Job opening: SOCIAL WORKER

Salary: $90 893 - 118 161 per year

Relocation: YES

Published at: Oct 05 2023

Employment Type: Full-time

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to assist in the creation of a strategic plan for comprehensive preventative services. It integrates Military Service & DoD wide activities, analyzes population health, and offers leadership advice on matters relating to psychological health. Ensures military members are made aware of counseling and supportive programs offered.

Duties

Actively manages the Air Reserve installation/Air Force Reserve Wing's (to include Air Force Reserve Tenant Wings) Psychological Health Program in support of the commander's leadership team to address the psychological health of their installation/wing. Designs, develops, coordinates, and implements prevention and community outreach and education programs. Conducts assessment, routine crisis evaluations, psycho-diagnostic assessments, provides short-term evidence based problem resolution strategies and services. Responsible for marketing and marketing evaluation activities.

Requirements

U.S. Citizenship Required
Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations, more information on PCS benefits/requirements may be found at the following link: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
Disclosure of Political Appointments
Advance in hire is authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
Selective Placement Factor: Must possess a current unrestricted license to practice clinical social work (LCSW) independently in any one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands
This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
Practice will require clinical privileges at the host MTF. MUST maintain active clinical privileges for the duration of employment. Must sustain current competency to practice at the independent level
Must have practiced as an independent licensed clinical social worker within past two years
Position requires Basic Life Support (BLS) in accordance with local Medical Group (MDG) policies
Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
Incumbent may share on-call duty during weeknights and/or weekends on a rotational basis as required consistent with other mental health professionals of the same specialty performing like duties
Position has been identified as having "regular contact with children," requiring a criminal history background check to be completed on any person selected for the position IA W DoD guidance
Completion of appropriate clinical and administrative duties may involve "after hours" care or work in addition to regular duties
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance
This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use per AFI 90-508
At a minimum, qualification requirements stipulated by the US Office of Personnel Management (OPM) for the 0185 occupational series must be met

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment (Continued): Leave accrual is authorized upon request As a condition of employment, government civilian providers must meet all applicable credentialing requirements IAW military treatment facility guidelines and be fully qualified to perform within the scope of their practice Qualifications: In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Professional and Scientific Positions, Social Work Series 0185 + IOR BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Degree: social work. Must fulfill all of the requirements for the master's degree in social work in a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Please Note: You must submit a copy of your transcripts. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes experience applying a professional knowledge of social work, evidence-based treatments and the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) of the American Psychiatric Association to evaluate and treat psychiatric disorders; Applying a working knowledge of military organizations, culture and the unique stressors upon workers in an operational military workplace; Administer, score and interpret measures to properly assess patient's and family's needs.; Evaluate behavioral risk to engage appropriate protections; Provide guidance and consultation services to medical professionals and military leaders; facilitate referrals to military or community-based human service agencies and resources; e.g., Protective Services or financial aid organizations. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of professional social work practices, principles, theories, and administrative requirements to be able to apply them in clinical settings, non-clinical settings, and toward effective program management. Knowledge of professional evidence-based treatments for a full range of psychiatric disorders to plan and provide short-term problem resolution to clients or refer them for clinical treatment. Knowledge of administration, scoring, and interpretation of select psychological and psycho-social measures to properly assess patient's and family's needs and capabilities, along with a sophisticated understanding of behavioral risk management and ability to engage appropriate protections as needed when risk of harm to self or others is present. Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders to evaluate psychiatric disorders and apply professional diagnostic skills; in addition, knowledge of complex support systems, such as child and family prevention outreach services, professional organizations, and their management and administration; how they affect adult, child, and family welfare; the multiple uses of such systems, professionals and organizations to deliver services; and psychological health dynamics/indicators, prevention theories, and practices. Skill in conducting individual and community needs assessment interviews to establish the nature and extent of concerns/issues; providing professional assistance to clients/customers; determining appropriate referral services/opinions; and planning and implementing professional community organization strategies, initiatives, and programs. Ability to apply professional community organization skills related to the formulating of needs assessments, development, and marketing of prevention programs; and apply professional diagnostic skills to individuals, families, and small groups; provide guidance and consultation services to medical professionals and military leaders, work well with others in a team approach, and facilitate referrals to community-, county-, or state-based human service agencies as needed (e.g., Emergency Department, Protective Services, Security Forces, and financial aid organizations); and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to include maintaining proper records to document services provided, including patient care, follow up, and/or referral. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.