The future of mental health care is at VA

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is leading the nation in transforming mental health care for America’s Veterans and we’re looking for passionate mental health care providers to join us on that journey. As patient needs continue to evolve, VA offers a unique environment where evidence-based care, cutting-edge research, and innovative technologies come together to support healing, recovery, and resilience. For mental health care providers seeking a career with purpose, support, and impact, there’s never been a more exciting time to explore opportunities at VA.

Impactful innovation and research

VA’s Office of Research and Development is one of the largest health research organizations in the country, and mental health is a core priority. VA researchers are advancing our understanding of mental health conditions like posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), depression, and suicide risk, while trialing novel treatments and delivery models that improve outcomes for Veterans. Highlights include:

• Immersive technologies like virtual reality are being used to treat substance abuse, depression, and anxiety.
• VA’s National Center for PTSD (NCPTSD), the world’s leading research and educational center of excellence on PTSD, makes strides in care via evidence-based therapies, medications, behavioral interventions, and therapeutic devices.
• Telehealth offerings to increase mental health care access for Veterans living in rural and underserved areas.

By integrating research with clinical practice, VA ensures that Veterans are treated by providers who are leveraging the latest in science and care.

Mental health care roles at VA

VA has openings for qualified and caring mental health professionals at all stages of their career, including:

Whether you’re early in your career or an experienced clinician, VA supports your professional growth through continuing education, interdisciplinary collaboration, and avenues into research.

VA benefits to support your lifestyle

VA takes pride in caring for our employees as they care for our Veterans. VA offers comprehensive employee benefits, predictable schedules, generous leave, and a strong support system. It’s rewarding work with rewarding benefits.

Join our team

The future of mental health care is being shaped each and every day at VA, and we’re always looking for qualified professionals to join our mission. If you’re All About Veterans like we are, consider a mental health care career with VA.

Learn more mental health care careers at VA Careers.