Position Overview
Summary This Senior Social Worker role is in VHA VISN 7 at the VA Augusta Health Care System within Social Work Service. The non-supervisory position reports to Social Work leadership and functions independently at the advanced license level, providing psychosocial and case management services to Veterans and their families to meet biological, psychological, social, and environmental needs. Responsibilities Work in a high-stress environment, possibly in austere conditions or an emergency setting Treat or provide direct patient care within the requirements of practice/privileges/licensure Ensure qualifications and required certifications are maintained, including Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), or Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification The Senior Social Worker must demonstrate advanced practice skills and sound judgment, particularly in crisis intervention and interdisciplinary teamwork. They will provide short-term, solution-focused counseling...