Supervisory Social Worker (GEC)

01Basic 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.

Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/. English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f).

02Grade Determinations

Supervisory Social Worker, GS-13 Experience/Education. One year of experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. Experience must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills in a specialty area or in administration demonstrating progressively more professional competency and judgment.

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 Supervisory Social Workers 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, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: Ability to independently organize work, set priorities, and meet multiple deadlines. Skill in a range of supervisory duties which includes clinical supervision, consultation, negotiation with other departments and quality improvement. Ability to ensure provision of clinical social work services by supervised social workers.

Ability to delegate authority, manage priorities, coordinate work, and follow up on pending issues to complete duties in an accurate and timely fashion. Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems, develop and implement solutions that result in efficient operations, and use data effectively to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity within the service. Ability to provide staff training and development.

References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II appendix G39, Social Worker Qualification Standards, GS-185, Veterans Health Administration. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-13.

03Physical Requirements

Traveling throughout the medical center and is required, as is performing activities involving sitting, walking, and standing, bending and carrying such items as books, papers, and files. In carrying out responsibilities, it may be necessary to travel into the community where he/she conducts interviews with the Veterans, their families, representative of community health and welfare agencies and law enforcement agencies.

The care coordinator must possess current driver's license and be able to drive a government vehicle in carrying out professional duties when deemed necessary.

30 Day Hiring Model The Department of Veterans Affairs is implementing a streamlined 30-Day Hiring Model designed to accelerate hiring while maintaining the highest standards of merit-based selection. This improved process reduces traditional hiring timelines by integrating early coordination, faster assessments, and efficient pre-employment actions. Applicants can expect a more transparent, predictable, and efficient hiring journey from announcement to entry on duty.

What Applicants Can Expect Expedited Candidate Review Once the announcement closes, Human Resources will quickly review applications, issue certificates of eligible candidates the day after the announcement closes and refer applicants for hiring manager consideration. Quick Interviews & References HR may arrange interviews and will request references within 3-5 days after being referred to the hiring manager.

Streamlined Pre-Employment Requirements: Following a tentative offer, applicants should be prepared to complete required steps, such as fingerprinting and background check, credentialing, and medical examination within 3 days of the offer. Clear and Timely Communication: Applicants will receive clear communication at key milestones, including referral, tentative offer, and onboarding instructions. After meeting pre-employment requirements, candidates will receive a final job offer and start date.

Onboarding tasks may continue after starting, with HR ensuring timely completion for a smooth transition into VA service. If selected, applicants should be prepared to come onboard within 30 days of the announcement closing. VA Careers - Licensed Clinical Social Worker: https://youtube.com/embed/U_xC25QsN0w Duties include, but are not limited to: Performs the administrative and personnel management function relative to staff supervised.

Performs a wide range of program management services and provides technical assistance to internal partners and community agencies. Conducts work related to review, monitoring, analysis, planning, and assessment of CNH, ADHC, VDC, SVH liaison, and associated programs. Oversees mandatory CNH placements from community hospitals and coordinates closely with inpatient teams, community hospitals, community nursing facilities, and internal stakeholders to facilitate timely, appropriate, and safe placement decisions.

Manages operational aspects of multiple purchasing authorities and community-based service arrangements, including CNH IDIQ contracts, Veteran Care Agreements (VCAs), ADHC network arrangements, VDC agreements, and related processes needed to maintain access to care. Administers information and analytical systems to evaluate and enhance the quality and effectiveness of services provided to Veterans.

Develops and evaluates clinical guidelines and protocols to establish appropriate utilization of services across the community long-term services and supports continuum. Prepares, coordinates, and submits Issue Briefs and other executive correspondence related to assigned programs. Coordinates Joint Patient Safety Reporting (JPSR) submissions and closeouts for safety events and partners with Patient Safety, Quality Management, and leadership in follow-up actions and communication.

Develops methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the community long-term services and supports area, utilizing outcome evaluations and operational metrics to improve services and design system changes. Provides training, orientation, and guidance to assigned staff and interdisciplinary colleagues regarding program policies, documentation standards, patient safety expectations, and evidence-based practices relevant to long-term services and supports.

Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM Compressed/Flexible: Not Authorized Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Telework: Authorized on an Ad-Hoc basis. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized