Social Worker (HCHV-Health Care for Homeless Veterans/SUD-Substance Use Disorder)
Location: Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Description: Department Of Veterans Affairs is employing Social Worker (HCHV-Health Care for Homeless Veterans/SUD-Substance Use Disorder) right now, this job will be reside in South Dakota. For complete informations about this job opportunity kindly read the description below. Vacancy Identification Number (VIN): 887010
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Our mission: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - "To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.
YOU CAN MAKE A DIFFERENCE
How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate care to Veterans?
At the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System (SFVAHCS), we strive to hire only the best! Working with and for America's Veterans is a privilege and we pride ourselves on the quality of care we provide. In return for your commitment to quality health care for our nation's Veterans, the VA offers an incomparable benefits package. Located in southeast South Dakota, Sioux Falls is a progressive family-oriented community, with an extremely low crime rate. Four seasons with abundant recreation activities. No state income tax. The SF! VAHCS is a teaching hospital providing a full range of patient! care service, with state-of-the-art technology as well as education and research. Care is provided to eligible veterans in eastern South Dakota, Northwestern Iowa, and Southwestern Minnesota. Comprehensive health care is provided through primary care, tertiary care, and long-term care in the areas of medicine, surgery, psychiatry, physical medicine and rehabilitation, neurology, oncology, dentistry, geriatrics, and transitional care. The SFVAHCS is part of VA Midwest Healthcare System (VISN 23), which includes facilities in Minnesota, North Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and South Dakota. Every job at the VA impacts the Veterans that we serve. You can be part of that team, helping to make sure that our Veterans receive the top-quality care they deserve.
As a VA professional, your opportunities are endless. With many openings in the multiple functions of VA, you will have a wide range of opportunities at your fingertips. Not only is it the largest, most technologically ad! vanced integrated health care system in the nation, but we also provide many other services to Veterans through the Benefits Administration and National Cemeteries. VA professionals feel good about their careers and their ability to balance work and home life. VA offers generous paid time off and a variety of predictable and flexible scheduling opportunities. For more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs, go to http://www.vacareers.va.gov/
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
The procedures outlined in AFGE Master Agreement, Article 23, Section 8 will be followed. First consideration will be given to current Sioux Falls VAHCS employees. KEY REQUIREMENTS
U. S. Citizenship DUTIES:
The Sioux Falls VA Health Care System is currently recruiting for a full-time , permanent, Social Worker (! HCHV-SUD), Health Care for Homeless Veterans, (HCHV), Substance Use Dis! order (SUD) program specialist. The social worker is under the direct supervision of the Homeless Coordinator. This position will be located in the Mental Health Service Line. As a Social Worker (HCHV-SUD), you are responsible for the following duties to include, but not limited to:
Provide direct SUD services for the HCHV program in the Medical Center and in the community. Provides Outreach and treatment services for the HCHV program in the community specifically for persons with substance abuse issues.
Provides training for other members of a multidisciplinary treatment team in areas related to SUD assessment, SUD with co-occurring disorders. Independently conducts intake and needs assessment of homeless Veterans and their significant others. Identifies symptoms leading to clinical diagnoses of SUD. Provides all necessary assessment functions, e.g. interviewing, psychosocial histories, and SUD assessments to aid in the development of treatment plans.
Develops comprehensive treatment plans with the Veteran that address the factors that contributed to homelessness, including SUD and other co-occurring factors within a recovery model framework. The recovery model includes developing harm reduction interventions. Works with the Veteran to realize the VeteranÂ's treatment goals, and reassesses and revises goals as indicated by the VeteranÂ's engagement in treatment. Organizes and conducts individual and group case management and SUD treatment, to include early interventions and supportive follow-up to ensure stability. Provides innovative treatment alternatives for those who have chronic SUD.
Provides SUD support to the HCHV team as a functional member of the team, to include consultation, interventions, or accompanying other HCHV personnel into the community. Will serve as a member of a multidisciplinary homeless program treatment team. Develops partnerships with community agencies, especially those serving h! omeless and SUD Veterans, with regular contact and communication.
Provide liaison services with other programs referring homeless Veterans to HCHV to ensure continuity of care and promote successful transition of Veterans from one program to another. Provide consultative services as needed.
Will participate in policy making, goal setting, and treatment service planning discussions with other members of the Homeless Programs. Provides recovery-oriented treatment with the goal of establishing the Veteran independently in the community at the VeteranÂ's highest level of functioning and quality of life. Develops programs and interventions for those who have chronic substance abuse and provides treatment for this population.
When assigned a social work student, incumbent will supervise training activities of the student and will adhere to VHA Handbook 1400.0 Supervision of Associated Health Trainees and VISN Documentation Policy 10N2-115-08.
The incumbent will enter all Veteran/family contacts in the electronic r! ecord using appropriate formats and templates. The incumbent is accurate, literate, and timely in charting, correspondence, and reports. Incumbent will judge effectiveness of techniques and when indicated seeks advice from the clinical treatment team or adjusts practices if therapies seem ineffective.
Maintain records and statistics required by the assignment, as well as any other information which may be needed for special studies and reports. Participates in staff development and training activities, research, program planning and development.
Assumes responsibly for professional development by various venues such as: Education of current theory and treatment modalities, reading professional journals, attending conferences, clinic seminars and teleconferences, and utilizing materials provided by Sioux Falls Health Care System (SFVAHCS).
Maintains a level of productivity and quality consistent with the complexity of the assignment and consistent ! with Social Work standards, the Joint Commission standards and facility! standards. Demonstrates knowledge and skill in the use of software applications for drafting documents and data management as well as other computer systems in use by the VHA.
Collaborates in the performance improvement processes and complies with performance measures. Serves on committees, work groups, and task forces at the facility as deemed appropriate by immediate supervisor and Social Work Executive.
Provides documentation of HCHV intervention (program overprints, progress notes, social summaries, addendum, consultations, etc.) that is done for each Veteran seen in the program. Documentation will provide a comprehensive description of the HCHV activities. Complete administrative and statistical reports to comply with program and administrative requirements. All reports are prepared and submitted within the time period specified and are accurate and complete.
Will give evidence of having regular contact and interaction with a variety of comm! unity resources and agencies.
The incumbent assumes responsibility for independent professional functioning and regularly works with a variety of complex cases within the assigned areas requesting consultation in unusually difficult situations and problematical decisions.
The incumbent is accountable for keeping the Homeless Coordinator/designee informed of administrative matters, professional/clinical issues and identifying problem areas that should be brought to the attention of the Coordinator. The Coordinator/designee through regular individual conferences and random record audits will review work.
Other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: The tour of duty for this position is typically administrative hours, Monday-Friday, however, this position requires travel to outlying areas and may have irregular tours of duty; flexibility in tours and days of week will be required. Services may be provided to other Community Based Outpatie! nt Clinics (CBOC's). Travel will be required .
Relocation E! xpenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
Basic Requirements:
Citizen of the United States .
Licensure : Be licensed or certified at the Master's level to independently practice social work.
English Language Proficiency : Social workers must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j.
Education : Have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the school of social work is fully accredited. A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work. Verification of the degree can be made by going to the CSWE website (Council on Social Work Educatio! n to verify if that social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a master of social work.
Exception : VA may waive the licensure and/or certification requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified, pending completion of state prerequisites for examination. VA social workers who are not licensed at the time of appointment must be licensed or certified at the Master's level, within 3 years of their appointment as a social worker. Those who fail to obtain state licensure or certification within the required time frames must be removed from the General Schedule (GS)-185 social worker series. This may result in termination of employment.
GR ADE DETERMINATIONS :
GS-9 : The GS-9 is the entry level grade for the GS-185 social work series and is used for social workers with less than one year of post-MSW experience and for social workers who are not yet licensed or certified at the independent practice level. Social workers! at the GS-9 level are working toward completion of prerequisites for l! icensure or certification. Applicants eligible for the GS-9 level must meet all basic requirements listed above. In addition, the candidates must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Ability to provide psychosocial treatment to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational, and other diversified backgrounds. This requires knowledge of human development and behavior (physical and psychological), and the differential influences of the environment, society, and culture.
Ability to work with patients and families who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric, medical, and social problems utilizing individual, group, and family counseling skills. Work with more complex problems is done under close supervision. With guidance from the social work supervisor, ability to assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of patients and their family members, and to formulate and implement a treatment plan! , identifying the patientÂ's problems, strengths, weaknesses, coping skills, and assistance needed.
Basic knowledge of psychosocial treatment modalities and, under supervision, ability to implement treatment modalities in working with individuals, families, and groups to achieve treatment goals. This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive, problem solving, or crisis intervention techniques.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, staff, and representatives of community agencies.
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people from varied backgrounds.
5. Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures. This includes acute, chronic, and
traumatic illnesses/injuries; common medications and their effects/side effects; and medical terminology.
6. Basic skill in the use of computer software applications for draf! ting documents, data management, and tracking. Ability to learn
GS-11 : In addition to meeting all basic requirements, 1 year of professional social work experience, equivalent to the next lower grade level, under qualified social work supervision. This experience must have been in a clinical setting and must have demonstrated the potential to perform advanced assignments independently.
OR
In addition to meeting basic requirements, a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work. A doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required 1 year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting.
Applicant must be licensed or certified at the Master's level to independently practice social work to be eligible for a GS-11.
In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:
Knowledge of community resources, how to make appropriate ! referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services, and ability to coordinate services.
Ability to independently assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of patients and their family members and to formulate and implement a treatment plan, identifying the patientÂ's problems, strengths, weaknesses, coping skills and assistance needed, in collaboration with the patient, family and interdisciplinary treatment team.
Ability to independently conduct psychosocial assessments and provide psychosocial treatment to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational and other diversified backgrounds. This requires knowledge of human development and behavior (physical and psychological) and the differential influences of the environment, society and culture.
Knowledge and experience in the use of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities and treatment procedures. This includes acute, chroni! c and traumatic illnesses/injuries, common medications and their effect! s/side effects, and medical terminology.
Knowledge of psychosocial treatment and ability to independently implement treatment modalities in working with individuals, families and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric, medical and social problems to achieve treatment goals. This requires independent judgment and skill in utilizing supportive, problem solving or crisis intervention techniques.
Ability to independently provide counseling and/or psychotherapy services to individuals, groups and families. Social workers must practice within the bounds of their license or certification. For example, some states may require social workers providing psychotherapy to have a clinical level of licensure.
Ability to provide consultation services to other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment. Ability to provide orientation and coaching to new social wo! rkers and social work graduate students. Ability to serve as a field instructor for social work graduate students who are completing VHA field placements.
Ability to independently evaluate his/her own practice through participation in professional peer review case conferences, research studies, or other organized means.
Knowledge and skill in the use of computer software applications for drafting documents, data management, and tracking, especially those programs in use by VHA.
Non-Qualifying Experience : Clinical social work experience obtained prior to completion of the requirements for a Master's Degree in Social Work does not satisfy this requirement. NOTE : A clinical setting is a medical center, clinic (medical or psychiatric), a residential treatment center, or any other type of facility where social work participates in collaborative treatment and is identified with the medical profession.
Grade Determinations :
! Note : The full performance level of this vacancy is 11. The act! ual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of 09 to 11. The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group) will review the selected candidateÂ's education and experience and recommend the grade and step at which the candidate will be placed. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : The work is generally sedentary in nature with daily intermittent walking, standing, bending, stooping, reaching, and carrying of lightweight items required. Periods of time may be moderately demanding to include increased driving, or assisting VeteranÂ's with impaired mobility while making visits to alternative living situations or other community agencies. Intermittent complicated issues with Veteran or care giver may periodically become stressful. Docum! entation in electronic medical record is required for position necessitating good hand/eye coordination. Occasional lifting, moving, or transporting of VeteranÂ's possessions weighing up to 40 lbs. may occur. Community visits will require the ability to drive a vehicle. Must possess a valid driver's license.
References : VA Handbook 5005/50, Part II, Appendix G39, SOCIAL WORKER QUALIFICATION STANDARDS, dated February 29, 2012, and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions at http://www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/IORs/GS0100/0185.htm
APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions reco! gnized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accre! ditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided and provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.
Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference" with required proof as stated on the form! . For more information, please visit http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx . HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED:
Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS will not be considered for applicants who fail to submit a complete application package. We cannot be held responsible for incompatible software, fax transmissions errors, or any other delays. You will not be contacted for missing, incomplete or clarification of information relating to your application materials.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds ! for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment! )
Applicant is subject to a pre-employment physical examination.
New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Service law.
Applicants must not be listed on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database.
Applicants selected for positions through this announcement may be subject to a one year probationary period. BENEFITS:
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, ! we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp . OTHER INFORMATION:
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VET PRO CREDENTIALING: Individuals selected for positions that have patient care responsibilities are subject to undergoing an electronic credentialing process called VetPro. As part of this process, it will be necessary for you to submit complete information concerning your professional education, training, experience, licensure and certifications using VetPro. The candidate selected will be provided with further information on how to use VetPro.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
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