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Posted : 17-Jun-23

Location : Mather AFB, California, California

Salary : Open

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This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program.

You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

Approval, award amount (up to $,) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

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. Licensure : Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS- 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 : Social workers must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook , Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j, this part.

May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).

Grade Determinations : GS-12 Senior Social Worker Experience / Education : The candidate must have at least two years of experience post advanced practice clinical licensure and should be in a specialized area of social work practice of which, one year must be equivalent to the GS-11 grade level.

Senior social workers have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment. Senior social workers are experts in their specialized area of practice.

Senior social workers may have certification or other post-masters training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum / course of study and internship or equivalent supervised professional experience in a specialty.

Licensure / Certification : Senior social workers must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level which included an advanced generalist or clinical examination, unless they are grandfathered by the state in which they are licensed to practice at the advanced practice level (except for licenses issued in California, which administers its own clinical examination for advanced practice), and they must be able to provide supervision for licensure.

Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities : In addition to the experience above, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs : Skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities used in specialty treatment programs or with special patient populations.

This includes individual, group, and / or family counseling or psychotherapy and advanced level psychosocial and / or case management.

Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice.

Knowledge in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area, utilizing outcome evaluations to improve treatment services and to design system changes.

Ability to provide specialized consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients in the service delivery area, as well as role modeling effective social work practice skills.

Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the social work profession, and to write policies, procedures, and / or practice guidelines pertaining to the service delivery area.

References : VA Handbook / , Part II, Appendix G39, Social Worker Qualification Standard, GS-, Veterans Health Administration, dated September 10, .

Driver's License : Must be able to obtain and maintain a valid California Driver's License to operate a government vehicle.

Basic Life Support (BLS) : Required for all direct patient care positions per local policy. Incumbent will be self-directed in completing orientation and ongoing mandatory education.

Will actively participate in quarterly competency assessment and validation. Preferred Experience : Knowledge of VA and community resources related to women Veteran patient populations across NCHCS-wide catchment area.

Solid clinical assessment and therapeutic skills. Internal and external customer-service orientated. Ability to organize, prioritize, and multi-task efficiently and work as a part interdisciplinary team.

Strong interpersonal skills to work with a diverse Veteran population with varying levels of health literacy. Comfort and skill in utilizing technology in everyday work, including independently navigating virtual individual and group visits, and utilizing software and programs related to systems of care, tracking, and program evaluation.

The full performance level of this vacancy is 12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is a GS-12.

Physical Requirements : May on occasion require lifting and carrying of items (50 lbs. and under) for outreach events, pushing / pulling program materials in a hand cart, and standing for periods of time when conducting outreach.

Most of the time is spent sitting in front of a computer which can cause muscle strain and / or eye strain. "Work Schedule : Full Time;

Monday - Friday; 8 : 00 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m.; Subject to change to meet the needs of the Agency Telework : Authorized; if approved, would be on a regularly scheduled basis but this is not a remote position.

Virtual : This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement # : Relocation / Recruitment Incentives : May be authorized for highly qualified candidates EDRP Authorized : Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions / assistance.

Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report : Not required A relocation / recruitment incentive may be authorized for highly qualified applicants.

The Women Veterans Program Social Worker (WVPSW) is a professional social worker assigned to the Women Veterans Program (WVP) under the Chief of Staff.

The position is located at the Sacramento VA Medical Center in an outpatient setting and functions a member of the multidisciplinary Women Veterans Program team.

The incumbent is responsible for clinical Social Work practice in the Women Veterans Program, a specialized treatment assignment with complex cases.

Social Work Services are carried out in full accordance with specific program goals and broad objectives of the VA health care system.

Major duties for the position include but are not limited to : Uses the social work process (psychosocial assessment, diagnosis, and treatment) in collaboration with interdisciplinary team members to develop a care management plan and develop and implement psychosocial interventions.

Completes thorough biopsychosocial assessments, including psychosocial diagnosis and high-risk assessments, to determine Veterans' and their families' psychosocial functioning and needs.

Evaluates the need for mental health services, makes appropriate referrals for individual, group, marital, and family treatment services, uses knowledge and ability to independently implement treatment modalities, and provides educational classes and support groups for Veterans and families Serves as a liaison between women Veterans and their families and VA and community resources to ensure thorough delivery of services.

Participates fully in developing, planning, implementing and evaluating the interdisciplinary treatment plan, providing consultation to the treatment team and other staff members regarding psychosocial needs of Veterans and their families and the impact of the identified psychosocial problems on the Veteran's health care planning and compliance with treatment.

Provides consultation and education to Veterans and their families regarding community resources, VA benefits, specialty programs, and advance directives.

Provides intervention services, seeking to address the cause, and the presenting complaint and coordinates family conferences and serves as liaison to family members.

Conducts and participates in research and program evaluation as appropriate. Conducts outreach, needs assessments, program development, and planning activities to develop programs to address women Veterans' needs across the health care system.

Partners with VA Whole Health Team to coordinate and facilitate women Veterans' awareness of and access to Whole Health System of Care, expanding available Whole Health services available to women Veterans.

Participates in active outreach and establishes a collaborative relationship with military service members or newly enrolled women Veterans to increase their access to VA women healthcare services and utilization of these services.

Builds, oversees, and monitors holistic care expansion to ensure quality, accessible services for women Veterans, with a special emphasis on women Veterans in menopause and experiencing other transitions of aging.

Creates and provides educational presentations to VA and community organizations related to position and program. Attends training sponsored by the Veteran Integrated Service Network (VISN), VA Medical Center (VAMC), and other NASW-recognized training programs to enhance knowledge, skills, and abilities.

Serves on committees, workgroups, and task forces at the facility as deemed appropriate by the supervisor. Assists with the orientation and learning of less experienced social workers and, if interested, serves as a preceptor for social work students.

Other duties as assigned." About OUR MISSION : To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.

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It is larger than just a single facility, but rather it is a fully-integrated medical care facility with a single combined VA and Navy mission.

The combined mission of the FHCC means active duty military and their family members, military retirees, and eligible veterans receive health care at this encourages persons with disabilities to apply.

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Overview

Dignity Health Mercy San Juan Medical Center is a 370-bed not-for-profit Level 2 Trauma Center located in Carmichael California serving the areas of north Sacramento County and south Placer County for more than 50 years.

It is one of the area’s largest and most comprehensive medical centers. Dedicated to the community’s well-being our staff and volunteers provide excellence in care for our patients each year.

Mercy San Juan Medical Center has received recognition for being a Comprehensive Stroke Center and Center of Excellence for Bariatric Surgery along with Certificates of Excellence in Perinatal Care Hip- and Knee- Replacement.

Responsibilities

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker is responsible for performing social work assessments and interventions as needed for inpatients, outpatients and emergency department patients.

They are dedicated to patient and family centered care that values personal self-determination, skilled at managing multiple priorities at once, and engaging in creative, compassionate and ethical problem-solving.

As a member of a multidisciplinary health team, they perform comprehensive assessments and develop treatment plans that integrate the medical, social and resource issues that impact individual patients, families and at risk populations.

Licensed Clinical Social Workers are responsible for working collaboratively with all healthcare team members to develop and implement treatment plans that support patient-centered plan of care for both individual patients and the medical community.

The functions of the Licensed Clinical Social Worker includes crisis intervention, patient / family intervention, high risk screening, brief counseling, referring for financial or other identified resource needs, arrange and facilitate family / patient representative meetings with the health care team as needed, assist in post acute placement on complex discharges and engagement of appropriate agencies or community resources when high risk patients are identified.

The Licensed Clinical Social Worker establishes and maintains professional relationships with physicians, case managers, nursing staff, county agencies, community resources, patients and families.

The position will be required to serve on hospital committees and take part in developing and presenting in-services to Hospital staff.

• Performs psycho-emotional-social / environmental assessments on patients
• Formulates plans for patients with social, emotional, and resource needs
• Provides interventions and counsels patients and families for emotional, social and resource issues
• Serves as the professional on the multi-disciplinary team that advocates for patient's perspective in planning for care
• Maintains current clinical training and skills to provide competent care to : - Disadvantaged, Disenfranchised and Vulnerable Patient's and Families - Critically Ill - Traumatically Injured - Terminally Ill - End of Life situations - Maternal and Infant - Mentally Ill - Substance Abuse Issues
• Manages caseload with timely response to referrals and high risk screening
• Participates with RN Care Coordinator in developing optimal transition planning for patients following discharge.
• Documents assessments and interventions in the medical record and / or care plan, in a clear, articulate manner and includes all information pertinent to the patient's disposition within the required timeframe.
• Participates as part of the interdisciplinary team in patient care conferences and provides consultation to staff regarding psychosocial issues affecting patients' care and post-hospital situation.
• Mobilizes resources to effect rapid and timely movement of the patient through the system and promotes timely and safe post-hospital care.
• Assists patients / families in accessing services such as housing, personal care attendants, government entitlement programs, etc.

to maximize potential for health maintenance post discharge.

Makes referrals to appropriate community agencies to ensure complete and appropriate transitions of care post discharge.

Develops and maintains a professional relationship with community health, welfare and social agencies.

Identifies, assesses and participates in transition planning for patients who are at risk for readmission

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications :

• Current California Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) license
• Master's degree from a school of Social Work accredited by the Council of Social Work Education
• Two (2) years of clinical and / or medical social work experience required.
• The incumbent must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable people with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Essential functions include but are not limited to those functions that are performed frequently, require a significant amount of time or if not performed, result in an adverse impact.

• Knowledge of : Contemporary behavioral and systems theories relevant to health care; end-of-life dynamics and interventionsGrief and bereavement counselingSubstance abuse identification and interventionsSupport for victims of abuse, neglect or violenceCommunity or financial resources for underserved or vulnerable populationsSSDI, SDI, and other governmental / county requirements / programsThorough comprehension of OBRA and Title 22 is required in California
• Excellent customer service and presentation skills are a must
• Strong interpersonal and written communication skills are essential
• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical and problem solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks or projects effectively
• Ability to work independently as needed with a high degree of detail orientation
• Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities

This position is represented by SEIU-UHW

Job Description

• Hours : Monday - Friday 8 AM - 6 PM 10-Hour Shifts Available Minimum of 32 Hours
• Employed
• Degrees Accepted : Master's
• New Graduates Welcome to Apply
• Loan Repayment
• Benefits : Health / Dental / Vision 403b Employee Assistance Programs Like : Counseling Services, Family Caregiving, Legal Services, and More Loan Repayment Through HRSA
• Additional Information : The LCSW delivers mental and behavioral health services to patients under an Integrated Behavioral Health program.

The duties will include mental health / substance abuse assessment, integrated health care screenings, brief solution-focused therapy, referral, and support services.

Services will be provided to clients, families, and others from diverse backgrounds.

• Sacramento has been cited as one of the five most livable regions in America.
• We are located an hour from Napa Valley, 1.5 hours from San Francisco, 2 hours from San Jose, and 3 hours from Fresno

Job Description

• Hours : Hours vary by location
• Employed
• Degrees Accepted : Master's
• New Graduates Welcome to Apply
• Loan Repayment
• Sign-On Bonus : $3,000
• Benefits : We offer a robust & generous benefits package that is comparable to large healthcare institutions & other nonprofits in the area
• Medical Insurance; We offer a choice between three carriers : Sutter Health Plus, Western Health Advantage, &is Kaiser Permanente.

One Community Health covers about 90% of the Employee only premium & also covers 75% of the costs for dependents and / or partners / spouses.

• Dental / Vision; Two Dental plans are offered through Delta Dental : PPO & DHMO. DHMO is paid in full by the employer (employee only) & VSP Vision Insurance is paid in full by the employer (employee only).
• CME- $3,000 & 40 hours annually
• Student Loan Forgiveness : NHSC & PSLF participation
• PTO (Vacation & Sick Days) :
• 40 hours sick time, 24 if hired after July

8.61 hours of PTO per pay period, prorated to FTE

• Retirement : 401K- up to 4% match
• Additional Benefits :
• Paid license & professional dues
• Student loan forgiveness program participation
• Additional Information : - Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) or Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW)
• 1 to 5 years' experience in field
• Licenses required for this position, must be kept current, valid, and in good standing with the presiding entity.
• Active CPR, BLS Certification.
• Bi-Lingual in Spanish preferred

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) seeking an exciting opportunity near Sacramento, CA?

Look no further! Our client's reputable healthcare organization is currently in search of an LCSW to join their team. As an LCSW, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional mental health services to individuals and families in need.

Join this dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on the Sacramento community!

Are you a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) seeking an exciting opportunity near Sacramento, CA?

Look no further! Our client's reputable healthcare organization is currently in search of an LCSW to join their team. As an LCSW, you will play a crucial role in providing exceptional mental health services to individuals and families in need.

Join this dynamic team and make a meaningful impact on the Sacramento community!

Highlights of the LCSW Position :

• Monday - Thursday - 8am - 6pm
• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Generous PTO
• Rewarding Work Environment : Collaborate with a team of passionate professionals dedicated to improving the mental health and well-being of individuals in Sacramento, CA.

Our organization fosters a supportive work culture that values teamwork and collaboration.

Varied Clinical Responsibilities : Utilize your LCSW expertise to conduct initial assessments, provide therapy sessions, and develop personalized treatment plans for individuals of diverse backgrounds.

Engage in individual, group, and family therapy sessions focusing on evidence-based approaches for promoting recovery and wellness.

Client-Centered Approach : Embrace a client-centered approach by creating a safe and empathetic space for individuals to share their concerns and emotions.

Apply a strengths-based perspective to empower clients in achieving their goals and enhancing their overall quality of life.

Skills Required for the LCSW Position :

• LCSW licensure in the state of California is a must.
• Possess exceptional clinical skills and experience in providing therapy for individuals, groups, and families.
• Proficient in conducting mental health assessments, diagnostic evaluations, and treatment planning.
• Knowledge of evidence-based therapeutic interventions and ability to adapt interventions to meet individual clients' needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to establish rapport with clients and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.

Sacramento, CA, is an exceptional place to live and work. This vibrant city is renowned for its beautiful parks, mild climate, and a rich of cultural attractions.

With its diverse dining scene, farmers markets, and proximity to world-class wineries, you'll never run out of exciting culinary experiences to explore.

The region's breathtaking outdoor opportunities, including hiking, cycling, and water sports, make it a paradise for outdoor enthusiasts.

Plus, Sacramento offers top-notch schools, affordable housing options, and a strong sense of community, making it a wonderful place to raise a family and build a fulfilling career.

For more information on this permanent LCSW position or other opportunities nationwide, please apply with your updated CV.