Social Worker

Quick Facts

• Role: Social Worker (MH RRTP Centralized Screening Team)

• Schedule: 8:00am–4:30pm, Monday–Friday (may vary with team needs)

• Work model: In-person at VISN 21 facilities; virtual only if assigned outside Reno, NV

Description

Provide screening and consultative services to Veterans seeking residential mental health care across VISN 21 as part of the MH RRTP Centralized Screening Team. You will coordinate referrals and admission processes, conduct suicide risk screenings and evaluations with safety planning when warranted, and collaborate with an interdisciplinary team in a fast-paced environment. You will also complete electronic consults and support care coordination using VA databases.

Responsibilities

• Conduct screenings for Veterans referred to VA MH RRTP services

• Coordinate referrals to appropriate treatment services

• Perform suicide risk screenings/evaluations and engage in safety planning when indicated

• Support admission coordination (identify and schedule admission dates)

• Review and streamline residential care coordination across VISN 21 sites

• Reduce barriers by collaborating with the Veterans Transportation Service

• Conduct psychosocial evaluations and consultations for centralized screening needs

• Build relationships with mental health stakeholders (e.g., DoD, community partners) to support timely admissions and efficient care coordination

• Use local and national databases to track and complete electronic consults; manage admissions and program census

• Apply mental health theories/techniques to diverse patient populations

• Provide consultation to other staff, including new social workers and graduate students

Benefits

A comprehensive U.S. government employee benefits package (eligibility depends on position details).

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship; selective service registration where applicable

• Written and spoken English proficiency

• Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program

• State licensure/certification for independent practice at the master’s level

• Background/security investigation required; complete VA onboarding requirements

• Influenza vaccination participation required for VA Health Care Personnel

• Current state-issued driver’s license