The Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program Coordinator (IPVAP-C) is a Social Work Program Coordinator whose primary responsibilities are to develop and coordinate programming for Veterans, their intimate partners and VA staff impacted by intimate partner violence in compliance with VHA Directive 1198, Intimate Partner Violence Assistance Program.

Duties

Social Work: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Social-Worker-Career-Flyer.pdf Duties include but are not limited to the following: Oversees the daily operation of the program and works with leadership to ensure IPVAP is implemented in accordance with the VHA Directive 1198 and other related national policies and guidance. Writes policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines for the program in accordance with local and National guidance. Serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for addressing the needs of Veterans, their intimate partners, caregivers and VA employees experience relating to IPV, as well as enhancing the quality of service provided. Ensures compliance with IPV screening, identification and documentation protocols in accordance with the IPVAP program guidance. Works collaboratively across systems and departments to establish effective processes to address a positive Relationship Health Screening (RHS) in accordance with national and local written policies and ensures those who disclose experiencing IPV are assessed for risk during the same episode of care in which the disclosure is made. Creates and distributes educational tools, develops programs and implements training focused on specific IPV needs/issues. Oversees and directs the program's budget and various control points assigned to the program within the assigned areas. Works closely with local budget and fiscal staff to report status and changes to the national IPVAP and responds timely to requests for fiscal reports from the VISN and the National IPVAP. Completes the annual IPVAP Program Implementation and Evaluation (PIE) and other requested program evaluation actions and submits data and reports as required to the National IPVAP. Develops local methods to collect and review data regarding IPV screening, referrals and services rendered within the medical facility to identify needs and opportunities for program improvement. Provides training, orientation and guidance within clinical practice guidelines on IPV and IPV-related issues to staff within the health care system as needed. Provides outreach presentations to community agencies, National Guard and Reserve units, Veteran Service Organizations and other stakeholders on VA IPV assistance programs and services. Coordinates events and programs for the annual Domestic Violence Awareness Month every October that includes announcement and advertising of month-long activities, mobilization of participants and educational sessions Conducts psychosocial assessments to assess IPV risks as well as assess for psychiatric illness, emotional distress and social needs. Participates (directly or in consultation with other clinical staff) in safety planning with individuals at risk for IPV. Incumbent identifies resources and additional needs for clinical interventions. Develops, coordinates and implements evidenced-based interventions, as well as support groups and educational programs. Provides consultation and oversight to facilitators. Provides education, referrals, and consults to VA services and programs as appropriate when meeting directly with Veterans. The incumbent provides clinical supervision of social work students or less experienced social workers.The incumbent will maintain data and uphold professional and agency standards to comply with Joint Commission, VA and medical center policy and procedures. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am- 4:30 pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements

Qualifications

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. 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 http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work. Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). GS-12 Social Worker (Program Coordinator) Grade Determinations: Experience and Education: One year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Experience must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills and judgment, demonstrating progressively more professional competency. Candidate may have certification or other post-master's degree training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship, or equivalent supervised professional experience. Licensure/Certification: Individuals assigned as social worker program coordinator must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level, and must be able to provide supervision for licensure. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of program coordination and administration which includes consultation, negotiation, and monitoring. (b) Knowledge and ability to write policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines for the program. (c) Ability to supervise multidisciplinary staff assigned to the program. (d) Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting multiple deadlines, and evaluating assigned program area(s). (e) Ability to provide training, orientation, and guidance within clinical practice. Preferred Experience: Experience with program coordination and management, committee participation, presenter for trainings, ability to prepare and present data driven reports, advanced clinical knowledge and skills in the area of intimate partner violence and related issues, experience providing behavioral health experiences with a minimum of 2 years as a LCSW, including individual and group therapy, experience providing supervision for licensure. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. FORMER VA HANDBOOK REFERENCE: PART II APPENDIX G39 EFFECTIVE DATE: September 10, 2019 Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation and would generally not require a pre-placement examination. Exceptions: A pre-placement examination is required for any occupation or assignment that requires the operation of a government-owned or -leased motor vehicle in order to properly carry out assigned duties. Examinations may also be required for any occupation or assignment that requires a pre-placement examination by virtue of another policy, regulation, or statute.

Education

IMPORTANT: 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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Boise VA Medical Center 500 West Fort Street Boise, ID 83702 US
• Name: Shayna Lewis
• Phone: 918-577-3080
• Email: [email protected]