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Social Worker Associate

Veterans Health Administration

Houston, TX · full time · Entry

$64,446 – $83,777

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 role provides administrative and clinical support to a VA social work program, focusing on connecting veterans with health services and community resources during their initial engagement with the VA. The position suits someone with a social work background who wants to help veterans navigate available programs and benefits.

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

What they ask for

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in social work, social welfare, sociology, psychology, public administration, philosophy, education, anthropology, history, economics, or English
  • Two years of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07 level in social work or related field
  • Federal GS-07 or equivalent experience
  • Ability to identify veterans' nonmedical needs and connect them with appropriate resources
  • Experience interviewing and gathering information from patients and families
  • Ability to maintain accurate documentation and follow VA policies

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