Virginia Information Technologies Agency·Danville, Virginia
Provide social work interventions for inpatient psychiatric patients, including psychosocial assessments and services. Manage discharge planning to ensure patients have access to appropriate community supports for stable recovery.
Title: Social Worker
State Role Title: 49012
$70,701 - $97,567
Pay Band: 5
Agency: Dept Behavioral Health/Develop
Location: Southern Va Mental Health Inst
General Public - G
This position will provide social work interventions for inpatient psychiatric patients, including psychosocial assessments, provision of psychosocial services and discharge planning to ensure that appropriate community supports for stable community living and recovery are available and accessible.
MSW from an accredited graduate school of social work. Case work/group work experience. If licensed, must maintain LCSW license and remain in good standing throughout employment.
Advanced knowledge of social work interventions, particularly casework and group work, is essential. Advanced knowledge of mental illnesses, substance abuse/addiction and skills related to psychosocial rehabilitation/recovery models of intervention. Knowledgeable of community systems of care and services and the skills to access them. Ability to serve as a member of interdisciplinary teams and/or committees to accomplish objectives. Effective communication skills with ability to interact with patients, family members, and community-based organizations as well as with coworkers.
Experience as a Social Worker in a psychiatric healthcare facility, acute care, long-term or correctional setting. Veterans and people with National Service.
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Name: Human Resources
Phone: 434-421-3060
svmhihr@dbhds.virginia.gov
In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter [https://www.dars.virginia.gov/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx] or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.
Requires a Master of Social Work (MSW) from an accredited graduate school and experience in casework or group work. Candidates must maintain an LCSW license if licensed and possess advanced knowledge of mental illness and substance abuse.
Market context
Behavioral-health roles in Virginia commonly draw steady demand as agencies and treatment programs look for clinicians who can support counseling, care coordination, and recovery services. These positions are competitive because a valid CSAC license is required, while a psychology or counseling degree and treatment-industry experience are preferred; benefits often include PTO and health-related coverage. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, and confirm your licensure details before applying.
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