We are excited to have a new opening for a job that truly makes a difference in the lives of others! We are now accepting applications for this opportunity as a Psychiatric Social Worker 3 (PSW 3), Full-Time - Permanent, here at the historic Washington Soldiers Home in Orting, Washington!

Expected work hours of 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday!

*Position(s) at this location will also receive 5% Premium Pay for 24/7 facilities. Employees must physically work at the facility 3 days per workweek to qualify. The 5% Premium Pay is in effect until June 29th, 2025

*This position has been posted within the assigned pay range through Step L. Step M has not been published as this is considered the longevity step, in alignment with state HR compensation rules.

Here at the Washington State Department of Veterans Affairs (WDVA), we are passionate about our mission of “Serving Those Who Served.” As a national leader in our advocacy for more than 500,000 Veterans and their family members, we strive to connect them to earned benefits as well as innovative programs focused on their overall health and wellness. In addition, we provide critical community services through a variety of programs, and at our four State Veterans Homes located in Orting, Port Orchard, Spokane, and Walla Walla. These locations provide Medicare and Medicaid nursing home care to honorably discharged Veterans, including, in some instances, their spouses, widows, or Gold Star Families.

As the Psychiatric Social Worker 3 for our Washington Soldiers Home, you will provide medically-related social services to Veterans/spouses to attain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each Veteran.

If you want to make a difference in healing the seen and unseen wounds of Veterans and provide them with quality care, then we encourage you to join our team by applying now!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $80,112.00 - $105,096.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Geriatrics

Work setting:

• In-person
• Nursing home

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Education:

• Master's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Working with people requiring mental health counseling.: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Orting, WA 98360: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person