Social Worker - OATP
Company Name:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
United States Citizens Excepted Service Permanent Full Time
Vacancy Identification Number (VIN)1243617
__
Come join our team and get pure job satisfaction, while caring for those who have served (or are currently serving) our countryour nation's Veterans.
As one of the most modern health care facilities in the country, the Baltimore VA Medical Center offers veterans state-of-the-art medical technology, clinical services and research programs. The medical center is home to the world's first filmless radiology department, which allows health care providers to have nearly instant access to patient radiology images from anywhere in the facility and throughout the health care system. The medical center's patient friendly design features plant-filled atriums, natural light from overhead skylights and comfortable patient rooms and waiting areas.
The Baltimore VA Medical Center is located in a vibrant city, neighbors the campus of the University of Maryland at Baltimore, and is within walking distance of Oriole Park at Camden Yards, M&T; Bank Stadium (home of the Baltimore Ravens), Lexington Market and the Inner Harbor.
Top 5 reasons YOU should choose a career with VA:
1. A premium benefits package
2 A fulfilling and challenging work environment
3. Work where you want to live
4. On-the-job growth and advancement
5. To discover the career you want, for the future you deserve
Be a member of a team providing compassionate healthcare to veterans. We are an employer of choice who is a center of excellence in patient care, education and research. We value trust, respect, commitment, compassion, and excellence; we value you. Go / for more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Must pass pre-employment examination Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from accredited institution Advanced Independent Licensure Required 2 years of post-MSW degree specialized social work experience Pre-employment physical and drug screening required Background and-or Security Investigation required Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12. The Professional Standards Boards (a peer review group) will review the selected candidate's qualifications and recommend the grade and step at which approved for the selected candidate will be placed. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
_TOUR OF DUTY_ : This is a full-time position; Monday - Friday 8 am -4:30pm, some early mornings, evenings, or weekend hours may be required to meet the needs of the Veteran patients
_PRIMARY DUTY LOCATION_ : Baltimore
_TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY_ : This position is not suitable for telework.
_INCENTIVES_ : Recruitment incentives, relocation incentives, and relocation expenses ARE NOT authorized for this position.
The social worker in the Opiate Agonist Treatment program provides specialized evidenced based individual, family, and group psychotherapy and case management services to a medically and psychiatrically complex patient population. A large proportion of patients who are admitted to the OATP have multiple co-occurring disorders, many of which are life-threatening. Although the Social Worker functions independently, the incumbent participates in an interdisciplinary treatment team that focuses on best treatment practices to help patients discontinue the use of opioids and other illicit substances and alcohol, and make positive life changes. The social worker collaborates with other disciplines within Mental Health and throughout the hospital and serves as the advocate, therapist and treatment coordinator for this complex and often difficult-to-engage patient population. The most qualified candidate has evidenced based training in relevant modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and knowledge of 12-Step Facilitation. Additionally, the most successful candidate is trained and familiar with case management practices and can assist patients with addressing issues in all arenas of their lives that are causing distress, impairment or harm, and communicates directly with other caregivers, providers or family members as appropriate or necessary to best facilitate change. The social worker may also assist with facilitating resource allocation such as housing, food, transportation and local, State and Federal benefitsand other duties as required or assigned.
All required documents MUST be submitted if you wish to be considered for this position. Be certain to review the 'Required Documents' section below, and submit ALL of the required forms along with your application package; thank you.
_BASIC REQUIREMENTS_
U.S. Citizenship : Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy . English Language Proficiency Social Worker must be proficient in spoken and written English.
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.
State Licensure/Certification/Registration/Trademark Persons hired or reassigned to Social Worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must currently possess a licensed or certified at the Master's level to independently practice social work in a state.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : It is VA policy to ensure that all selected applicants and employed personnel are physically, mentally and emotionally fit to perform the duties of the position to which assigned. A pre-placement physical examination is required for all full-time, part-time and intermittent employees identified by VA Directive and Handbook 5019. The pre-placement physical examination shall be completed prior to appointment to determine the physical and mental fitness for candidates for appointment in VA. The examination will be concerned with the mental and physical ability of the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the proposed assignment and will include requisite laboratory and other screening as required by Federal regulatory agencies.
_GRADE DETERMINATIONS_
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. IF APPLICABLE, PLEASE SUPPORT EACH KSA IN YOUR RESUME; SEE BELOW GS-12 (SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE).
GS-12: A minimum of two (2) years of professional social work experience is required, with at least one (1) year of the experience comparable to the next lower level or equivalent under qualified social work supervision. This experience must have demonstrated broad knowledge of social work and superior skill and judgment in professional practice that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled, such as: advanced knowledge of and mastery of theories and modalities, ability to make psychosocial and psychiatric diagnoses, & determine priorities; advanced and expert skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities to include individual, group, and/or family counseling or psychotherapy & advanced level psychosocial and/or case management interventions used; advanced knowledge and expert skill in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area; ability to provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and students on psychosocial treatment of patients & teach and mentor them; and ability to expand clinical knowledge in the profession, demonstrating innovation in the creation of new models of psychosocial assessment or intervention along with writing policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines.
ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE
In addition to the basic requirement (see above), the following criteria must be net when determining the grade of candidates:
1.Advanced knowledge of and mastery of theories and modalities used in the specialized treatment of complex physical or mental illness. Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment of veteran patients, including making psychosocial and psychiatric diagnoses within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice. Ability to determine priority for services and provide specialized treatment services.
2. Advanced and expert 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 interventions used in the treatment of veterans with polytraumatic injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, visual impairment, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc.
3.Advanced knowledge and expert skill 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. Ability to coordinate the delivery of specialized psychosocial services and programs. Ability to design system changes based on empirical findings.
4.Ability to provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients treated in the specialty area, rendering professional opinions based on experience and expertise and role modeling effective social work practice skills. Ability to teach and mentor staff and students in the specialty area of practice and to provide supervision for licensure or for specialty certifications.
5.Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the profession, demonstrating innovation in the creation of new models of psychosocial assessment or intervention to identify and address specialized clinical needs. Ability to write policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the specialty population or specialty treatment program.
References: VA Handbook 5005/50, Part II, Appendix G39, Social Worker , dated February 13, 2009, and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard, Social Worker Series; available in the local Human Resources Office.
NONQUALIFYING
Experience:
Social Worker experience obtained prior to completion of the requirements for the master's degree is __not__qualifying.
__VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Appropriate credit will be given for voluntary participation in community, social service, and similar activities.
__BASIS OF RATING
Your rating will be based on the quality of your relevant experience (including voluntary experience), education, training, and awards as reflected in the application.
PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. 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.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided _and_ provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.
Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference with required proof as stated on the form. For more information, please review the information for disabled Veterans in the applicationchecklist or .
SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this /
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment)
Applicants must be citizens of the United States, and be at least 16 years of age as of the closing date.
Applicants tentatively selected for certain designated positions may be subject to a random drug screening for illegal drug use. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment.
New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Service law.
Applicants must not be listed on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database.
Applicants selected for positions through this announcement may be subject to a one year probationary period.
Public Law 95-201 requires that persons appointed to direct patient-care positions must possess the required basic proficiency in spoken and written English.
Your application, r sum and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
If you cannot apply online:
1.View and print the occupational questionnaire from the How to Apply section of the job opportunity announcement.
2.Print and complete the 1203-FX form to provide your responses to the occupational .
If the vacancy announcement requests any narrative responses, you must address these on a separate piece of paper.
3.Submit all documents identified under the Required Documents section of the job opportunity announcement and the applicantchecklist.
4.Fax the completed 1203-FX form along with all supporting documents to . Your 1203-FX form must be placed on top of all materials being faxed and will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE:
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
Keep a copy of your fax receipt in case verification is needed.
The numbering on the 1203-FX will not match the Assessment Questionnaire. Section 25 of the Occupational Questionnaire restarts with number one, so when entering your responses please continue regardless of number sequence.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately.
If you applied online but are unable to upload supporting documents:
1.Print and complete the Supporting Documents Fax cover
2.Use the Vacancy ID # from the job opportunity announcement. You must use this fax cover sheet in order for your documents to be matched with your online application.
3.Submit all documents identified under the Required Documents section of the vacancy announcement and the applicantchecklist.
4.Fax the completed cover sheet along with all supporting documents to . Your fax cover sheet must be placed on top of all materials being faxed.
PLESAE NOTE:
Keep a copy of your fax receipt in case verification is needed.
Your Supporting Documents Fax cover page should include the Vacancy Identification Number identified in the vacancy announcement (Example: 123456)
Your Supporting Documents Fax cover page should provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
You may submit multiple documents for the same vacancy announcement using one cover page.
Faxed documents may take 2-3 business days to process. Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed.
The following will prevent your documents from being processed:
Not using the 1203-FX or cover sheet mentioned above.
Missing, incomplete, or invalid Vacancy Identification Number
Missing or incomplete Social Security Number or name
NOTE:Your resume or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications must include the basic information outlined below:
Personal Information:
Full name, mailing address (with zip code), email address and, day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
Job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, salary and supervisor's name and phone number.
For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week andthe dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present).
If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment.
Education:
High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
Colleges and/or Universities attended along with the city, state and zip code.
Major field(s) of study.
Semester/Credit hours earned and grade point average.
It is your responsibility, as the applicant, to verify that information in your resume and supporting documents, whether uploaded or faxed, are received, legible and accurate. You may do so by reviewing your Application Status in USAJOBS, ensuring you have successful fax transmission (if applicable), etc.
All applicants are required to submit each of the following supporting document type(s):______
1.____Resume or CV______
2.____VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations
3.____Occupational Questionnaire online, or fax submission; do not complete both ______
4.____OF306 - Declaration of Federal Employment
5.____Other (if applicable):Proof of current certification, licensure or registration; college transcripts(documenting conferral date); proof of US Citizenship (Naturalization Documentation)______
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s), which may not be required for all applicants:__
____Prior military service: DD 214, SF 15, other Veteran documentation. Please submit a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.______
____Current or prior federal service: include a copy of your latest SF50 - Notification of Personnel Action; listing position, grade/step, location, and salary (Non-award)______
____Current VA Employees: please consider including a copy of your latest Performance Appraisal______
____Other: Cover Letter, etc. __
All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
OF-306
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
Cover Letter
DD-214
Other
Other Veterans Document
SF-15
SF-50
Transcript
After we receive your complete application package (including any required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed to decide if you meet the basic requirements. You will be notified when this decision is made.
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional dollars and cents benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life.
For more information please visit us .
Receiving Service Credit for 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. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment) Applicants must be citizens of the United States, and be at least 16 years of age as of the closing date. Applicants tentatively selected for certain designated positions may be subject to a random drug screening for illegal drug use. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment. New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Service law. Applicants must not be listed on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database. Applicants selected for positions through this announcement may be subject to a one year probationary period. Public Law 95-201 requires that persons appointed to direct patient-care positions must possess the required basic proficiency in spoken and written English.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Department Of Veterans Affairs
United States Citizens Excepted Service Permanent Full Time
Vacancy Identification Number (VIN)1243617
__
Come join our team and get pure job satisfaction, while caring for those who have served (or are currently serving) our countryour nation's Veterans.
As one of the most modern health care facilities in the country, the Baltimore VA Medical Center offers veterans state-of-the-art medical technology, clinical services and research programs. The medical center is home to the world's first filmless radiology department, which allows health care providers to have nearly instant access to patient radiology images from anywhere in the facility and throughout the health care system. The medical center's patient friendly design features plant-filled atriums, natural light from overhead skylights and comfortable patient rooms and waiting areas.
The Baltimore VA Medical Center is located in a vibrant city, neighbors the campus of the University of Maryland at Baltimore, and is within walking distance of Oriole Park at Camden Yards, M&T; Bank Stadium (home of the Baltimore Ravens), Lexington Market and the Inner Harbor.
Top 5 reasons YOU should choose a career with VA:
1. A premium benefits package
2 A fulfilling and challenging work environment
3. Work where you want to live
4. On-the-job growth and advancement
5. To discover the career you want, for the future you deserve
Be a member of a team providing compassionate healthcare to veterans. We are an employer of choice who is a center of excellence in patient care, education and research. We value trust, respect, commitment, compassion, and excellence; we value you. Go / for more information on the Department of Veterans Affairs.
Must pass pre-employment examination Master's Degree in Social Work (MSW) from accredited institution Advanced Independent Licensure Required 2 years of post-MSW degree specialized social work experience Pre-employment physical and drug screening required Background and-or Security Investigation required Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-12. The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is GS-12. The Professional Standards Boards (a peer review group) will review the selected candidate's qualifications and recommend the grade and step at which approved for the selected candidate will be placed. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
_TOUR OF DUTY_ : This is a full-time position; Monday - Friday 8 am -4:30pm, some early mornings, evenings, or weekend hours may be required to meet the needs of the Veteran patients
_PRIMARY DUTY LOCATION_ : Baltimore
_TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY_ : This position is not suitable for telework.
_INCENTIVES_ : Recruitment incentives, relocation incentives, and relocation expenses ARE NOT authorized for this position.
The social worker in the Opiate Agonist Treatment program provides specialized evidenced based individual, family, and group psychotherapy and case management services to a medically and psychiatrically complex patient population. A large proportion of patients who are admitted to the OATP have multiple co-occurring disorders, many of which are life-threatening. Although the Social Worker functions independently, the incumbent participates in an interdisciplinary treatment team that focuses on best treatment practices to help patients discontinue the use of opioids and other illicit substances and alcohol, and make positive life changes. The social worker collaborates with other disciplines within Mental Health and throughout the hospital and serves as the advocate, therapist and treatment coordinator for this complex and often difficult-to-engage patient population. The most qualified candidate has evidenced based training in relevant modalities such as Motivational Interviewing, Harm Reduction, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and knowledge of 12-Step Facilitation. Additionally, the most successful candidate is trained and familiar with case management practices and can assist patients with addressing issues in all arenas of their lives that are causing distress, impairment or harm, and communicates directly with other caregivers, providers or family members as appropriate or necessary to best facilitate change. The social worker may also assist with facilitating resource allocation such as housing, food, transportation and local, State and Federal benefitsand other duties as required or assigned.
All required documents MUST be submitted if you wish to be considered for this position. Be certain to review the 'Required Documents' section below, and submit ALL of the required forms along with your application package; thank you.
_BASIC REQUIREMENTS_
U.S. Citizenship : Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy . English Language Proficiency Social Worker must be proficient in spoken and written English.
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.
State Licensure/Certification/Registration/Trademark Persons hired or reassigned to Social Worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must currently possess a licensed or certified at the Master's level to independently practice social work in a state.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : It is VA policy to ensure that all selected applicants and employed personnel are physically, mentally and emotionally fit to perform the duties of the position to which assigned. A pre-placement physical examination is required for all full-time, part-time and intermittent employees identified by VA Directive and Handbook 5019. The pre-placement physical examination shall be completed prior to appointment to determine the physical and mental fitness for candidates for appointment in VA. The examination will be concerned with the mental and physical ability of the applicant to satisfactorily perform the duties of the proposed assignment and will include requisite laboratory and other screening as required by Federal regulatory agencies.
_GRADE DETERMINATIONS_
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. IF APPLICABLE, PLEASE SUPPORT EACH KSA IN YOUR RESUME; SEE BELOW GS-12 (SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE).
GS-12: A minimum of two (2) years of professional social work experience is required, with at least one (1) year of the experience comparable to the next lower level or equivalent under qualified social work supervision. This experience must have demonstrated broad knowledge of social work and superior skill and judgment in professional practice that equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities (KSA's) to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the position to be filled, such as: advanced knowledge of and mastery of theories and modalities, ability to make psychosocial and psychiatric diagnoses, & determine priorities; advanced and expert skill in a range of specialized interventions and treatment modalities to include individual, group, and/or family counseling or psychotherapy & advanced level psychosocial and/or case management interventions used; advanced knowledge and expert skill in developing and implementing methods for measuring effectiveness of social work practice and services in the specialty area; ability to provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and students on psychosocial treatment of patients & teach and mentor them; and ability to expand clinical knowledge in the profession, demonstrating innovation in the creation of new models of psychosocial assessment or intervention along with writing policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines.
ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE
In addition to the basic requirement (see above), the following criteria must be net when determining the grade of candidates:
1.Advanced knowledge of and mastery of theories and modalities used in the specialized treatment of complex physical or mental illness. Ability to incorporate complex multiple causation in differential diagnosis and treatment of veteran patients, including making psychosocial and psychiatric diagnoses within approved clinical privileges or scope of practice. Ability to determine priority for services and provide specialized treatment services.
2. Advanced and expert 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 interventions used in the treatment of veterans with polytraumatic injuries, spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, visual impairment, post-traumatic stress disorder, etc.
3.Advanced knowledge and expert skill 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. Ability to coordinate the delivery of specialized psychosocial services and programs. Ability to design system changes based on empirical findings.
4.Ability to provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and students on the psychosocial treatment of patients treated in the specialty area, rendering professional opinions based on experience and expertise and role modeling effective social work practice skills. Ability to teach and mentor staff and students in the specialty area of practice and to provide supervision for licensure or for specialty certifications.
5.Ability to expand clinical knowledge in the profession, demonstrating innovation in the creation of new models of psychosocial assessment or intervention to identify and address specialized clinical needs. Ability to write policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines pertaining to the specialty population or specialty treatment program.
References: VA Handbook 5005/50, Part II, Appendix G39, Social Worker , dated February 13, 2009, and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard, Social Worker Series; available in the local Human Resources Office.
NONQUALIFYING
Experience:
Social Worker experience obtained prior to completion of the requirements for the master's degree is __not__qualifying.
__VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Appropriate credit will be given for voluntary participation in community, social service, and similar activities.
__BASIS OF RATING
Your rating will be based on the quality of your relevant experience (including voluntary experience), education, training, and awards as reflected in the application.
PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications (particularly positions with a positive education requirement.) Therefore, applicants must report only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly. 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.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference on the Occupational Questionnaire in the section provided _and_ provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.
Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 Application for 10 Point Veterans Preference with required proof as stated on the form. For more information, please review the information for disabled Veterans in the applicationchecklist or .
SELECTIVE SERVICE: If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this /
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment)
Applicants must be citizens of the United States, and be at least 16 years of age as of the closing date.
Applicants tentatively selected for certain designated positions may be subject to a random drug screening for illegal drug use. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment.
New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Service law.
Applicants must not be listed on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database.
Applicants selected for positions through this announcement may be subject to a one year probationary period.
Public Law 95-201 requires that persons appointed to direct patient-care positions must possess the required basic proficiency in spoken and written English.
Your application, r sum and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome.
If you cannot apply online:
1.View and print the occupational questionnaire from the How to Apply section of the job opportunity announcement.
2.Print and complete the 1203-FX form to provide your responses to the occupational .
If the vacancy announcement requests any narrative responses, you must address these on a separate piece of paper.
3.Submit all documents identified under the Required Documents section of the job opportunity announcement and the applicantchecklist.
4.Fax the completed 1203-FX form along with all supporting documents to . Your 1203-FX form must be placed on top of all materials being faxed and will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
PLEASE NOTE:
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
Keep a copy of your fax receipt in case verification is needed.
The numbering on the 1203-FX will not match the Assessment Questionnaire. Section 25 of the Occupational Questionnaire restarts with number one, so when entering your responses please continue regardless of number sequence.
Applicants are responsible for ensuring their responses are transferred accurately.
If you applied online but are unable to upload supporting documents:
1.Print and complete the Supporting Documents Fax cover
2.Use the Vacancy ID # from the job opportunity announcement. You must use this fax cover sheet in order for your documents to be matched with your online application.
3.Submit all documents identified under the Required Documents section of the vacancy announcement and the applicantchecklist.
4.Fax the completed cover sheet along with all supporting documents to . Your fax cover sheet must be placed on top of all materials being faxed.
PLESAE NOTE:
Keep a copy of your fax receipt in case verification is needed.
Your Supporting Documents Fax cover page should include the Vacancy Identification Number identified in the vacancy announcement (Example: 123456)
Your Supporting Documents Fax cover page should provide your Social Security Number and full name in the spaces provided or we will not be able to associate your document(s) with the rest of your application.
You may submit multiple documents for the same vacancy announcement using one cover page.
Faxed documents may take 2-3 business days to process. Faxed documents submitted with missing information will not be processed.
The following will prevent your documents from being processed:
Not using the 1203-FX or cover sheet mentioned above.
Missing, incomplete, or invalid Vacancy Identification Number
Missing or incomplete Social Security Number or name
NOTE:Your resume or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications must include the basic information outlined below:
Personal Information:
Full name, mailing address (with zip code), email address and, day/evening telephone numbers (with area code).
Job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, salary and supervisor's name and phone number.
For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week andthe dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present).
If ever employed by the Federal Government, please show the highest Federal civilian grade held, job series, and dates of employment.
Education:
High School name, city, state and zip code, date of diploma or GED.
Colleges and/or Universities attended along with the city, state and zip code.
Major field(s) of study.
Semester/Credit hours earned and grade point average.
It is your responsibility, as the applicant, to verify that information in your resume and supporting documents, whether uploaded or faxed, are received, legible and accurate. You may do so by reviewing your Application Status in USAJOBS, ensuring you have successful fax transmission (if applicable), etc.
All applicants are required to submit each of the following supporting document type(s):______
1.____Resume or CV______
2.____VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations
3.____Occupational Questionnaire online, or fax submission; do not complete both ______
4.____OF306 - Declaration of Federal Employment
5.____Other (if applicable):Proof of current certification, licensure or registration; college transcripts(documenting conferral date); proof of US Citizenship (Naturalization Documentation)______
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s), which may not be required for all applicants:__
____Prior military service: DD 214, SF 15, other Veteran documentation. Please submit a legible copy of your DD214(s) and/or documentation related to your active duty service which shows dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), or dates of impending separation.______
____Current or prior federal service: include a copy of your latest SF50 - Notification of Personnel Action; listing position, grade/step, location, and salary (Non-award)______
____Current VA Employees: please consider including a copy of your latest Performance Appraisal______
____Other: Cover Letter, etc. __
All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
OF-306
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
Cover Letter
DD-214
Other
Other Veterans Document
SF-15
SF-50
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After we receive your complete application package (including any required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed to decide if you meet the basic requirements. You will be notified when this decision is made.
Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional dollars and cents benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life.
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Receiving Service Credit for 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. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment) Applicants must be citizens of the United States, and be at least 16 years of age as of the closing date. Applicants tentatively selected for certain designated positions may be subject to a random drug screening for illegal drug use. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment. New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Service law. Applicants must not be listed on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database. Applicants selected for positions through this announcement may be subject to a one year probationary period. Public Law 95-201 requires that persons appointed to direct patient-care positions must possess the required basic proficiency in spoken and written English.
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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