Social Worker (Whole Health Program Manager)

Social Worker (Whole Health Program Manager)Department of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview

##### Open & closing dates

05/10/2019 to 05/31/2019

##### Service

Competitive

##### Pay scale & grade

GS 13

##### Salary

$88,704 to $115,313 per year

##### Appointment type

Permanent

##### Work schedule

Full-TimeLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Huntington, WV 1 vacancyRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThe Social Worker assigned to the Whole Health Program (WHP) is

responsible for program planning, developing, analysis, and

monitoring of data in addition to supervising Complimentary and

Integrative Health Instructors, Whole Health Coaches, and Whole

Health Partners under the Whole Health Program for the Hershel

"Woody" Williams VA Medical Center.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesDuties of the Social Worker (WHP) include and are not limited

to:Managing the administrative and clinical aspects of the WHP within

the facility, in multiple divisions of the facility.Coordinating interdisciplinary staffing, work assignments, budget,

and health care services provided.Supervising employees assigned to the program.Possessing specialized knowledge and expertise in the assessment,

diagnosis, and treatment of a variety of chronic issues, including

the identification and treatment of mental health disorders within

the context of chronic medical illness, and the promotion of health

and well-being veterans.Responsible for the comprehensive development, planning, and

implementation of the program's policies and procedures, determining

the needs of the program, overseeing and directing the quality and

quantity of training, monitoring data-driven outcomes, and

establishing program initiatives and direction within limitations of

available staff and budget.Collaborating with Patient-Aligned Care Team (PACT) clinicians and

members of the interdisciplinary team to provide training, clinician

coaching, and consultation regarding health behavior change issues

that integral to the delivery of effective Health Promotion and

Disease Prevention (HPDP) services and programs.Planning, developing and delivering education, referral, and

individual and group therapy to patients.Serving as a resource to other members of the WHP multidisciplinary

team and other healthcare providers within the Medical Center.All other duties as assigned.Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Financial Disclosure Report: Not requiredTravel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusYesPromotion PotentialNone

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- RequirementsConditions of Employment

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job

Designated and/or random drug testing may be required

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after

12/31/1959

You may be required to serve a probationary period

Subject to a background/security investigation

Must be proficient in written and spoken English

Selected applicants will be required to complete an online

onboarding process

QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements

by the closing date of this announcement, 05/31/2019.

Basic Requirements:

- United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be

appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens

in accordance with VA Policy.

- 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 to verify if that social work degree meets the

accreditation standards for a master of social work.

- Licensure. Persons hired or reassigned to social worker

positions in the GS-185 series in VHA must be licensed or

certified by a state to independently practice social at the

master's degree level. Current stat requirements may be found on

the OHRM website.Grade Determinations: GS-13 Social Worker Program

Coordinator.

- Experience, Education, and Licensure: Individuals assigned

as Supervisory Social Workers must be licensed or certified at

the advanced practice level and must be able to provide

supervision for subordinate staff to qualify for licensure.

Their experience must demonstrate possession of advanced

practice skills in a specialty area or in administration

demonstrating progressively more professional competency and

judgement. They may have certification or other post-master's

training from a nationally recognized professional organization

or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study

and internship, or equivalent, or equivalent supervised

professional experience. In addition

- Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities.

1. Ability to independently organize work, set priorities, and

meet multiple deadlines.

2. Knowledge and skill in management/administration, which

includes supervision, consultation, negotiation, and

monitoring.

3. Ability to ensure provision of clinical social work services

by supervised social workers.

4. Ability to provide administrative supervision and clinical

supervision, including supervision for social work

licensure.References: VA Handbook 5005/23, Part II, Appendix G39Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to

walk, stand and push. This position requires potentially long

periods of continued walking, standing, stooping, sitting, bending,

pulling, and pushing.EducationIMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application

if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.

Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities,

schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal

employment. You can verify your education here:

http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. 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. For further information, visit:

http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.Additional informationThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional

vacancies.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have

faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer

competitive status.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.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for

Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at

VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and

coaching and reintegration support for military service members.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for

information regarding an Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the

qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE

MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your

application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be

verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or

omissions may affect consideration for employment.NOTE: The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group)

will review the selected candidate's education and experience and

recommend the grade and salary at which the candidate will be

placed. For internal selectees eligible for promotion, the board

will recommend grade and HR will determine step in accordance with

policy.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer

work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps,

AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;

philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and

skills and can provide valuable training and experience that

translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for

all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceOtherDrug test requiredNoPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processSuitability/Fitness- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application

Package which includes:

Copy of Advanced Practice Level Licensure

Resume

Transcript

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if

applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this

position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all

documents required for your application, such as a copy of your

transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former

Federal employees), etc.

Cover Letter

DD-214

Copy of Advanced Practice Level Licensure

Resume

SF-15

SF-50

Transcript

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible

Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or

for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must

provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and

character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are

currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or

discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to

your active duty service which reflects the dates of service,

character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and 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 Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.

Documentation is required to award preference. For more information

on Veterans' Preference, please visit

http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: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. Therefore, provide only the

attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting

institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this

vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may

affect the overall rating.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a

comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your

family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to

make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal

benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold

and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.

Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific

benefits offered.- How to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this

position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the

documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The

complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on

05/31/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire

click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10499048.

To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log

in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your

USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete

the occupational questionnaire.

Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.

NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and

appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS

account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the

Application Status link and then select the more information link

for this position. The Details page will display the status of your

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uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan

process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your USA

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announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents

from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a

condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of

Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals

who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where

patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as

part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,

VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers

(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary

units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA

licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and

unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee

basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,

and trainees who work at these facilities. HCPs that are unable to

receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a

face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationStevi LauPhone304-429-6741 [email protected] VA Medical Center

1540 Spring Valley Drive

Huntington, WV 25704

USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a

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packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy

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