Senior Social Worker

The incumbent must demonstrate a high level of skill in assessing and treating the complex factors related to suicidality. The incumbent must have at least 3 years of independent practice as a mental health provider and a strong background in delivering evidence-based therapies and interventions. The incumbent should demonstrate a clear understanding of cognitive, behavioral, or cognitive-behavioral approaches to care, with demonstrable experience providing these therapies. Additionally, the incumbent should demonstrate a significant level of confidence in working with those at high risk for death by suicide. When a Veteran is referred, the incumbent thoroughly reviews the medical record and prior psychosocial assessments and consults with the referring provider as needed. Maintains a high level of skill and expertise to establish and sustain effective therapeutic relationships with Veterans and their families. Independently work with Veterans and their families who are experiencing a wide range of complex medical, psychiatric, emotional, behavioral, and psychosocial problems in the context of suicide risk. Completes a current psychosocial assessment to determine the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans after a thorough review of the medical record. Completes all reporting requirements set forth by SPP and CRH. Participates as a member of a Suicide Prevention National Telehealth Program treatment team and actively collaborates with Veterans and family members, as well as other interdisciplinary treatment team members, including but not limited to Psychiatrists, Nurse Practitioners, Psychologists, Social Workers, RNs, Peer Support Specialists, and Administrative Support staff, to develop and implement a treatment plan. Possesses knowledge of current literature and experience with mental health and substance abuse diagnoses and treatment procedures, including acute, chronic, and traumatic illnesses, as well as suicide risk assessment and intervention. Facilitates enrollment and discharge planning by collaborating with Veterans, their families, and interdisciplinary treatment team members to ensure that appropriate plans are implemented in a timely manner. Serves as a liaison between Veterans and their families and VA and community resources to ensure the effective delivery of suicide-prevention services. Provides consultation and education to Veterans and their families on community resources, VA benefits, specialty programs, and advance directives. Provides consultation to other treatment team members and staff on the psychosocial needs of Veterans and their families, particularly regarding suicide risk and the impact of identified psychosocial problems on the Veteran's health care planning, treatment adherence, and discharge planning. Must provide emergency/crisis intervention services to patients experiencing acute psychological crises by helping to stabilize these individuals, providing evidence-based suicide-prevention psychotherapies, assisting with referral arrangements for transfer to a psychiatric facility for inpatient care (taking into account local demands), if necessary, and providing follow-up care as needed, all within the context of active treatment with you as the provider. Other duties as required. Work Schedule: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm, Monday - Friday Telework: This position is remote. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 / Senior Social Worker Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized