Social Worker - Substance Abuse Treatment Team
Listed on 2026-03-03
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Substance Abuse Counselor, Community Health
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The Substance Abuse Treatment Team (SATT) Social Worker provides clinical psychosocial, mental health, and case management services to eligible Veterans who have problems with substance abuse or dependence and may include work with family members and the Veteran as part of the treatment plan.
DutiesThis position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
The Substance Abuse Treatment Team (SATT) Social Worker facilitates efficient and appropriate delivery of services across episodes of care, which may encompass discharge issues from inpatient detoxification, ambulatory detoxification, outpatient treatment, and residential treatment within the VA or under contract in community care programs. The SATT social worker coordinates care with other services provided within the Medical Center, including Vocational Rehabilitation, Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program, the Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Clinical Team, and other Mental Health Services, along with community partners.
The work affects a wide range of agency activities and operations. It directly affects the health and well-being of the patients served and relationships with internal and external stakeholders. The work requires the exercise of independent mature professional judgement and flexible use of clinical, administrative, and leadership skills.
Duties may include but are not limited to:
- Interviews Clients and Conducts Psychosocial/Mental Health Assessments
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