U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Senior Social Worker
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Fort Myers, Florida, United States, 33916
Pay Range
$97,017.00 – $126,128.00 per year (base pay) Summary
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and 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 are ineligible to apply. Qualifications
U.S. citizenship (non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA policy) English language proficiency—proficient in spoken and written English as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Education: 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 in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the school is fully accredited. A doctoral degree may not substitute for the master’s degree. Verification can be made at
www.cswe.org/Accreditation . Licensure: Licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master’s degree level. State requirements can be viewed at
vaww.va.gov . Senior social workers must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level, unless grandfathered, with ability to supervise licensure. Experience: At least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure, with at least one year equivalent to the GS‑11 grade level in a specialized area of social work practice. Senior social workers must demonstrate advanced practice skills, expertise, and may hold additional certification or post‑masters training. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Skill in specialized interventions and treatment modalities for specialty programs; individual, group, and/or family counseling; advanced psychosocial and/or case management; ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis; knowledge of outcome evaluation and program improvement; ability to provide consultation and training to colleagues; ability to expand clinical knowledge and write policies and procedures. Reference:
Social Worker Qualification Standard . Physical Requirements: The work does not inherently include physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with a workplace accommodation. Responsibilities (Duties)
Provide direct counseling services—outreach, referral, and follow‑up care coordination—to eligible individuals, couples, and family members. Coordinate client care and staff professional development; provide expert clinical consultation on complex psychosocial conditions, using evidence‑based family systems theory/therapy. Develop and oversee direct readjustment counseling for individuals, couples, families, and groups. Conduct risk assessment and crisis intervention, including safety planning and complex treatment planning. Maintain care coordination with inter‑professional team members and leadership, modeling ethical and professional behavior with multicultural awareness. Serve on committees, work groups, and task forces at facility, medical center, zone, district, or national level, or in the community as directed. Act as clinical consultant to outreach workers, improving sensitivity to clinical indicators and basic interviewing skills. Coordinate with Vet Center Outreach Specialists for seamless referral of community‑engaged individuals. Document clinical interactions and services per policy; participate in administrative and clinical staff meetings. Screen and assess eligible individuals, establishing therapeutic relationships and assessing risk for self‑harm and psychosocial stressors. Develop, implement, and periodically update individualized readjustment counseling service plans with outcome measurements. Provide clinical supervision and consultation to staff and trainees under the supervision of the Vet Center Director, including chart auditing and oversight. Promote team cohesion and coordination through staff meetings focused on development. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the grade, including work schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (some nights and weekends required). Telework is not available; this is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 822630. Relocation/Recruitment incentives: Not authorized. EDRP authorized; former EDRP participants ineligible for incentive. Contact
For EDRP-related questions or assistance, email
VHAEDRPProgramSupport@va.gov . Location
Fort Myers, FL
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$97,017.00 – $126,128.00 per year (base pay) Summary
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and 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 are ineligible to apply. Qualifications
U.S. citizenship (non‑citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA policy) English language proficiency—proficient in spoken and written English as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f) Education: 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 in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the school is fully accredited. A doctoral degree may not substitute for the master’s degree. Verification can be made at
www.cswe.org/Accreditation . Licensure: Licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master’s degree level. State requirements can be viewed at
vaww.va.gov . Senior social workers must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level, unless grandfathered, with ability to supervise licensure. Experience: At least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure, with at least one year equivalent to the GS‑11 grade level in a specialized area of social work practice. Senior social workers must demonstrate advanced practice skills, expertise, and may hold additional certification or post‑masters training. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): Skill in specialized interventions and treatment modalities for specialty programs; individual, group, and/or family counseling; advanced psychosocial and/or case management; ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis; knowledge of outcome evaluation and program improvement; ability to provide consultation and training to colleagues; ability to expand clinical knowledge and write policies and procedures. Reference:
Social Worker Qualification Standard . Physical Requirements: The work does not inherently include physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with a workplace accommodation. Responsibilities (Duties)
Provide direct counseling services—outreach, referral, and follow‑up care coordination—to eligible individuals, couples, and family members. Coordinate client care and staff professional development; provide expert clinical consultation on complex psychosocial conditions, using evidence‑based family systems theory/therapy. Develop and oversee direct readjustment counseling for individuals, couples, families, and groups. Conduct risk assessment and crisis intervention, including safety planning and complex treatment planning. Maintain care coordination with inter‑professional team members and leadership, modeling ethical and professional behavior with multicultural awareness. Serve on committees, work groups, and task forces at facility, medical center, zone, district, or national level, or in the community as directed. Act as clinical consultant to outreach workers, improving sensitivity to clinical indicators and basic interviewing skills. Coordinate with Vet Center Outreach Specialists for seamless referral of community‑engaged individuals. Document clinical interactions and services per policy; participate in administrative and clinical staff meetings. Screen and assess eligible individuals, establishing therapeutic relationships and assessing risk for self‑harm and psychosocial stressors. Develop, implement, and periodically update individualized readjustment counseling service plans with outcome measurements. Provide clinical supervision and consultation to staff and trainees under the supervision of the Vet Center Director, including chart auditing and oversight. Promote team cohesion and coordination through staff meetings focused on development. Perform other duties as assigned within the scope of the grade, including work schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 4:30 pm (some nights and weekends required). Telework is not available; this is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 822630. Relocation/Recruitment incentives: Not authorized. EDRP authorized; former EDRP participants ineligible for incentive. Contact
For EDRP-related questions or assistance, email
VHAEDRPProgramSupport@va.gov . Location
Fort Myers, FL
#J-18808-Ljbffr