This Social Worker position is for the Contract Nursing Home (CNH) Program and monitors clinical aspects of the program across the Milwaukee VAMC and related Community Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOC's). This position is located within Community Based Services (CBS), in the Geriatric and Extended Care (GEC) division. The Duty location of this position is located at the Green Bay CBOC.
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. 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. English Language Proficiency: Social workers must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j. Education: Must 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. Note: A doctoral degree in social work may NOT be substituted for the master's degree in social work. Licensure: You must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. 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 Determination: 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 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. In addition to the experience above, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Knowledge of community resources, how to make appropriate referrals to community and other governmental agencies for services, and ability to coordinate services. Skill in independently conducting psychosocial assessments and treatment interventions to a wide variety of individuals from various socio-economic, educational, and other backgrounds. 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. 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. 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. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is a GS 11. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is a GS 11. Physical Requirements: The work is primarily sedentary. Physical demands do not exceed those of a typical office setting. There may be some walking, standing, twisting, turning, sitting, pushing, bending, repetitive keyboarding, or carrying of light items.
Major Duties of the Community Nursing Home (CNH) Program Social Worker: Responsible for completing monthly monitoring of CNH facilities and follow-up to Veterans in the CNH Program Assists with the completion of annual VA CNH program reviews and should have a working knowledge of Centers for Medicare/Medicaid standards concerning nursing home programs. Assists with ensuring that quality assurance related to these programs is within program parameters. Assists with the maintenance of a current list of active participants in the programs to enable tracking of service activities, utilization of services, and other functions. Participates as a member of the CNH inspection team, assisting with site visits for new contracts, or follow up to reports of care concerns. Provides oversight of care to veterans in receipt of VA contract nursing home care. Completes contract nursing home chart reviews and conducts regularly scheduled onsite monitoring visits to veterans for assessment of overall quality of care. Serves as a liaison between VA contract facilities and the VA Medical Center and provides consultation to contract nursing home staff as needed or requested to ensure appropriate medical services and quality of care. Establishes and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with veterans, family members and other caregivers. Independently works with patients and families who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric, medical and social problems. Provides consultation services to other staff regarding the psychosocial needs of veterans and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and adherence to treatment plan. Evaluates incumbents own practice through professional peer review, case conferences and other organizational means. Knowledge of veterans' benefits and services relating to special programs, service connected compensation, non-service connected pension. Facilitates referrals based upon veterans needs and eligibility. Performs other duties as assigned Preferred Experience Two years experience working in long term care or geriatrics. **Driving will be Required in this position and a valid Drivers License is required for this position** VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Work Schedule: Monday-Friday Part Time 20 hours a Week, 40 Hours a Pay Period with Flexible first shift tour of duty hours Compressed/Flexible: Authorized at supervisory discretion. Telework: Authorized ADHOC per Agency PolicyVirtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized. Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized