Social Worker - Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program

North Little Rock, AR · full time · Mid

$70,865 – $111,469

Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.

What this role is

This Veterans Affairs role supports veterans in a residential mental health treatment program, helping them address complex medical, psychiatric, and psychosocial challenges through case management and treatment planning. The position suits social workers with a master's degree and state licensure who want to work with a veteran population in a structured clinical environment.

Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.

Skills this role names

What they ask for

Required

Master's degree in social work from CSWE-accredited program
State licensure or certification to independently practice social work at master's level (or eligible for waiver at GS-9 pending licensure within 3 years)
U.S. citizenship or non-citizen appointment only when qualified citizens unavailable
English language proficiency in spoken and written form
Ability to assess psychosocial functioning and formulate treatment plans
Ability to implement treatment modalities with individuals, families, and groups
Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses and treatment procedures
Ability to establish effective working relationships with clients and staff

Nice to have

Substance Use Disorder treatment provider experience
At least 2 years of experience in mental health
Case management experience
Doctoral degree in social work (can substitute for one year of required post-MSW experience at GS-11)