Senior Social Worker (ARTS Intensive Outpatient Program)

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. PRINCIPALES MISSIONS : VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU The incumbent of this position is assigned to the Mental Health Service, Addiction Recovery Treatment Services (ARTS) Program and functions as a part of an outpatient addiction interdisciplinary team. This position focuses primarily on meeting the needs of Veterans seeking assistance with substance use disorders (SUD). The purpose of this position is to provide addiction treatment that falls between residential and general outpatient care. Intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) is intended to help Veterans establish clinical stability, identify initial recovery goals, provide evidence-based treatments for SUD, initiate care for co-occurring medical and mental health conditions, develop interpersonal support for recovery and promote engagement in continuing care. IOP services may also serve as a step-down program from inpatient or residential care or step-up for Veterans needing additional support. Duties for the position may include but are not limited to: With particular emphasis on the treatment of substance use disorders, independently provides specialized services for complex patients with service delivery to include intake evaluation, diagnostic assessments, psychotherapy and patient education. Best practices, practice guidelines and evidence-based treatment protocols are utilized to the extent feasible in all therapeutic interventions. Participates in development of a person-centered, culturally sensitive treatment plan for each patient with whom major contact is expected, with measurable goals outlined. Assesses crisis situations, formulates crisis plans, provides crisis intervention, and follow up intervention services, developing individualized plans, with particular regard for addressing situations related to harm to self, others or grave disability. Complies with national and local performance measures, including timely health care screening and completion of clinical reminders for all patients. Attends regularly scheduled treatment team meetings to ensure efficiency and continuity of service delivery to specialized patient populations. Responds to Veterans' request for release of records, return phone calls, linking of services and appropriate referrals as needed in a timely manner. Collaborates with other services, as well as with community, health, welfare and service agencies. Completes assigned Performance Improvement activities at the program, service line and Medical Center level. May supervise and participate in the training of Social Workers, Social Work Associates, volunteers, and students; participates as required and requested in orientation, training and staff development programs involving Mental Health and VANCHCS. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Full Time; Monday - Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.; Subject to change to meet the needs of the Agency Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of existing pay, higher or unique qualifications, or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade). 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 emplo

Salaire : $129,460 – $168,301/an | Avantages : http://www.vacareers.va.gov/why-choose-va/benefits/index.asp

OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise "To care for those who have served in our nation's military and for their families, caregivers, and survivors" - by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans. How would you like to become a part of a team providing compassionate whole health care to Veterans? VA Northern California Health Care System (VANCHCS) is an integrated health care delivery system, offering a comprehensive array of medical, surgical, rehabilitative, mental health and extended care to Veterans in Northern California.