This position is located within the Medical Social Work Service. The selected applicant will be required to provide Social Work Case Management services in the community to the veteran population enrolled at the John D. Dingell VA Medical Center. Services include inpatient/outpatient service delivery in accordance with the PACT model of care.
The Social Worker is also assigned to the SAMS Program, providing initial contact with Veteran family members/caregivers following a Veteran's death.
VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Develops an assessment of the veteran in collaboration with the interdisciplinary treatment team, the veteran, family members and significant others. Responsible for developing the treatment plans and setting achievable treatment goals with the veteran/family.
The in-patient social worker will work collaboratively with the veteran's assigned Firm/clinic social worker as appropriate for discharge planning, and community services. Responsible for educating the veteran and/or caregiver of the available services and assisting them in establishing the appropriate referrals based on the veteran's preference or that of his surrogate decision-maker.
Has knowledge, skills, and abilities of practice related to a special population such as the caregivers and survivors of Veterans who have passed away; particularly those who may not have a known or documented next of kin. The SAMS Social Worker will adhere to the NASW Code of Ethics, all local facility policies, and maintain an unrestricted, unsuspended license to practice social work.
Collaborates with interdisciplinary teams throughout the medical center on SAMS Program issues. Demonstrates skill in communication and can develop positive, effective relationships with all SAMS stakeholders including Veterans, survivors, local, state, and federal agencies, as well as non-governmental organizations. Responsible for serving as a consultant for navigating the complex processes survivors encounter when interacting with government and community agencies.
Experienced in making rapid assessments and developing crisis management plans for referral to appropriate Mental Health services. Provides education related to VA and community resources, entitlements, advance directives/Living Will and will refer veterans/families to the appropriate interdisciplinary team member for identified health education needs. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00AM-4:30PM. Schedule may be subject to change based on the needs of the Agency.
Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).
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) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
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: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 94448A Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Transcripts must be official or unofficial college transcripts. A copy of your certificate/degree or screenshot of your current classes are not a replacement of your transcript and they will not be used in the qualifying process. Your transcript must include your name and the name and full address of the institution.
If the position has an education requirement or you are qualifying based on education, you need to list your education history including the type of degree and your major of study on your resume. If the position requires a certain number of credit hours, you are strongly encouraged to list the relevant courses in your resume. Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
jessica.thomas4@va.gov · 734-905-0968
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $84350 – $109661/yr.
Applications close on 2026-09-14.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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