training of hospital staff and ensures maintenance of educational documentation Work Schedule: Monday thru 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) 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 - DRT GS-0647-10 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22230400/social-worker-mental-health-intensive-case-manager https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22230400/social-worker-mental-health-intensive-case-manager Manchester, New Hampshire, Summary This position is located in the Mental Health Service line and may be assigned to the Manchester VA Medical Center or outlying Community Based Outpatient Clinics. The Mental Health Intensive Case Manager provides intensive mental health clinical case management services to Veterans being seen for mental health care at the Manchester VA Medical Center. 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 to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a Master 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: 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 - 8 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/ Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services. Duties The Social Work Intensive Case Manager serves as a full-functioning member of the Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Team (BHIP)/Geriatric Psychiatry teams The social worker has a unique role on the team providing a range of clinical services to supplement outpatient care as usual This Social Worker must use high level of skill in coordinating and serving as a treatment extender for Veterans with complex psychosocial needs The Social Worker will provide high quality case management - crisis intervention - advocacy - coordination of services to other appropriate VA or community service providers/agencies - as needed by the Veteran or indicated as part of the mental health treatment plan Social work intensive case management is focused on assisting Veterans and their families maximize behavioral health recovery and treatment potential and achieve more adequate - satisfying and productive emotional social functioning Mental health intensive case management describes a range of service approaches and strategies used as part of a mental health treatment plan Intensive MH case management is clearly differentiated from other forms of case management through factors like training in psychotherapeutic and behavioral intervention treatments - smaller caseload size - team based management - outreach emphasis - a decreased brokerage role - and an assertive approach to maintaining contact with Veterans which may include engagement in the community - as clinically indicated 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 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday from 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Authorized Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): 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 Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22240783/social-worker https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22240783/social-worker Houston, Texas, Summary The Social Worker will work in the Post-9/11 Military2VA (M2VA) Case Management Program within the Social Work Service. The mission is to facilitate the seamless transition of Active-Duty Service Member / Veteran (SM/V) to MEDVAMC. 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 Note: 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 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 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 09 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 work with Veterans and family members from various socioeconomic - cultural - ethnic - educational - and other diversified backgrounds utilizing counseling skills 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 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: A minimum of two years of social work case management experience with Veterans Understanding the unique challenges faced by Post-9/11 era veterans - such as employment/education barriers - mental health - and physical limitations Experience providing comprehensive case management - psychosocial assessment - and counseling to individuals with complex needs Direct experience working with veterans - their families - and caregivers Educating veterans on VA benefits and services 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: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation - see Duties section for essential job duties of the position May require standing - lifting - carrying - sitting - stooping - bending - puling - and pushing May be required to wear personal protective equipment and undergo annual TB screening or testing as conditions of employment Work Environment: Work is performed in an office/clinic setting with minimal risks that requires normal safety precautions the area is adequately lighted - heated - and ventilated However - the work environment requires someone with the ability to handle several tasks at once in sometimes stressful situations. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Responsibilities include and are not limited to: Supporting and demonstrating commitment to the mission - policies - directives - and procedures of United States Department of Veteran Affairs - (VA) - the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) - the appropriate Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) - and MEDVAMC Adhering to VHA case management practice and process standards Contacting transitioning Service members and Veterans prior to transfer to VA to facilitate their registration - enrollment - initial VA appointment scheduling or inpatient admission and provide education on VA care - services and benefits Collaborating with VA medical facility Enrollment and Eligibility staff to initiate verification of Service member and Veteran eligibility and completion of eligibility procedures Screening and assessing for case management needs - clinical reminders - and risk factors - including and not limited to suicide - food security - and homelessness Independently conducts psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various social-economic - cultural - ethnic - educational - and other diversified backgrounds Collaborating with interdisciplinary team members to develop a care management plan and psychosocial interventions Evaluates the need for mental health services and makes appropriate referrals for individual - group - marital and family treatment services Coordinating any necessary appointments and services at the VA medical facility under TRICARE that the Service member will use while still on active duty including terminal leave and convalescent leave Providing case management during transitions of care for service members and Post- 9/11 era Veterans Transitions include - but are not limited to: Transfer from a Department of Defense (DoD) military treatment facility (MTF) or other VA medical facility Change in Veteran's psychosocial status (e.g. - perception and level of social support - significant relationship stressors - abuse - separation - death of a family member - change in employment status - substance use) Significant change in health or functional status and level of care coordination need (e.g. - newly diagnosed acute or chronic health condition) Provides 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 case and compliance with treatment Serves as an advocate for Post 9/11 service members and/or Veterans and their families - helping them access needed services at the facility - at other VA facilities - and in the community Participates in interdisciplinary team meetings - appropriate facility meetings - and Social Work meetings As a member of SWS the selectee is accountable and responsible for: Providing sufficient clinical care for competency assessment - peer review - and credentialing and privileging processes Maintain Social Work licensing and VA credentialing requirements Participating in data collection and practice standardization activities The position necessitates occasional travel to attend outreach and community events This travel is essential for building relationships - providing services - and promoting the organization's mission within the community Work Schedule: Monday- Friday - 7:30 am - 4:00 pm - subject to change based on facility needs 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 #: 1280F and 01281F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22174816/senior-social-worker-post-9-11-m2va-military-2-va-case-manager-edrp-approved https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22174816/senior-social-worker-post-9-11-m2va-military-2-va-case-manager-edrp-approved Laredo, Texas, 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/ 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) May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria) Please see the Additional Information Section of this announcement for details Preferred Experience: GS-12 Two years of Medical Social Work/Case Management experience including experience in working with Veterans/Families and caregivers Certification in Advance Case Management or Certified Case Manager (CCM) preferred/if available Must be familiar with local community agencies and resources Counseling experience including individual and group Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements for employment - the following criteria must be met when determining the grade level 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 Individuals assigned Senior Social Worker must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level and must be able to provide supervision for licensure Advanced practice level social workers must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level which includes 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 All states except California use a series of licensure exams administered by the ASWB Information can be found at https://www.aswb.org/ Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) 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 (b) Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice (c) 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 (d) 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 (e) 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 Reference can be found at the VA Qualification Repository - VA Qualifications Standards - Office of the Chief Human Capital Officer (OCHCO) GS-0185 - Social Worker Qualification Standard - dated 9/10/2019 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 Physical Requirements: Individuals who are required to operate a government owned or leased vehicle to successfully carry out their assigned duties must be medically cleared prior to appointment Assessment must be made for any acute or chronic medical/physical condition or medication use which interferes with the ability operate the appropriate Government-owned or -leased vehicle safely and without undue risk to themselves or others The following requirements must be met: field of vision 70 degrees - distant vision 20/40 in one eye with or without correction - ability to distinguish red - green and amber - whispered voice at five feet - or average hearing loss of not greater than 40 dbs at 500 - 1000 and 2 -000 Hz Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional This vacancy will remain open until filled The first cut-off date is 11/12/2025 Additional applications will be referred as needed Incumbent is a professional social worker whose duties and responsibilities relate to the care management of severely ill and injured M2VA CM service members and Veterans treated at the facility The incumbent must use a high level of skill in assessing and treating the complicated psychosocial problems of M2VA CM service members and Veterans as they transition to Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) care Care management responsibilities also include providing supportive services to families In addition - the incumbent assists M2VA CM service members and Veterans in coping with acute illness - chronic illness - combat stress - the residuals of traumatic brain injury (TBI) - community adjustment - addictions - and other health and mental health problems The social worker case manager addresses home care needs - homelessness - and transition across levels and sites of care Social work care management practice - which includes psychosocial assessment - diagnosis - and treatment - is focused on helping M2VA CM service members - Veterans and their families maximize rehabilitation and treatment potential and achieve more adequate - satisfying - and productive emotional and social functioning Uses the social work process (psychosocial assessment - diagnosis - and treatment) in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to develop a care management plan and psychosocial interventions Evaluates the need for mental health services and makes appropriate referrals for individual - group - marital and family treatment services Is sensitive to the ethnic and cultural diversity and age-specific challenges of the M2VA CM population and adjusts intervention and treatment plans as appropriate As a member of the health care team - participates fully in developing - planning - implementing and evaluating the interdisciplinary treatment plan - including provision of care management services Coordinates care with interdisciplinary team to promote continuity for M2VA CM service members - Veterans and their families Develops and uses appropriate community resources Serves as an advocate for M2VA CM service members - Veterans and their families - helping them access needed services at the facility - at other VA facilities - and in the community Assists M2VA CM service members and Veterans and their families with advance directives - guardianships - and applications for home care and extended care services Travels - as may be required - as part of providing social work care management services to M2VA CM service members - Veterans and their families Such travel requires the incumbent to function without immediate supervision or consultation Incumbent participates in the orientation - training - and teaching of social work graduate students and other trainees and staff Conducts and participates in research and program evaluation as appropriate Performs other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am to 4305pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: 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 existing pay - 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 #: Senior Social Worker (Post 9/11 M2VA) Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22227435/social-worker-hud-vash https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22227435/social-worker-hud-vash Syracuse, New York, Summary The HUD-VASH Social Worker is a full time position assigned to the Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Team aligned under the Mental Health ICC. The HUD VASH Social Worker works closely with the HUD VASH Team and if based at a CBOC - may also meet regularly with the CBOC Behavioral Health BHIP team. 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: a United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy 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/ 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.] (2) 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 (3) 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 e Physical Requirements See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services f 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-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 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 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience - including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. - Peace Corps - AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. - professional philanthropic religions spiritual community student social) Volunteer work helps build critical competencies - knowledge - and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment You will receive credit for all qualifying experience - including volunteer experience. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The HUD-VASH Social Worker performs social work duties specifically directed toward chronically homeless Veterans and their families The incumbent independently provides community based clinical - psychosocial and case management services for eligible Veterans and their family members The incumbent will work closely with the VA medical center's other homeless programs - residential and community care programs and domiciliary programs - to ensure that coordination between these entities is facilitated and Veterans' direct care - referral - and follow up is contiguous and based on a continuum of services The HUD-VASH Social Worker provides intensive case management services to assigned Veterans and significant others - consistent with the goals and methods of the Healthcare for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) program Intensive case management services includes: frequent - direct contacts with Veterans to provide therapy and support with the goal of maintaining housing - increased contact frequency in times of crisis - flexible Veteran contact - and focusing on strengthening the Veteran's ability to address acute and chronic problems independently The Social Worker provides care within the framework established by National HUD-VASH Directives and collaborates and consults with other interdisciplinary treatment teams to promote and enhance Veteran care The social worker may also provide individual/family psychotherapy and group therapy as applicable The major duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: The social worker maintains a strong working relationship with community agencies and could include reviewing agreements between Section 8 - landlords - and the Public Housing Authorities Establishes and maintains appropriate referral sites for HUD-VASH placements and performs site visits of HUD-VASH apartments to ensure that Veterans reside in safe environments - in compliance with local housing codes Completes psychosocial assessments - initial treatment plans - updated treatment plans and discharge summaries as clinically indicated Collects and submits HUD-VASH Program participant data - as outlined by the Homeless Operations Management and Evaluation System (HOMES) Participates in program planning and development - advises the supervisor of trends with caseloads - identifies needs for program procedure or policy changes and makes recommendations Communicates effectively - both orally and in writing with people from varied backgrounds and is able to evaluate his/her own practice through professional peer review - case conferences and other organizational means Documents social work interventions and activities in patient's clinical record and ensures appropriate hand off when transferring of patient care Provides 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 Coordinates treatment and communicates with the other services to facilitate care of Veterans Facilitates referrals based upon Veterans needs and eligibility Participates in committee assignments - discipline specific meetings and initiatives - as deemed necessary by the service manager Participates in a rotation of on-call social workers - including modification of tour of duty to accommodate patient care needs on weekends May provide supervision to a Social Work Intern or be generally involved with the MSW training program Performs other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday - Friday: 08:00-16:30 EST 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) 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 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22202819/senior-social-worker-tribal-hudvash-case-manager https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22202819/senior-social-worker-tribal-hudvash-case-manager Spokane, Washington, 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 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 PLEASE NOTE: A COPY OF YOUR TRANSCRIPTS WITH CONFERRAL DATE IS REQUIRED WITH YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE 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: A COPY OF YOUR CURRENT - UNEXPIRED LICENSE IS REQUIRED WITH YOURAPPLICATION PACKAGE 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 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 Senior Social Worker 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 Preferred Experience: Experience working with people experiencing homelessness - experience working with Tribal members 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: light to moderate lifting and carrying (up to 44 pounds) - operation of a motor vehicle - use of computer and computer screen - hearing (aid may be permitted) - exposure to outside and inside - slippery or uneven walking surfaces - working closely with others - working alone. Duties Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Incumbent functions as the Tribal Case Manager for Mann-Grandstaff VAMC's Housing and Urban Development vouchers assigned to local tribes Duties will include: Program Administration and Organization Implements and maintains referral and screening procedures for potential Homeless Program Veteran participants that meet national policy as well as the needs of medical center behavioral health services Referral - screening - and admission criteria recognizes program eligibility - prioritization of subsets of the homeless Veteran population - and other policy - regulation - or law pertaining to program administration Provides input to the Homeless Section Chief for program development - monitoring - administration and determining the effectiveness of all Homeless Programs Often acts as an ambassador for the VA as they are often the first contact the Veteran or the community has with the organization Provides services in serious - complex - and complicated cases - often referred by other workers and interdisciplinary team members Carries full responsibility for cases presenting a wide range of psychosocial and environmental problems Works closely with the VA medical center's homeless programs - residential and community care programs - to ensure that coordination between these entities is facilitated and Veteran's direct care - referral - and follow up is contiguous and based on a continuum of services Clinical Assessment As part of a comprehensive psychosocial assessment - the incumbent interviews the Veteran and/or their family members 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 Evaluates each Veteran's situation - abilities - and capabilities - and arrives at a reasoned conclusion including an assessment of vulnerability and priority for admission Assesses at-risk factors and develops a preliminary plan - involving the Veteran and family or significant others - and performs a thorough assessment of serious and complicated cases involving psychiatric illness which may also include catastrophic medical conditions or other high risks diagnoses Reviews all data - subjective and objective and makes a clinical assessment - identifying needs and strengths Comprehensive Case Management The incumbent is responsible for providing case management for a complex caseload of chronically homeless Veterans (who must also be an enrolled member of a federally recognized Tribe) in the HUD-VASH programs in rural and remote regions of Eastern Washington - often on reservations Incumbent coordinates specialized provision of services not only for Veterans but also for Veterans' spouses - children - and family systems This role differs from traditional HUD-VASH case management in that Veteran family cases are complex - involve multiple causes of impairment at different levels - involve multiple systems in the community (legal - medical - occupational - social - educational - etc.) and require extensive knowledge of and collaboration with tribal resources-both those that serve Veterans and those that serve women - children - and families Outreach The incumbent provides direct outreach services to areas where people experiencing homelessness congregate including the street - remote campsites - and homeless camps under the freeway - most of which are often not suitable for human habitation Some overnight travel to rural and remote areas in all types of weather is required to contact Veterans and their family members Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 8:00am-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 VHAEDRPProgramSupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Learn more 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 Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22220817/social-worker-housing-and-urban-development-veteran-affairs-supportive-housing https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22220817/social-worker-housing-and-urban-development-veteran-affairs-supportive-housing Columbia, Missouri, 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 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 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 (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 (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 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-9: (1) Experience - Education - and Licensure None beyond the basic requirements (2) Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Ability to work with Veterans and family members from various socioeconomic - cultural - ethnic - educational - and other diversified backgrounds utilizing counseling skills (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: (1) 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 (2) 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 (3) 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 - cultural - ethnic - educational and other diversified 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: At least one year of experience working in the mental health field At least one year of case management experience Reference: VA Handbook 5005/120 - PART II - APPENDIX G39 - SOCIAL WORKER QUALIFICATION STANDARD GS-0185 The full performance level of this vacancy is GS11 The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS9 to GS11 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019. Duties VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Housing and Urban Development-VA Supportive Housing (HUD-VASH) Program is an intensive case management program that provides psychosocial services to assist chronically homeless Veterans and their families in obtaining and maintaining permanent housing supported through HUD's Housing Choice Voucher system The HUD-VASH Social Worker is a member of the HUD-VASH team of the Harry S Truman Memorial Veterans' Hospital (Truman VA) Homeless Programs in the Behavioral Health Service Line (BHSL) Truman VA Homeless Programs is comprised of Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) outreach and contract residential services program - the HUDVASH permanent housing program - and the Veterans Justice Program consisting of Veterans Justice Outreach (VJO) and Health Care for Reentry Veterans (HCRV) Duties may include: Provide clinical social work and case management services to Veterans in the HUD-VASH program as assigned by the HUD-VASH Supervisor Case management is defined as the provision of services by HUD-VASH clinical staff to homeless and at-risk Veterans and includes all activities to provide appropriate treatment and maintain Veterans in HUD approved stable housing Screen clients to verify their Veteran status - eligibility for VA health care through the Eligibility Office - family income - and clinical need for program participation Conduct a comprehensive biopsychosocial evaluation to determine acuity status and determine the needs of Veterans - make psychosocial diagnoses as appropriate - and guide treatment planning and referral to services Develop a Housing Stability Plan (treatment plan) with each Veteran served to provide a case management and supportive services framework for the Veteran's sustainability in HUD-VASH - that identifies the Veteran's goals with steps to achieve those goals Provide the appropriate level of case management and supportive services - primarily in the community or in the home - to Veterans based on their needs and wants Assist Veterans with recertifying for voucher continuation with the serving PHA N Facilitate the Housing Choice Voucher portability process with originating and receiving VA medical facilities and PHAs to help ensure a smooth transition for Veterans once the HUD-VASH Coordinator/Homeless Programs Supervisor confirms port request acceptance Participate in program-specific conference calls - broadcasts - and trainings This includes but is not limited to the monthly national HUD-VASH operations - clinical - and orientation calls Case managers with less than two years of involvement in HUD-VASH will place special emphasis on participating in all orientation calls to aid in their education and orientation to HUD-VASH practices Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM (other tours can be approved at the discretion of the supervisor.) Compressed/Flexible: Authorized 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 VISN15EDRP@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) 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): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22224025/senior-social-worker https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22224025/senior-social-worker Cincinnati, Ohio, Summary The Cincinnati VA Medical Center is looking for a professional social worker whose duties and responsibilities center on the care management of Veterans in the Community Living Center. Care management responsibilities include management - coordination - discharge planning - advocacy - high quality case management - clinical treatment - linkage to VA or community resources and agencies as needed by the client - provision of social work and supportive services to Veterans and/or their families. 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/ 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: Senior Social Worker - 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: (a) 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 (b) Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice (c) 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 (d) 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 (e) 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 Preferred Experience: Nursing home and/or discharge planning 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 12 Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services. Duties The Cincinnati VA Medical Center (CVAMC) is a two-division campus located in Cincinnati - OH and Fort Thomas - KY serving 15 counties in Southwest OH - Northern Kentucky - and Southeast Indiana with 6 Community Based Outpatient Clinics located in Bellevue - KY Florence - KY Lawrenceburg - IN Hamilton - OH Clermont County - OH - and Georgetown - OH The CVAMC also supports two off main campus locations in the Cincinnati area via an Eye Center and Mental Health Outreach Community Division Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties: Responsibilities include the management - coordination - discharge planning - advocacy - high quality case management - clinical treatment - linkage to VA or community resources and agencies as needed by the client - and provision of social work and supportive services to Veterans and/or their families Performs the responsibilities as the admissions coordinator for the CLC In this role - the employee is a member of the referral screening team - participates in the evaluation and decision ­making process of accepting and/or denying CLC referrals Records and tracks all referral and admission data for quality performance and improvement measuring purposes Participates in interdisciplinary treatment team meetings - cultural transformation - and resident centered care planning Conducts psychosocial assessments as appropriate for treatment planning Assessment is to highlight the Veteran's strengths - limitations - internal and external supports - and service needs in order to optimize functional status Identifies the psychosocial complications that can be caused due to a sudden onset of an acute or chronic illness Provides treatment intervention in collaboration with the Veteran and family - interdisciplinary treatment team - and community members Possesses knowledge and ability to implement treatment modalities including motivational interviewing (Ml) to provide supportive counseling for individuals - families - and groups Participates as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and actively participates through collaboration with Veterans - families - and interdisciplinary treatment team members in the development and implementation of a resident centered treatment plan Provides consultation and education to Veterans and their families regarding community resources - VA benefits and services - specialty programs - entitlements - and education and completion of Advance Directives and Living Wills Facilitates 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 Provides crisis intervention services if needed - seeking to address cause - as well as the presenting complaint - coordinates family conferences - and serves as liaison to family members Formulates a plan with goals - objectives - barriers - and needs for ongoing follow up and case management Possesses a high level of skill and expertise to establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with Veterans in the Community Living Center and/or their families Understands the range of treatment and skills for all adult patients related to illness or chronic medical conditions - psychological needs - and age-associated conditions Possesses 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 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 Work Schedule: Monday - Friday - 7:30am-4:00pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized 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 #: 92629-A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22179711/clinical-social-worker-outpatient-clinic-neurology https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22179711/clinical-social-worker-outpatient-clinic-neurology Orlando, Florida, Nemours is seeking a Clinical Social Worker (Outpatient Neurology), I FULL-TIME, to join our team in Orlando, Florida. The Social Worker is responsible for facilitating the adjustment of the patient and family to illness and to help the family and the individual function optimally. The social worker will provide psychotherapy and psychosocial support for children with a broad array of diagnoses, including but not limited to adjustment to medical illness, ADHD, depression, anxiety and autism spectrum disorders. Services are provided to assist the family in the best utilization of the healthcare system and link them with the variety of services necessary to meet their individual needs. The social worker must be knowledgeable of age specific principle of growth and development. The social worker must possess effective communication skills needed to collaborate with all members of the health care team. Job Duties: Manage complex assessments of the patient/family's biopsychosocial situation and establishes goals. Periodically reassesses the patient/family situation and modify plan as needed. Provide services to address social needs of patients receiving care in their assigned clinic, including but not limited to, domestic violence, psychiatric emergency cases, child abuse, family disputes, end of life and bereavement, Social Determinants of Health, and compliance with treatment. Participate in the interdisciplinary assessment and treatment of patients and their families and provide consultation for physicians and other members of the healthcare team to determine current psychosocial needs. Work with multidisciplinary teams to address the mental and behavioral health needs of patients. Act as a liaison between hospitals and the various community agencies, which provides aid to families and children. Coordinate and provide therapy sessions for patients showing a need for counseling/therapy. Provide counseling and/or therapy for patients and their families assisting them with emotional, personal, psychological, socioeconomic factors, and adjustment to illness issues, to include the entire spectrum from diagnosis throughout the treatment course. Document interventions in the Electronic Medical Record following departmental guidelines. Follow Medicaid, CMS and other regulatory/compliance agency requirements for documentation and billing. Interface with insurance providers, case managers and others involved in the authorization of needed patient services. Establish and maintain effective working relationships across disciplines. Provide families with specific community resource information. Other duties as assigned. Job Requirements Masters Degree in Social Work from a program accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Minimum three (3) years of experience required. (Graduate school internship may be applied to job related experience.) An active LCSW licensure is required. What We Offer Competitive base compensation in the top quartile of the market Annual incentive compensation that values clinical activity, academic accomplishments and quality improvement Comprehensive benefits: health, life, dental, vision 403B with employer match. Licensure, CME and dues allowance Not-for-profit status; eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness For those living and working in Florida, enjoy the benefit of no state income tax. Those based in Delaware benefit from the state's moderate tax structure. #LI-MW1 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 00:52:10 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22224002/social-worker-medical-surgical-acute-care https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22224002/social-worker-medical-surgical-acute-care Syracuse, New York, Summary The Social Worker is a full- time position aligned under Social Work Service and is locally titled Medical/Surgical Acute Care Social Worker. The Syracuse VAMC is a large social work service located in a highly complex (complexity level 1) VA facility - covering thirteen (13) counties and including seven (7) CBOCs. It provides diverse services to Veterans - families and caregivers - and is an affiliated tertiary care health care system. 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: 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) 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 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: 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 - 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: (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: 1 year of post MSW med surg experience Reference: VA HANDBOOK 5005/120 PART II APPENDIX G39 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 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Social Worker is assigned to the medical/surgical/ICU Acute Care units at the Syracuse VA Medical Center The Social Worker provides a full range of social work services within acceptable standards of practice including - but not limited to detailed assessments - discharge planning - supportive counseling - case management and other appropriate services for Veterans and their families The major duties and responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to: The Social Worker is responsible for the management - coordination and provision of social work services to veterans and their families on the Acute Medical/Surgical and ICU units Screens newly admitted patients and conducts assessments to determine needs of veterans and family members Incumbent is an active participant in the treatment planning process with other disciplines and participates in discharge planning as a member of the interdisciplinary team Social Worker is responsible for ensuring that discharge plans are executed in a manner that is timely and appropriate Provides a full range of social work services within commonly accepted standards of social work practice which includes case work - individual - family and group counseling - discharge planning - case management and other services as appropriate Provides individual - family and group counseling as appropriate The incumbent provides consultation/education to veterans and families on internal and community resources - Goals of Care conversations - advance directives - and VA benefits The Social Worker acts as a consultant to other team/staff members This includes providing consultation/education to interdisciplinary team members and medical residents on social work practice and VA policy and procedure The Social Worker acts as liaison between VA and community resources - to include marketing and public relation duties as needed Assist patients and their significant others with coping and dealing with the loss and grief experiences in disability - terminal illness and death The Social Worker is responsible for documenting social work interventions and activities in patient's clinical record and ensuring appropriate hand off when transferring patient care Maintains data and statistical compilations to comply with JCAHO - VA and medical center policy and procedures Participates in committee assignments - discipline specific meetings and initiatives - as deemed necessary by the service manager May participate in a rotation of on-call social workers - including modification of tour of duty to accommodate patient care needs on weekends May provide supervision to a Social Work intern or be generally involved in the MSW training program May provide orientation and/or consultation to less experienced Social Workers The incumbent is also responsible to the Social Work Executive for professional practice issues The incumbent is expected to participate in professional activities with his/her respective discipline and - when needed - consults with the Social Work Executive regarding discipline specific concerns Performs other duties as assigned Work Schedule: Monday- Friday - 08:00 am - 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 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 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22204211/social-worker-bsw-lbsw https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22204211/social-worker-bsw-lbsw Muncie, Indiana, Overview Job Title: Social Worker - BSW / LBSW Location: Ball Memorial Hospital, Muncie, IN Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM Position Overview: The Social Worker at Ball Memorial Hospital provides face-to-face assessments and support to patients and families, connecting them to vital social support programs, community resources, and healthcare services. This role involves interviewing patients and relatives to gather social histories relevant to medical conditions and care planning, addressing barriers that may impede effective healthcare utilization, and acting as a liaison among healthcare providers, outside agencies, and patients. In addition, this position plays a crucial role in HIV case management through our Linkage to Care (LTC) program. The LTC component focuses on locating patients who have fallen out of HIV care, engaging them back into medical and social services, and collaborating with healthcare and community partners to improve health outcomes. The LTC team, based in Muncie with supporting staff in Bloomington and Lafayette, also completes specialized Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) training through the Indiana Department of Health to receive direct HIV referrals from the state. This integrated role aims to promote effective care transitions, ensure social needs are met, and facilitate timely linkage to both general and specialized health services, including HIV care. Key Responsibilities: Conduct face-to-face interviews with patients and families to assess social history, psychosocial needs, and barriers to care. Assist patients in accessing social support programs, community resources, and healthcare services, addressing barriers to maximize their care benefits. Serve as a liaison between medical/nursing staff, outside agencies, and patients/families to facilitate communication and support. Provide solution-focused assistance related to medical and hospitalization needs, discharge planning, and resource development. Identify patients requiring HIV care re-engagement; perform outreach and case management to locate and link out-of-care HIV-positive individuals back to medical and social services. Collaborate with healthcare teams, community organizations, and public health agencies to coordinate comprehensive patient care. Complete disease intervention and case management activities, including HIV-specific case work, and participate in the Disease Intervention Specialist (DIS) training to support HIV referrals directly from the Indiana Department of Health. Support patients experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral health challenges, including crisis intervention when necessary. Maintain strong relationships with hospital staff, community partners, and public health entities to facilitate care coordination and resource sharing. Document all interactions thoroughly in electronic medical records, ensuring compliance with privacy and legal standards. Qualifications & Requirements: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Social Work (BSW) required. Experience: Minimum of 3 years in healthcare, social work, or related settings. Licensure: Permanent Indiana LBSW licensure required for all new hires effective October 5, 2025. Incumbents prior to this date must obtain their LBSW licensure within 6 months of hire. Incumbents with their LSW are required to maintain licensure. Skills and Knowledge: Strong assessment, resource development, and discharge planning skills. Excellent communication, planning, and collaboration skills within multidisciplinary teams. Knowledge of state and county adult and child protective legal mandates. Understanding of growth and development across the lifespan. Experience in adapting services to diverse populations geographically, culturally, and financially. Computer literacy and proficiency in electronic medical records documentation. Ability to perform outreach and case management activities specific to HIV care and familiar with disease intervention protocols. Additional Details: This position offers an excellent opportunity to combine traditional social work with specialized HIV case management, contributing to improved health outcomes and social stability for diverse patient populations. The role supports a collaborative team environment with opportunities for professional growth and community impact. Interested? Apply now to join our dedicated healthcare team, making a difference in patients' lives through comprehensive social support and case management. To learn more about our benefits, visit: IU Health Benefits Thu, 30 Apr 2026 01:01:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22223914/senior-social-worker-home-based-primary-care https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22223914/senior-social-worker-home-based-primary-care Kingman, Arizona, Summary The Senior Social Worker (GS 12) is assigned to the Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) Program and serves as an advanced practice clinician responsible for delivering comprehensive social work services to adult and geriatric Veterans with complex medical - psychosocial - and functional needs. This position requires independent clinical licensure and advanced skills in assessment - intervention - and program coordination. Qualifications Basic Requirements: 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) 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 4 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) Grade Determinations: Senior Social Worker - GS-12 (1) 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 (2) 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 (3) Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) 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 (b) Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice (c) 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 (d) 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 (e) 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 (4) 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 Preferred Experience: Background in Geriatric settings and working with elderly patients Collaboration with internal and external partners - such as interdisciplinary healthcare teams and community agencies Proficiency in medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities and integrated treatment planning Field based work experience - typical of HBPC roles involving home visits Expertise in diverse interventions - including individual - group - and family counseling Demonstrated ability to develop and implement outcome measures - contributing to program improvement Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/ Physical Requirements: The work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts that require normal safety precautions typical of such places as offices - training rooms - and libraries The work area is adequately lit - heated - and ventilated The incumbent must also work outdoors in all types of weather There may be occasional exposure to moderate risks or discomforts in storage areas or hazardous waste sites The work is primarily sedentary - although some physical effort may be required - e.g. - walking - standing - climbing ladders - stooping - kneeling - and carrying light items such as manuals or briefcases or driving or traveling by motor vehicle Travel will be for a variety of reasons - including but not limited to: national and regional conferences - site visits to other facilities in the VISN or the VISN offices - face-to-face meetings regarding national and regional projects/assignments. Duties VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The incumbent provides expert-level psychosocial assessment - treatment planning - and case management - and demonstrates leadership in program evaluation - quality improvement - and interdisciplinary collaboration Major duties include - but are not limited to: Demonstrates advanced clinical skills in providing psychosocial treatment to highly complex cases across diverse socioeconomic - cultural - and educational backgrounds Applies specialized knowledge of human development - behavioral health - and environmental influences to formulate differential diagnoses and treatment strategies independently Works with patients and families experiencing multifaceted psychiatric - medical - and social problems - utilizing advanced individual - group - and family counseling techniques Independently assesses psychosocial functioning and needs - formulates comprehensive treatment plans - and implements interventions without supervisory guidance. Independently selects and applies evidence-based psychosocial treatment modalities (e.g. - CBT - motivational interviewing - grief counseling) for individuals - families - and groups Exercises advanced judgment in crisis intervention and complex problem-solving Establishes and maintains effective working relationships at an advanced level - serving as a consultant to interdisciplinary team members and external agencies Possesses expert-level knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses - disabilities - and treatment procedures - including acute - chronic - and traumatic conditions - pharmacology - and medical terminology Demonstrates proficiency in VHA software systems for documentation - data analysis - and program evaluation Utilizes data to inform quality improvement and evidence-based practice Serves as a subject matter expert on community resources and VA programs Independently coordinates complex service arrangements - including high-risk transitions of care - and advocates for Veterans in navigating systemic barriers Leads initiatives for program planning - evaluation - and modification within HBPC Analyzes clinical indicators and outcome data to improve service delivery and Veteran satisfaction Independently conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments for Veterans with highly complex medical and psychosocial needs Develops and implements treatment plans in collaboration with the Veteran - family - and interdisciplinary team Provides expert consultation to staff regarding psychosocial factors affecting health care compliance Develops and delivers training for medical residents - social work students - and community partners Serves as a field instructor and clinical supervisor for graduate-level social work trainees Independently evaluates practice through peer review - case conferences - and participation in research or quality improvement projects Incorporates evidence-based findings into clinical practice Provides formal clinical supervision to social work students and less experienced staff - ensuring adherence to professional standards and licensure requirements Actively participates in or leads committees - workgroups - and performance improvement projects at the program or facility level Provides expert guidance on advance care planning - organ donation - and ethical decision-making Facilitates complex family meetings and supports Veterans and caregivers through grief and loss Serves as a resource for other Social Work Service areas - providing cross-coverage and consultation to ensure continuity of care across the continuum Maintains unrestricted independent clinical licensure and demonstrates adherence to VA - state - and national social work standards Performs additional advanced-level duties consistent with program needs and professional scope as assigned Work Schedule: Monday- Friday - 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Authorized for highly qualified candidates Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Authorized for highly qualified candidates 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 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: May be available for highly qualified candidates Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22221667/social-worker-ii-nex https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22221667/social-worker-ii-nex Boardman, Ohio, Part-Time: 28 Hours Per Week  Crosstraining Opportunities for Additional Hours 1st Shift Mon-Thurs 9am-3:30pm and Fri 9am-1pm with some flexibility  Department: Ambulatory (Specialty Areas) 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 Part Time FTE: 0.700000 Status: Onsite Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:39:18 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22208936/social-worker-ii-float https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22208936/social-worker-ii-float Akron, Ohio, Full-Time: 40 Hours Per Week 1st Shift: 8am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday and Occasional Saturdays Locations: Onsite - Akron Main Travel to Summa and Aultman NICU as needed 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: 1.000000 Status: Onsite Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:39:18 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22166763/social-worker-ii-emergency-department https://careers.srcd.org/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 Wed, 29 Apr 2026 00:39:18 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22217878/social-worker-assistant-chief https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22217878/social-worker-assistant-chief Detroit, Michigan, Summary The Supervisory Social Worker (Assistant Chief) serves as the primary supervisor (administrate & technical) for subordinate Supervisory Social Workers - Social Work Program Coordinators/Managers - Social Workers - & support staff assigned to Home and Community Based Services - Caregiver Support Program - Inpatient - Specialty Clinics - Renal - Post 9/11 Miliary 2VA (M2VA) Case Management Program - Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT/Outpatient) Community Living Center - and Social Work Service support staff. 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/ 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 (Assistant Chief) - GS-13 Experience and Education One year of experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level Experience must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills in administration - demonstrating progressively more professional competency skills and judgment Individual may have certification or other post-master's degree training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship - or equivalent supervised professional experience Licensure/Certification The assistant service chief must evidence possession of supervisory and management skills - must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level - and must be able to provide supervision for licensure Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of administrative and supervisory duties which includes personnel actions - clinical supervision - consultation - negotiation with other departments - and quality improvement Knowledge of legal - ethical - and professional standards applicable to social work practice Ability to develop - maintain - and oversee social work programs in all settings Knowledge of social work practice - policy - and accreditation standards across the continuum of health care Skill in providing consultation to facility leadership - managers - and other staff on social work qualification standards - practice - competency - productivity - and continuing education requirements Assignment 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 This position is restricted to those serving as a full assistant to the chief social work service for both administrative and professional practice These individuals share with the chief full responsibility for managing and supervising all aspects of social work service operations At the GS-13 grade level - individuals are typically assigned as assistant chief of a large complex social work service within the organization that offers social work services at VHA facilities with one or more divisions While the chief has full management and supervisory responsibility for clinical practice - program management - education - human resource management and supervision - and organizational stewardship for the social work program - the assistant chief is responsible for supporting these functions per the direction of the chief In the absence of the social work chief - the assistant chief has full management and supervisory responsibility for the social work program The assistant chief provides supervision to a moderate social work service and staff - members of different grades that may include multiple disciplines treatment sites are limited and in close proximity to the medical center - and programs are with limited administrative oversite responsibility Such facilities may offer specialty care and services and may be affiliated with academic institutions The assistant chief develops and maintains a system of internal reviews that ensure service programs operate at a satisfactory level of performance and are in compliance with regulations The assistant chief has responsibility for utilization of resources and budget They make selections - assign personnel - and serve as a mentor to help employees develop their full potential 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-13 Physical Requirements: The social work duties include sedentary and ambulation (walking) throughout the medical center and in the community according to the demands of daily tasks Light carrying - less than 15 pounds-may be required as part of duties related to storing or moving files Working around moving objects or vehicles required as part of daily ambulating within the medical center around patients who use motorized scooters and wheelchairs Working along-duties require working along at intervals during the day (i.e. - documenting progress notes - completing phone call - etc.) Reaching above shoulder- may be required during daily task to access files located in overhead cabinets Walking- required approximately 3-4 hours daily associated with walking from assigned office to outpatient clinics and other medical center departments as needed to complete duties of the position Standing-required approximately 3-4 hours daily associated with walking from assigned office to outpatient clinics and other departments within the medical center as needed to complete duties of the position and filing patient records as needed See VA Directive and Handbook 5019 - Employee Occupational Health Services. Duties VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties: Incumbent has working knowledge and experience in use 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 Incumbent interfaces with community agencies - Veterans - and families - to coordinate care - mediate conflicts - and address care needs Responsible for making decisions regarding work problems presented by subordinate social work supervisors and non-social work supervisors in other Service Lines The Assistant Chief collaborates with others in negotiating - deciding upon - and/or coordinating social work related changes affecting other programs The Assistant Chief advises Care Line Managers/Chiefs on problems involving the relationship of social work activities to the various units and programs Makes selections for supervisory and non-supervisory positions - completes performance reviews and mid-years - hears group grievances and serious employee complaints - review serious disciplinary cases (i.e. - those proposing suspensions and removals) - and disciplinary problems involving employees Develops procedures for - and ensures the implementation and achievement of - the provision of social work services to medical facility patients served in inpatient and outpatient programs - as well as Veterans served at CBOCs S/he provides supports and/or ensures that VA social workers provide and offer information - assistance - and consultation to community health and welfare agencies and councils - and other community groups - to enhance the provision of social services to Veteran patients in the community Develops and monitors standards of clinical practice and standards of care for Social Work - including development of care guidelines - manuals - and guides to professional practice S/he develops consistent standard operating procedures required to accomplish clinical care interventions and ensures that they are followed The Assistant Chief is responsible for developing patient education materials for Social Work Makes recommendations for recruitment of staff and ensures responsibilities for orientation and continuing education of staff The Assistant Chief evaluates and consults on the social work role in various programs - manages and directs social work activities in the Care Lines including interventions to resolve administrative problems - and participates in program evaluations Oversees development of measurable social work treatment protocols and practice models in order to facilitate the use of statistical processes and analysis tools Serves the Medical Center at large in a variety of capacities - such as committee assignments - investigations - personnel matters - and special projects Coordinates all inspection scheduling - reporting - and follow-up Consults with other Services - program managers - or care line managers on issues pertaining to Social Work ethics - ethical dilemmas in the delivery of care - and ethical issues within the larger organization Provides assistance and oversight to ongoing preparation for surveys and inspections related to the department as a whole as well as individual program for JCAHO and OIG inspections 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 telework may be approved per Agency policy Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #: 93801-0 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized. Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400 https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22224050/homeless-social-work-case-manager-ssvf https://careers.srcd.org/jobs/rss/22224050/homeless-social-work-case-manager-ssvf Manchester, New Hampshire, Summary This position provides case management and intervention support to the Support Service for Veterans & Families (SSVF) program in a team oriented - recovery-based program. 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 to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a Master 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 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 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 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-09: 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 counseling skills when working with Veterans and family members 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 - 8 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: Experience working in homeless prevention programs - with rapid re-housing 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 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 The Social Worker provides on-going substance use case management and early treatment interventions to promote sustained stability and abstinence in temporary and permanent housing These Veterans are frequently homeless due to their Substance Use Disorder (SUD) activities - so providing SUD treatment support and early intervention promotes recovery - improved quality of life and successful permanent housing These Veterans are frequently also diagnosed with co-occurring mental health - physical health and social problems that require particular skill in early intervention and crisis management The Social Worker must be able to develop appropriate professional relationships with the Veterans and meet the Veteran where he or she is ready to engage in treatment The Social Worker also will need to develop liaison relationships with more acute treatment providers/programs - such as an Intensive Outpatient Program The Social Worker will provide appropriate group and individual case management and treatment VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Authorized Recruitment/Relocation Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): 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 Virtual: This is not a virtual position Functional Statement #:PDF04587 and PDF04583 Thu, 30 Apr 2026 02:39:42 -0400