Senior Social Worker- EDRP Authorized

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.

VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Duties are but not limited to: Serves as a Senior Social Worker in the Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Center (PRRC), providing specialized clinical services to Veterans with serious mental illness and co-occurring behavioral health conditions. Conducts comprehensive psychosocial assessments, develops and implements individualized treatment plans, and provides evidence-based individual, group, and family psychotherapy. Manages an assigned caseload and delivers intensive case management services to support recovery, community integration, and continuity of care. Coordinates care with interdisciplinary treatment teams, VA programs, and community agencies to ensure Veterans are connected to appropriate mental health, substance use, housing, and supportive services. Provides crisis intervention, suicide risk assessment, safety planning, and follow-up care for high-risk Veterans in accordance with VA policies and procedures. Facilitates psychoeducational and recovery-oriented groups, promotes wellness and rehabilitation, and assists Veterans in developing coping skills, independent living skills, and meaningful community participation. Maintains accurate clinical documentation, completes required screenings and clinical reminders, and monitors treatment outcomes. Serves as a subject matter expert in psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery services by providing consultation, training, and mentorship to interdisciplinary staff and social work trainees. Participates in program development, quality improvement initiatives, accreditation compliance activities, and other assignments that support program goals and the delivery of high-quality Veteran-centered care. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday, 8am- 4:30pm Telework: Ad-Hoc only Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 55232-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. A current, state issued driver's license is required for this position. Note: We cannot accept photographs, therefor; do not submit a copy of your license with your application package. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.