Federal social work jobs
Federal social workers (series 0185) support veterans, service members, families and patients through case management, mental health care, housing programs and crisis response. The VA is the largest employer of social workers in the country.
Most clinical roles need a master’s degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited program, and many need clinical licensure (LCSW) within a set time after hire. Grade levels usually rise with licensure and supervised experience.
USAJOBS currently lists 286 open social work announcements. The most active recent employers are Veterans Health Administration, Military Treatment Facilities under DHA and Administration for Children and Families. 44 of the latest 100 offer remote work or telework.
OPM occupational series: 0185
- Open announcements
- 286
- Top hiring agency (recent)
- Veterans Health Administration
- Remote or telework (recent)
- 44 / 100
Occupation snapshot: Social Work
National figures for related occupations across all employers, not just the federal government. Federal pay is set by each announcement's grade and locality.
| Occupation | National median wage | Outlook | Typical education |
|---|---|---|---|
| Healthcare Social WorkersO*NET-SOC 21-1022.00 | $67,880 per year$32.63 per hour2025 data | Bright outlook9% projected change (2025-2035)16,900 openings per year | Master's degree |
This page includes information from CareerOneStop, sponsored by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (DOLETA), and the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED).
Newest federal social work jobs
Social Worker (Clinical)
Closes Nov 18, 2026Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Department of Defense
Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington
$83,935 - $130,786 per year · GS-11 to 12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Senior Social Worker
Closes Nov 16, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Houston, Texas
$113,165 - $147,118 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Social Worker
Closes Nov 10, 2026Administration for Children and Families · Department of Health and Human Services
Washington, District of Columbia
$70,623 - $91,815 per year · GS-9
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker - Substance Use Disorder (SUD)
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Kernersville, North Carolina
$77,772 - $122,334 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker - Acute Medicine
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Salisbury, North Carolina
$71,935 - $113,152 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Supervisory Social Worker
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Greenville, North Carolina
$126,913 - $164,989 per year · GS-13
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker (Mental Health Consultant)
Closes Nov 16, 2026Military Treatment Facilities under DHA · Department of Defense
Millington, Tennessee
$89,508 - $116,362 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Social Worker
Closes Nov 16, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Reno, Nevada
$97,545 - $153,435 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Hampton, Virginia
$103,714 - $134,832 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker (Inpatient) EDRP approved GS-0185-9/11
Closes Nov 9, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Dallas, Texas
$86,625 - $136,259 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Hampton, Virginia
$103,714 - $134,832 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Senior Social Worker
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
$100,266 - $130,348 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Senior Social Worker
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
$100,266 - $130,348 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker- Healthcare for Homeless Veterans (HCHV)
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$71,682 - $112,754 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
Social Worker
Closes Nov 12, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Toledo, Ohio
$64,501 - $101,458 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
Senior Social Worker
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Shawnee, Oklahoma
$100,266 - $130,348 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Senior Social Worker
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Shawnee, Oklahoma
$100,266 - $130,348 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker (Primary Care)
Closes Sep 30, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Anchorage, Alaska
$73,992 - $116,387 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker (Primary Care)
Closes Sep 30, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Anchorage, Alaska
$73,992 - $116,387 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Senior Social Worker
Closes Nov 10, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$106,895 - $138,967 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker Program Coordinator - Grant and Per Diem Liaison
Closes Jan 4, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Salt Lake City, Utah
$105,137 - $136,681 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Social Worker Program Coordinator - Grant and Per Diem Liaison
Closes Jan 4, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Salt Lake City, Utah
$105,137 - $136,681 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Senior Social Worker
Closes Nov 13, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
The Villages, Florida
$100,090 - $130,120 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Social Worker (Inpatient Acute Psychiatry Unit)
Closes Dec 31, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Spokane, Washington
$67,570 - $106,285 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker (Inpatient Acute Psychiatry Unit)
Closes Dec 31, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Spokane, Washington
$67,570 - $106,285 per year · GS-9 to 11
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Senior Social Worker-Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI)
Closes Jan 8, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
White City, Oregon
$104,372 - $135,686 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
Social Worker Program Coordinator - Veteran Directed Care
Closes Jan 4, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Grand Junction, Colorado
$99,119 - $128,857 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Social Worker Program Coordinator - Veteran Directed Care
Closes Jan 4, 2027Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Grand Junction, Colorado
$99,119 - $128,857 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Senior Social Worker - HCHV/GPD Liaison
Closes Nov 9, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Monterey, California
$129,222 - $167,993 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
Social Worker - Caregiver Support Program Coordinator
Closes Nov 9, 2026Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
Multiple Locations
$98,721 - $128,341 per year · GS-12
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Telework eligible
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