Social Worker (IntakeAftercare)

• Coordinates referrals for youth requiring residential behavioral health treatment including substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health conditions ensuring timely admission and continuity of care.
• Coordinates the intake and admission process by reviewing referrals ensuring required documentation is complete communicating with referral sources families Tribal programs and interdisciplinary treatment team members and facilitating timely admission treatment planning discharge planning and aftercare coordination.
• Conducts comprehensive biopsychosocial and behavioral health assessments to evaluate substance use disorders co-occurring behavioral health conditions psychosocial functioning strengths risk factors and treatment needs.
• Provides clinical assessment triage consultation crisis intervention and care coordination for youth and families presenting with substance use disorders co-occurring behavioral health conditions and related psychosocial needs.
• Develops individualized discharge and aftercare plans coordinates continuity of care with Tribal and community providers facilitates referrals for ongoing behavioral health services and conducts post-discharge follow-up to support successful community reintegration.
• Develops and maintains collaborative relationships with Tribal governments Urban Indian Organizations behavioral health providers schools courts and community partners to support outreach education referral development and continuity of care.
  

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Selectee may be subject to a probationary period
ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period
U.S. Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

This is a designated position covered by Public Law 101-630 requiring contact or control over Indian children. Due to this requirement the agency must ensure that persons hired for these positions have not been found guilty of or pleaded nolo contendere or guilty to certain crimes.

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Background Investigation Requirement:

This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment.

A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individuals identity employment history education and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service.

Upon receipt of instructions applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process.

Financial Suitability Requirement:

This position requires a review of the applicants financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility maintain good standing with creditors and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying.

Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including but not limited to delinquent federal or state tax liabilities defaulted federal student loans court-ordered fines or fees or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS).

Prior to the appointment candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or drivers license it must be REAL ID-compliant.

To qualify for this position your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

BASIC REQUIREMENT(S): Degree: social work. Must fulfill all of the requirements for the masters degree in social work in a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.

Masters degree with practicum: Applicants who complete all of the requirements for a masters degree in social work that included a practicum are eligible for GS-9.

In addition to the Basic Requirements you must also meet the Minimum Qualifications stated below.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:GS-9:
Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-7 grade level in the Federal service. This experience may be obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Conduct psychosocial assessments; assist patients and families in accessing behavioral health Tribal community state and federal resources; coordinate referrals and continuity of care; participate in interdisciplinary treatment planning; provide case management discharge planning and aftercare coordination; document clinical services; and assess patient needs to support appropriate behavioral health treatment and community reintegration.
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2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a masters degree or masters or equivalent graduate degree.
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Combination of Graduate Education and Professional Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.

GS-11: Your resume must demonstrate at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-9 grade level in the Federal service. This experience may be obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following type of work and/or tasks: Conduct comprehensive psychosocial assessments; coordinate intake discharge and aftercare services; develop individualized treatment and transition plans; provide behavioral health case management crisis intervention care coordination family engagement and consultation; collaborate with interdisciplinary treatment teams and community partners; and coordinate referrals to behavioral health and community resources for individuals with substance use disorders and co-occurring behavioral health conditions.
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3 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. degree or Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree.
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Combination of Graduate Education and Professional Experience: Combinations of successfully completed graduate level education and specialized experience may be used to meet total experience requirements.

GS-11 Selective Factor: Applicants selected at the GS-11 full performance level must possess a current unrestricted license issued by a U.S. state the District of Columbia Puerto Rico or a U.S. territory that authorizes independent clinical social work practice (e.g. LCSW LICSW LISW CISW or equivalent).

Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

Required Experience:

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