Social Worker - Substance Use Disorder Services

Department of Veterans Affairs

The Substance Use Disorder Services (SUDS) Social Worker will assume responsibility for the provision of psychotherapeutic services to Veterans who are admitted for substance use and co-occurring disorder rehabilitation. In this position you will interview Veterans/significant others and complete psychosocial assessments to include data pertinent to the development of an effective treatment as stipulated by standards.

• NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this position. For more information, refer to Required Documents below. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Duties include, but are not limited to: Serve as a part of a multi-disciplinary treatment team and will provide direct care and treatment where indicated. Possess an understanding of best practice evidence based treatments and use a wide range of treatment modalities including motivational interviewing or motivational enhancement, crisis intervention, individual case work, group psychotherapy, group psycho-education, etc. Provide educational, facilitative, and therapeutic leadership with Veterans' group and individual therapy treatments with outpatient and intensive outpatient substance use treatment. Complete all components of the intake and assessment process and develops a treatment plan pertaining to all assessed needs (substance use disorders, other DSM 5 disorders, as well as other social and medical issues) under direct supervision of a licensed independent practitioner. Provide emergency care as needed for all veterans receiving outpatient substance use treatment in mental health including referring patients for emergency primary care treatment, psychiatric medication evaluations, or non-medical detoxification. Actively participates in staff meeting regarding clinical, administrative, and staff development issues. Participates in program planning and development, making recommendations for change sin policies and procedures as needs and opportunities arise. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): May be authorized for highly qualified candidates 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 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). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. 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: Ad Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Bargaining Unit: Yes 30 Day Hiring Model The Department of Veterans Affairs is implementing a streamlined 30-Day Hiring Model designed to accelerate hiring while maintaining the highest standards of merit-based selection. This improved process reduces traditional hiring timelines by integrating early coordination, faster assessments, and efficient pre-employment actions. Applicants can expect a more transparent, predictable, and efficient hiring journey from announcement to entry on duty. What Applicants Can Expect Expedited Candidate Review Once the announcement closes, Human Resources will quickly review applications, issue certificates of eligible candidates the day after the announcement closes and refer applicants for hiring manager consideration. Quick Interviews & References HR may arrange interviews and will request references within 3-5 days after being referred to the hiring manager. Streamlined Pre-Employment Requirements: Following a tentative offer, applicants should be prepared to complete required steps, such as fingerprinting and background check, credentialing, and medical examination within 3 days of the offer. Clear and Timely Communication: Applicants will receive clear communication at key milestones, including referral, tentative offer, and onboarding instructions.

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