2026.02.16

What’s Veterans Health Administration like in terms of their business, the role, and the work culture?

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I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Social Worker position at Veterans Health Administration.

Ms.Smith

What position is available at the Department of Veterans Affairs?

Ms.Smith

There’s a Social Worker position open at the Department of Veterans Affairs in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this Social Worker role?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $73,306 to $115,309.

Dr.Job

What are the basic qualifications needed for this job?

Ms.Smith

To qualify, you need to be proficient in spoken and written English, and you must have a master’s degree in social work from an accredited school.

Dr.Job

Is there a specific licensure requirement for this position?

Ms.Smith

Yes, if you’re aiming for the GS-11 Full Performance Level, you need to be licensed or certified by a state to practice social work independently. However, for the GS-9 Entry Level, they might waive that requirement while you complete the necessary steps for licensure.

Dr.Job

What happens if the school of social work is not fully accredited?

Ms.Smith

If your school of social work is in candidacy status and not fully accredited, you won’t meet the education requirement until it gets fully accredited.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith