Supervisory Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (HUD-VASH)

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 (1 to 5 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 : Duties of this position are, but not limited to: Assigns work to subordinates based on priorities, selective consideration of the difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of the employees. Evaluates work performance of subordinates; motivates and leads subordinates; develops and communicates performance standards; assigns 2 performance ratings; approves awards; takes performance-based corrective actions; and provides advice, counsel, or instruction to employees on both clinical and administrative matters. Interviews candidates for positions; recommends appointments, promotions, or reassignment; hears and resolves complaints, referring group grievances and more serious unresolved complaints to a higher-level supervisor or manager; counsels subordinates on behavior and initiates minor disciplinary measures. Independently directs program planning, development, and operations, overseeing caseload trends & making necessary adjustments in consultation. Identifies and develops needed changes to program procedures or policies and oversees the implementation of these changes. Responsible for providing clinical mental health treatment/case management for a caseload of homeless Veterans. Responsible for reviewing agreements between Section 8, landlords, Public Housing Authorities, and the VA in establishing appropriate referral sites. Performs on-site visits to ensure that Veterans reside in safe environments in compliance with local housing codes. Verifies the Veteran's status, eligibility for VA medical care, and eligibility for program participation. Responsible for providing HUD-VASH case management. Coordinates care including serving as an advocate on behalf of the Veterans to ensure comprehensive service delivery and linking and referring Veterans to the VA Medical Center, VA Regional Offices, and/or community agencies. Complies with criminal conflict of interest laws and Executive Branch Standards of Conduct to avoid conflicts of interest. Responsible for following local policy and SOP for the Homeless Programs. Performs accountability functions: documents all contacts with patients/families in the medical charts; complete statistical and other reports by VA Medical Center and respective professional discipline service policies. Works with multi-disciplinary teams and community agencies to strive to develop more effective and efficient ways of delivering healthcare services. Provides comprehensive psychological/social work/nursing services to Veterans and their families. Responsibilities include the management, coordination, and provision of services to Veterans and their families in inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. In the provision of care in patients from the adult (less than 65 years of age) to the geriatric (greater than 65 years of age), the employee recognizes the age-related needs and demonstrates knowledge and care appropriate to that age group. Conduct and supervise psychosocial assessments to determine needs of Veterans and family members. Provide and supervise individual, family and group counseling as appropriate. Will provide and supervise a full range of services within commonly accepted standards of practice which includes case work, individual, family and group counseling, discharge planning, case management and other services as appropriate. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Compressed/Flexible: Available Telework: AD-HOC only Virtual: This is not a virtual

Salaire : $91,771 – $119,305/Per Year | 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? Spokane is a family-oriented city located in beautiful eastern Washington with a regional population of 470,000. Our four season climate and pristine surroundings offer an abundance of exceptional recreation opportunities. Spokane is known for its affordable housing and excellent schools and universities, as well as being the regional arts and cultural center. Set an early tee time at any of the scenic and well-designed golf courses in the area, then walk, bike or canoe along the Centennial Trail. Cool off in one of 76 regional lakes, camp in gorgeous state parks, wrestle with whitewater rapids and ski through fresh powder. Enjoy the vibrant arts and enter