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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) VA Healthcare System
Are you a compassionate and dedicated Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of veterans Join our team at the Southern Arizona VA Healthcare System (SAVAHCS) where youll have the opportunity to provide exceptional care while working alongside a collaborative interdisciplinary team.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conduct comprehensive biopsychosocial assessments and develop tailored plans to address social determinants of health.
- Provide crisis intervention suicide risk assessments and mental health evaluations.
- Facilitate discharge planning connecting veterans to community resources and services such as home health care rehabilitation and housing.
- Lead family meetings and goalsofcare discussions to ensure holistic patientcentered support.
- Document care plans and safety measures in the medical record ensuring compliance with VA policies.
- Identify and address instances of abuse or neglect consulting as appropriate.
- Assist veterans with advance directives petitions for inpatient psychiatric care and accessing benefits.
Qualifications:
- Masters in Social Work (MSW) from an accredited institution.
- Current full and unrestricted LCSW licensure in any U.S. state or territory.
- Minimum of two years of recent experience in social work preferably within healthcare or veteran services.
- Proficiency in English (spoken written and read).
- Commitment to VA standards of professionalism decorum and customer service.
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to lift and carry up to 50100 lbs.
- Prolonged standing walking bending kneeling and reaching during patient interactions and treatments.
Why Join Us
- MissionDriven Work: Make a difference by serving those who have served our nation.
- Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive interdisciplinary setting.
- Comprehensive Training: Stay at the forefront of your field with ongoing education and training opportunities.
- Professional Growth: Access career advancement opportunities in a respected healthcare system.
Hours of Operation:
Our facility operates 24/7 offering rotating shifts to meet staffing needs including coverage during federal holidays. A typical workweek consists of 40 hours with specific schedules determined by the Department Director and Contracting Officers Representative (COR).
Equal Opportunity Employer
We welcome all qualified applicants regardless of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.
Ready to Serve Those Who Served
Apply today to join a team committed to excellence compassion and supporting the health and wellbeing of our veterans.
Employment Type
Full Time
