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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. Responsibilities VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: 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 Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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