Forensic Social Worker, Elder Law Unit

This Forensic Social Worker, Elder Law Unit position at Department of Defense includes the following lifestyle factors: no on-call duties, no weekend requirements. Candidates should review the full job details to assess overall work-life fit.

This Social Work position at Department of Defense is open to physician candidates.

Physicians (MD/DO) are in high demand across healthcare settings, with growing interest in positions that offer sustainable schedules and reduced administrative burden.

Department of Defense lists compensation for this physician position at $81k to $121k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

This position is based in New York.

Key skills and qualifications: Case management, Crisis intervention, Social work assessment, Client engagement, Advocacy, Legal support, Electronic records maintenance, Government benefits navigation. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Social Work role.

Core responsibilities: The Forensic Social Worker collaborates with attorneys and paralegals to provide client-centered support for seniors in housing court. Responsibilities include conducting mental health assessments, performing crisis intervention, and helping clients navigate social welfare systems.

Benefits package: Health insurance, Paid vacation, Disability and life insurance, Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility, Loan forgiveness programs. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.