Veterans Justice Outreach Specialist
Company Name:
Department Of Veterans Affairs
United States Citizens Excepted Service Permanent Full Time Vacancy Identification Number (VIN) VA-14-PDN-1181802-BU
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan - 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 care to Veterans?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs employees who possess the energy, compassion, and commitment to serve those who serve our country. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans. Working for VA is one of the most emotionally satisfying and professionally rewarding ways to dedicate the best within you to your Country's service.
If you are transitioning from the military or a Veteran already, we invite you to explore the benefits of continuing your career at the VA. The VA is committed to hiring Veterans.
The VA is much more than just another employer. It is an honorable, open and welcoming community of those who care. Gratitude is our motivation and service is our mission.
The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define who we are, our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence (I CARE).
NOTE: The Professional Standards Board will review the selected candidate's education and experience and recommend the step at which the candidate will be placed in that specific grade. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
U.S. Citizen
Education (MSW or Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy)
LCSW Licensure Required or LMFTs Licensure Required
Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required
Background and or Security Investigation required
English Language Proficiency required
Must pass pre-employment examination Must be proficient in written and spoken English Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required Background and-or Security Investigation required
Work Schedule: Primarily 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday. Alternate Tours may apply. Alternate tours include, but are not limited to, evening and weekend coverage, 10 hour shifts, 12 hour shifts, etc. Schedule flexible to meet the needs of the veteran and the VA.
The Justice Outreach Specialist is a Senior Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose primary responsibilities are to provide intensive case management services, continuous quality improvement activities, evaluation/consultation, psychosocial assessments, placement services, and referrals to various community agencies for veterans who are incarcerated. The Justice Outreach Specialist is administratively responsible for clinical programming and daily operation of the program, as well as, manages data related to the program. The Justice Outreach Specialist is an integral member of the Homeless Program and works in conjunction with the Homeless Program Coordinator and the Social Work Supervisor to coordinate administrative, patient, and personnel activities for this program. The Senior Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in this position requires an advanced level of knowledge and understanding of the services and benefits available from community, State and Federal agencies. The incumbent must have skill in diplomacy, advocacy, and negotiation in spanning boundaries of at least two large institutions, VA and corrections. Knowledge of jail culture, its impact upon veteran institutional and community perceptions and behavior, and skill in assisting the veteran and those who work with him or her in adopting behaviors adaptive to community living.
The Justice Outreach Specialist is an integral member of the Homeless Program and works in conjunction with the Homeless Program Coordinator and the Social Work Supervisor to coordinate administrative, patient, and personnel activities for this program.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
1. _CITIZENSHIP:_ U.S. Citizen.
2. _EDUCATION:_ AMaster's Degree in Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. A doctoral degree in social work_may not_ be substituted for the master's degree in social work. A Master's Degree in marriage and family therapy from a COAMFTE accredited marriage and family therapy program. A doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy may not be substituted for the master's degree in marriage and family therapy.
APPLICANTS 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. You can verify accreditation at the following . All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency.
3. _LICENSURE:_ _Must be licensed or certified at the Master's level to independently practice social work in a state or licensed to independently practice marriage and family therapy in a state._
4. _ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY IS REQUIRED_ .Social Workers and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists must be proficient in spoken and written English.
5. _EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT_ :Experience must have been in a _healthcare clinical setting_ working with the adult population where chronic mental health/homelessness is the focus of care and case management, must have demonstrated the potential to perform assignments independently, OR a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the one ( 1 ) year of professional social work experience in a healthcare clinical setting. The same applies for Licensed marriage and Family Therapists, except they must have the doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a COAMFTE accredited marriage and family therapy program, which may be substitued for the one (1) year of professional marriage and family experience in a healthcare clinical setting.
6. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work may require using appropriate methods of resources to physically restrain veterans who present a danger to self or others. The work may also require accommodating the needs of physically disabled veterans. Day-to-day work involves sitting, walking, standing and carrying light objects such as medical records.
_Healthcare Clinical Setting_ : Defined as a medical center, medical or psychiatric outpatient clinic, or a residential treatment center; healthcare clinical setting focus is with the adult population where chronic mental health/homelessness is the focus; the social work and marriage and family therapy experience demonstrates participation in collaborative treatment and identified with the medical and mental health profession.
GS-12: Senior Social Workers and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment. At least two years should be in an area of specialized social work practice or marriage and family therapy. Senior social workers or marriage and family therapists must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level.
SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-12 LEVEL: Under no circumstances will the educational requirements be waived. Under no circumstances will licensure requirements be waived for grade levels GS-12- or above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Salary / Grade is to be determined by Social Worker/Marriage and Family Therapist Professional Standards Board dependent upon selectee's qualifications, (i.e. education and experience).
References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G39, Social Worker. QUALIFICATION STANDARE, dated January 13, 2010 and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions at
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 website: 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 application checklistor visit .
Your application, r sum and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on August 14, 2014 to receive consideration.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Other (10-2850C and Licensure or Certification)
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
DD-214
Other Veterans Document
SF-15
SF-50
Transcript
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
1. CV or Resume.
2. VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations (Available (required).
3. OF Form 306 - Declaration for Federal Employment (Available (submit prior to appointment).
4. Occupational Questionnaire
5.License or Certification.
6.Transcripts. (do not send official transcripts unless requested) .
7. If prior military service, include all copies of your DD Forms 214 or proof of service (required). Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must also complete and submit an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (available ).
8. If currently employed in the VA system, include latest SF-50 - Notification of Personnel Action. (required).
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is VA-14-PDN-1181802-BU.
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on August 14, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational QuestionnaireView Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
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 at .
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 employees 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 job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. 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) VA-14-PDN-1181802-BU
OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise - To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan - 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 care to Veterans?
The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) needs employees who possess the energy, compassion, and commitment to serve those who serve our country. Whatever the job title, every position in VA will give you a chance to make a meaningful and personal contribution to the lives of truly special and deserving people - our Veterans. Working for VA is one of the most emotionally satisfying and professionally rewarding ways to dedicate the best within you to your Country's service.
If you are transitioning from the military or a Veteran already, we invite you to explore the benefits of continuing your career at the VA. The VA is committed to hiring Veterans.
The VA is much more than just another employer. It is an honorable, open and welcoming community of those who care. Gratitude is our motivation and service is our mission.
The VA has adopted Core Values and Characteristics that apply universally across the Department. The five Core Values define who we are, our culture, and how we care for Veterans, their families and other beneficiaries. The Values are Integrity, Commitment, Advocacy, Respect and Excellence (I CARE).
NOTE: The Professional Standards Board will review the selected candidate's education and experience and recommend the step at which the candidate will be placed in that specific grade. The salary is based on the grade and step approved for the selected candidate.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized for this position.
U.S. Citizen
Education (MSW or Masters degree in Marriage and Family Therapy)
LCSW Licensure Required or LMFTs Licensure Required
Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required
Background and or Security Investigation required
English Language Proficiency required
Must pass pre-employment examination Must be proficient in written and spoken English Designated and-or Random Drug Testing required Background and-or Security Investigation required
Work Schedule: Primarily 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday. Alternate Tours may apply. Alternate tours include, but are not limited to, evening and weekend coverage, 10 hour shifts, 12 hour shifts, etc. Schedule flexible to meet the needs of the veteran and the VA.
The Justice Outreach Specialist is a Senior Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist whose primary responsibilities are to provide intensive case management services, continuous quality improvement activities, evaluation/consultation, psychosocial assessments, placement services, and referrals to various community agencies for veterans who are incarcerated. The Justice Outreach Specialist is administratively responsible for clinical programming and daily operation of the program, as well as, manages data related to the program. The Justice Outreach Specialist is an integral member of the Homeless Program and works in conjunction with the Homeless Program Coordinator and the Social Work Supervisor to coordinate administrative, patient, and personnel activities for this program. The Senior Social Worker or Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in this position requires an advanced level of knowledge and understanding of the services and benefits available from community, State and Federal agencies. The incumbent must have skill in diplomacy, advocacy, and negotiation in spanning boundaries of at least two large institutions, VA and corrections. Knowledge of jail culture, its impact upon veteran institutional and community perceptions and behavior, and skill in assisting the veteran and those who work with him or her in adopting behaviors adaptive to community living.
The Justice Outreach Specialist is an integral member of the Homeless Program and works in conjunction with the Homeless Program Coordinator and the Social Work Supervisor to coordinate administrative, patient, and personnel activities for this program.
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
1. _CITIZENSHIP:_ U.S. Citizen.
2. _EDUCATION:_ AMaster's Degree in Social Work from a school of social work accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. A doctoral degree in social work_may not_ be substituted for the master's degree in social work. A Master's Degree in marriage and family therapy from a COAMFTE accredited marriage and family therapy program. A doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy may not be substituted for the master's degree in marriage and family therapy.
APPLICANTS 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. You can verify accreditation at the following . All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency.
3. _LICENSURE:_ _Must be licensed or certified at the Master's level to independently practice social work in a state or licensed to independently practice marriage and family therapy in a state._
4. _ENGLISH LANGUAGE PROFICIENCY IS REQUIRED_ .Social Workers and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists must be proficient in spoken and written English.
5. _EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT_ :Experience must have been in a _healthcare clinical setting_ working with the adult population where chronic mental health/homelessness is the focus of care and case management, must have demonstrated the potential to perform assignments independently, OR a doctoral degree in social work from a school of social work may be substituted for the one ( 1 ) year of professional social work experience in a healthcare clinical setting. The same applies for Licensed marriage and Family Therapists, except they must have the doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a COAMFTE accredited marriage and family therapy program, which may be substitued for the one (1) year of professional marriage and family experience in a healthcare clinical setting.
6. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The work may require using appropriate methods of resources to physically restrain veterans who present a danger to self or others. The work may also require accommodating the needs of physically disabled veterans. Day-to-day work involves sitting, walking, standing and carrying light objects such as medical records.
_Healthcare Clinical Setting_ : Defined as a medical center, medical or psychiatric outpatient clinic, or a residential treatment center; healthcare clinical setting focus is with the adult population where chronic mental health/homelessness is the focus; the social work and marriage and family therapy experience demonstrates participation in collaborative treatment and identified with the medical and mental health profession.
GS-12: Senior Social Workers and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapists have experience that demonstrates possession of advanced practice skills and judgment. At least two years should be in an area of specialized social work practice or marriage and family therapy. Senior social workers or marriage and family therapists must be licensed or certified by a state at the advanced practice level.
SUBSTITUTING EDUCATION FOR EXPERIENCE AT THE GS-12 LEVEL: Under no circumstances will the educational requirements be waived. Under no circumstances will licensure requirements be waived for grade levels GS-12- or above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.
Salary / Grade is to be determined by Social Worker/Marriage and Family Therapist Professional Standards Board dependent upon selectee's qualifications, (i.e. education and experience).
References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G39, Social Worker. QUALIFICATION STANDARE, dated January 13, 2010 and OPM Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Professional and Scientific Positions at
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 website: 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 application checklistor visit .
Your application, r sum and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. All applicants are encouraged to apply online.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on August 14, 2014 to receive consideration.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click the Submit My Answers button to submit your application package.
It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, , select the Application Status link and then select the more information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete. All applicants are _ required _ to submit the following supporting document type(s):
Other (10-2850C and Licensure or Certification)
Resume
Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants:
DD-214
Other Veterans Document
SF-15
SF-50
Transcript
REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
1. CV or Resume.
2. VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations (Available (required).
3. OF Form 306 - Declaration for Federal Employment (Available (submit prior to appointment).
4. Occupational Questionnaire
5.License or Certification.
6.Transcripts. (do not send official transcripts unless requested) .
7. If prior military service, include all copies of your DD Forms 214 or proof of service (required). Applicants claiming preference based on service-connected disability, or based on being the spouse or mother of a disabled or deceased Veteran, must also complete and submit an SF 15, Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference (available ).
8. If currently employed in the VA system, include latest SF-50 - Notification of Personnel Action. (required).
Faxing Applications or Supporting Documents:
You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
NOTE: If you applied online and your application is complete, do not fax the paper application (1203FX) as this will overwrite your prior online responses and may result in you being found ineligible.
If you completed the occupational questionnaire online and are unable to upload supporting document(s):
1. To fax your documents, you must use the following cover page and provide the required information. The Vacancy ID is VA-14-PDN-1181802-BU.
2. Fax your documents to .
If you cannot complete the Application Package online, you may fax all of your materials. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on August 14, 2014 to receive consideration. Keep a copy of your fax confirmation in the event verification is needed.
To complete the occupational questionnaire and submit via fax:
1. Click the following link to view and print the occupational questionnaire View Occupational QuestionnaireView Occupational Questionnaire
2. Print the 1203FX form, follow the instructions and provide your responses to the occupational questionnaire items .
3. Fax the completed 1203FX form along with any supporting documents to . Your 1203FX will serve as a cover page for your fax transmission.
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 at .
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 employees 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 job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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