Social Worker (PTSD Residential)
The primary function of the PTSD-RRTP Social Worker is to provide treatment planning, discharge planning, case management, clinical treatment, coverage for other treatment team members' groups when needed, advocacy, and coordination of linkage to appropriate VA and community service providers/agencies as needed by the Veteran on an independent practice level. This service provision is accomplished in consultation to and collaboration with the Veteran, the Veteran's family members/significant others and members of the mental health interdisciplinary treatment team. The incumbent also provides education to residents, interns and other in-training staff on the role of social work and discharge options available in the community. In addition to the behavioral health needs, the Social Worker is able to assist Veterans who may have multiple rehabilitative care needs, including medical, psychiatric, vocational, educational and/or social. Therefore, the Social Worker also has extensive skills in utilizing VA and community resources. The PTSD Substance Abuse Track (PSAT) is a program offered within the PTSD-RRTP to veterans with co-occurring PTSD and Substance Use Disorder (SUDS). As part of the interdisciplinary treatment team, the Social Worker possesses knowledge and skills to independently complete a psychosocial assessment as required in the MH&BS documentation policy. The psychosocial assessment occurs through interviews with the Veteran, family members/significant others and/or other service providers whenever possible and with the Veteran's permission. The Social Worker provides Veterans with ongoing counseling and/or case management, as needed, during the course of treatment that addresses their treatment and discharge needs for re-entry into the community. The Social Worker engages Veterans via discussions around their reaction to their current symptoms, need for admission, and any other environmental issues relevant to the Veteran's treatment in order to decrease obstacles, improve optimal adjustment and ability to maintain self-care for discharge planning. Veterans and their family members/significant others are educated as to their treatment and discharge options available in the community. The incumbent works to assist Veterans in accomplishing their treatment goals and/or assist with any psychosocial crises that arise. The Social Worker may provide individual, group, and family psychotherapy and psychosocial education as required and appropriate. Work Schedule:
Mon-Fri:
8am to 4:
30pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required 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. Master's degree in social work (MSW) 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. Licensure or certification by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. Grade Determinations:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-11 LEVEL:
Requires a minimum of one year of post-MSW degree professional social work experience in the field of health care. This experience must have been in a clinical setting and must have demonstrated the potential to perform advanced assignments independently. (A clinical setting is a medical center, clinic - medical or psychiatric, residential treatment center, or any other type of facility where social work participates in a collaborative treatment and is identified with the medical profession.) Experience must have been obtained AFTER earning a Master's Degree in Social Work. SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-11 LEVEL:
To meet the required specialized experience for the GS-11 level, applicant may substitute a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work. You must submit a transcript to receive credit for this education. References:
VA Handbook 5005/23, Part II, Appendix F7, SOCIAL WORKER QUALIFICATION STANDARD, dated February 2009, and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions at http:
//www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/IORs/GS0100/0185.htm. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11. Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Mon-Fri:
8am to 4:
30pm Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required 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. Master's degree in social work (MSW) 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. Licensure or certification by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. Grade Determinations:
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE FOR GS-11 LEVEL:
Requires a minimum of one year of post-MSW degree professional social work experience in the field of health care. This experience must have been in a clinical setting and must have demonstrated the potential to perform advanced assignments independently. (A clinical setting is a medical center, clinic - medical or psychiatric, residential treatment center, or any other type of facility where social work participates in a collaborative treatment and is identified with the medical profession.) Experience must have been obtained AFTER earning a Master's Degree in Social Work. SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-11 LEVEL:
To meet the required specialized experience for the GS-11 level, applicant may substitute a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work. You must submit a transcript to receive credit for this education. References:
VA Handbook 5005/23, Part II, Appendix F7, SOCIAL WORKER QUALIFICATION STANDARD, dated February 2009, and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions at http:
//www.opm.gov/qualifications/standards/IORs/GS0100/0185.htm. This can be found in the local Human Resources Office. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11. Physical Requirements:
See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.
- Department:
0185 Social Work - Salary Range:
$59,173 to $93,077 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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