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Summary

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 $200,000) 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.

This job is open to

  • Internal to an agency

    Current federal employees of this agency.
Clarification from the agency

Area of Consideration - current permanent Michael E. DeBakey VA Medical Center employees including satellites;

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Social Work: vacareers. va. gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Social-Worker-Career-Flyer. pdf

The Michael E DeBakey VA Medical Center (MEDVAMC) is seeking multiple Social Workers is many different specialty areas. These positions can be located in Houston, TX or any of its surrounding CBOC locations.

This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30,2024 or until all positions are filled. Referrals will be made as vacancies are received from the service. This Announcement will be used to fill multiple vacancies within multiple Services identified during the interview.

Social Worker responsibilities include but are not limited to:
  • Establishes and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with Veterans/support systems. The incumbent will work with Veterans/support system who are experiencing a wide range of complicated medical, psychiatric, emotional, behavioral, financial, and psychosocial issues.
  • Will identify high-risk needs and prioritizes case management services.
  • Completes an appropriate (brief or comprehensive) psychosocial assessment to determine the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and/or their support systems. The incumbent utilizes the assessment in facilitating the Veteran's action plan to maximum use of treatment programs/resources for attainment of the highest feasible level of independence that is practicable.
  • Has a working knowledge and experience in use of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures, including acute, chronic and traumatic illnesses, and medical terminology.
  • Under supervision, provides Advanced Directive information and education including but not limited to the following: Durable Power of Attorney for Health Care, Living Will, Health Care Directive, and/or treatment preferences document to Veteran and families. Also assists the Veteran in preparing such documents, as requested.
  • Collaborates with Veterans/support systems and the interdisciplinary treatment team members to ensure that appropriate VA and Community placements/referrals are completed in a timely manner. VA and Community placements or referrals can involve, but are not limited to, referrals to contract nursing homes, Community Living Centers, community nursing homes, residential care homes, assisted living facilities, inpatient and outpatient hospice services.
  • Possesses knowledge and ability to implement appropriate interventions, facilitate psycho-educational classes, and supportive groups for Veterans/support systems, as well as adhering to guidance provided by the LCSW supervisor.
  • Provides consultation and education to Veterans/support systems regarding community resources, VA benefits and specialty programs, and advance directives. This includes the incumbent maintaining knowledge of the process for accessing and/or coordinating community-based services, including information and referral for additional services from other VA programs, other government programs, and community programs.
  • Provides consultation to other treatment team and staff members regarding psychosocial needs of Veterans/support systems and the impact of the identified psychosocial problems on the Veteran's healthcare planning and compliance with treatment.
  • Possesses skills and knowledge to provide case management services to Veterans and their families throughout the continuum of care.
Work Schedule: Varies per position

Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized

EDRP Authorized: Contact . @va. gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more

Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases

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 #: Multiple

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Actual pay based on duty location:

Houston - $75,971. 00 to $119,491. 00

Conroe - $75,971. 00 to $119,491. 00

Galveston - $75,971. 00 to $119,491. 00

Katy - $75,971. 00 to $119,491. 00

Lake Jackson - $75,971. 00 to $119,491. 00

Richmond - $75,971. 00 to $119,491. 00

Texas City - $75,971. 00 to $119,491. 00

Tomball - $75,971. 00 to $119,491. 00

Lufkin - $65,705. 00 to $103,343. 00

Beaumont - $65,705. 00 to $103,343. 00

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 medical evaluation.
  • 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

Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be refe.

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