AddressSummary Safe Haven Liaison performs social work duties specifically directed toward Veterans enrolled in the Safe Haven program. The Safe Haven Liaison is responsible for the fiscal and contractual oversight and provides clinical, psychosocial and case management services for eligible Veterans and their family members. They will work closely with the VA medical center's other homeless programs, to ensure that coordination is facilitated and Veterans' direct care, referral, and follow up is contiguous. Responsibilities The Safe Haven Liaison manages the daily operation of the CR programs as outlined in VHA Handbook 1162.09 Health Care for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) Program and provides direct patient care services for Veterans in the CR programs. The incumbent develops policies and procedures for program operation and prepares reports and statistics for facility, VISN, and national use. The incumbent manages and controls the use of data related to these programs regarding day-to-day functioning and program evaluation. The incumbent is responsible for managing the programs' budget and fund control points. In conjunction with the Homeless Programs Supervisor, the Contract Residential Coordinator plans, organizes, and directs administrative, operational and patient activities for the CR Programs. The Safe Haven Liaison provides oversight of the CR-funded programs. The liaison performs announced and unannounced site visits of CR programs to ensure that Veterans reside in safe environments, in compliance with HCHV guidelines. They coordinate and participate in the site inspections for each program and reviews all inspection packets for completeness and accuracy and forwards to the appropriate offices. Intervenes as necessary to facilitate compliance or corrective actions and, when appropriate, develop, facilitate, and monitor the corrective action plan. The Safe Haven Liaison is responsible for the monthly billing and monitoring of bed utilization. They work closely with Medical Center/VISN fiscal department and the appropriate CR Contracting Offices. The liaison conducts psychosocial assessments to determine the needs of Veterans and family members. Demonstrates an ability to work with a wide variety of individuals from various socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, educational and other diversified backgrounds. Possesses basic knowledge of human development and behavior (physical and psychological) and the differential influences of the environment, society and culture. Formulates and implements a treatment plan. Identifies the Veteran's problems, strengths, weaknesses, coping skills, and the assistance needed. Provides counseling and/or psychotherapy services to individuals, groups and families. Social Workers must practice within the scope of their license or certification. The liaison conducts a suicide risk assessment and all requirements per the Suicide Prevention guidelines. Verifies the Veteran's status, eligibility for VA medical care, and eligibility for program participation. Assists Veterans in obtaining permanent housing. Possesses basic knowledge of psychosocial treatment modalities. Implements treatment modalities in working with individuals, families, and groups to achieve treatment goals. This requires judgment and skill in utilizing supportive, problem solving, or crisis intervention techniques. The liaison serves as an advocate on behalf of Veterans to ensure comprehensive service delivery. Links and refers Veterans to the VA Medical Center, VA Regional Offices and/or community agencies. Conducts regular case discussions and treatment planning with the Veteran, CR-funded program staff and the CR Liaison. The liaison also provides supportive case management services to assigned Veterans and significant others, consistent with the goals and methods of the Healthcare for Homeless Veterans (HCHV) program and with all relevant Medical Center policies and procedures. Supportive case management services are characterized by assertive outreach, individualized treatment planning, a multidimensional orientation and the intensive delivery of services. Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf Social Work: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Social-Worker-Career-Flyer.pdf Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:00pm Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases 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) 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: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Social Worker Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. 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 masters 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 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 http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/. Failure to Obtain License or Certification. In all cases, Social Workers must actively pursue meeting state prerequisites for licensure or certification starting from the date of their appointment. Failure to become licensed or certified within the prescribed amount of time will result in removal from the GS-0185 Social Worker series and may result in termination of employment. Loss of Licensure or Certification. Once licensed or certified, Social Workers must maintain a full, valid, and unrestricted independent license or certification to remain qualified for employment. Loss of licensure or certification will result in removal from the GS-0185 Social Worker series and may result in termination of employment. Physical Requirements. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Services. English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).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). 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: Social Worker, GS-11 Experience and Licensure. Appointment to the GS-11 grade level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-MSW experience equivalent to the GS-9 grade level in the field of health care or other social work-related settings, (VA or non- VA experience) and licensure or certification in a state at the independent practice level. NOTE: For appointment licensure or certification at this level please refer to paragraph 3c. OR Education. In addition to meeting basic requirements, a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the required one year of professional social work experience in a clinical setting. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: (a) Knowledge of community resources, how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services, and ability to coordinate services. (b) Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic, cultural, ethnic, educational and other diversified backgrounds. (c) Knowledge of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities and treatment procedures (i .e acute, chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries, common medications and their effects/side effects, and medical terminology) to formulate a treatment plan. (d) Skill in independently implementing different treatment modalities in working with individuals, families, and groups who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric, medical, and social problems to achieve treatment goals. (e) Ability to provide consultation services to new Social Workers, social work graduate students, and other staff about the psychosocial needs of patients and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and compliance with treatment. References: VA Handbook 5005/120, Part II, Appendix G-39. Social Work Qualification Standard GS-185, Veterans Health Administration. This position is posted at the full performance level of GS-11. Physical Requirements: Work demands include standing, walking, bending, twisting, and carrying/lifting items up to (30 lbs). 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/. Additional Information Receiving Service Credit or Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. 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. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.
