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Social Worker- HUDVASH

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs

This job in plain English

This is a full-time social worker job helping Veterans in the HUD-VASH housing program, which combines HUD housing help with VA support. The job is at the VA NY Harbor Healthcare System in New York, NY, and there is 1 opening. The job may involve travel, and the position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, which can help repay student loans.

1 vacancy

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

This job is open to the public, but only U.S. citizens may apply, according to the agency's clarification. Non-citizens are not eligible for this posting.

What you would do

  • Provide social work services to clients facing psychosocial and environmental problems
  • Select and adapt social work theories and models to each client's situation
  • Collaborate with other disciplines to design and carry out client care plans
  • Work with medical center staff and community agencies within your professional role
  • Take part in supervisory conferences, team meetings and committee work
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Do you qualify for GS-9 to GS-11?

With experience: For the GS-11 level, you need at least 1 year of experience after earning your social work master's degree (MSW). This experience must be equal to GS-9 level work in health care or other social work settings, and you must be licensed at the independent practice level. The posting describes GS-9 skills, such as working with Veterans and their families, but does not list a separate number of years for GS-9.

With education: You need a master's degree in social work from a school fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). A doctoral degree in social work cannot replace the master's degree. For GS-11, a doctoral degree in social work can replace the 1 year of experience in a clinical setting. A transcript must be submitted if you use education to qualify.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • State license or certification to practice social work independently at the master's level

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Long-form resume or curriculum vitae (CV)
  • Transcript, required if you use education to qualify
  • Copy of your state license or professional certification, if you rely on it
  • DD-214 or Statement of Service, if it applies to you

How you will be rated: You will be rated on how well you meet the qualifications listed in the announcement. Your application, resume, CV and documents will be checked, and reference checks may be done. Missing or unclear information can lead to an ineligible rating or a lower score.

Tips for this job:

  • Include a transcript with your application, since the announcement says it is required if you use education to qualify
  • Describe your experience with clear dates and details, because the agency will not assume anything
  • If you are not yet licensed, note the GS-9 licensing waiver and three-year deadline, and check your state's requirements

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm. Travel may be required, up to 75% or less of the time.

Incentives and relocation: Recruitment and relocation incentives are not authorized. The Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) may repay student loans, with awards up to $200,000 and eligibility of 1 to 5 years. You must apply within four months of appointment. Former EDRP participants cannot apply for incentives.

Conditions of employment:

  • Must be a U.S. citizen
  • Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
  • Must be proficient in written and spoken English
  • Background and security investigation
  • Online onboarding with acceptable ID; non-REAL ID driver's licenses are not accepted after May 7, 2025
  • Pre-employment physical examination
  • Seasonal influenza vaccination required (or approved exemption)
  • 1 or 2-year trial period
  • GS-9 hires without a license must become licensed within three years
  • Losing your license leads to removal from the social worker position

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$72,737 – $114,413 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-9 to GS-11 · General Schedule
Location
New York, New York
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Openings
1
Security clearance
Not Required
Travel
75% or less
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Social Work (0185)
Announcement
CBTE-13098916-27-MTP

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