USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Supervisory Social Science Specialist (Crisis Responder)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Mid, Senior Level
$89K/yr - $144K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is looking for a Supervisory Social Science Specialist (Crisis Responder) to join the Office of Suicide Prevention. This role involves overseeing the Crisis Operations Department at the Veterans Crisis Line, ensuring the delivery of 24/7 suicide prevention and crisis intervention services to Veterans and their families.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Resolves work problems presented by staff and recommends or implements methods to improve production/quality of work in the unit
Provides subordinates with performance requirements and expectations
Tracks and evaluate progress providing feedback to the Crisis Responder
Makes recommendations for employee promotions or reassignments; approving leave requests; addressing leave issues; and taking disciplinary action in accordance with established policy and negotiated labor agreements
Assigns work to be accomplished by subordinates
Assists in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure efficient and safe operation of the VCL
Ensures policies, training, and clinical procedures of the VCL are up to date and consistent with crisis intervention practice, clinical practice, and effective coordination of care
Completes structured diagnostic which require knowledge of medical terminology, diagnostic categories and medical record reviews
Works collaboratively with other members of VCL to identify appropriate services to patients in crisis
Communicate business goals, procedures, and quality standards and provides leadership with guidance regarding training, policy development, and data analysis
Coordinates with team members to initiate emergency services or create facility transportation plans as appropriate
Performs difficult and complicated reviews and analysis of complex issues, ambiguous situations and ethical conflicts
Supervisory Crisis Responder must be able to pass their Interrater Reliability (IRR) Training course
Qualification
Required
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement
Successful completion of a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university in a behavioral health or social science related field appropriate to the work of the position (e.g., psychology, social work, sociology, family counseling, mental health counseling, nursing, ministry and criminal justice); OR, two years of specialized experience as a first responder (e.g., Police, Medic, Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Dispatch, etc.) or in a social science related field that included behavioral health crisis response, and two years of higher education (i.e., above the high school level) from an accredited college or university in a behavioral health or social science related field appropriate to the work of the position; OR, successful completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field and, one year of specialized experience that included behavioral health crisis response or mental health counseling
Transcripts must be submitted with application. Education cannot be credited without documentation
In addition to the basic requirements, you must have one year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, which is directly related to the position to be filled
Knowledge and skill in management/administration, which includes supervision, consultation, negotiations, and monitoring
Ability to write policies, procedures, and or/practice guidelines
Ability to effectively interact with individuals and groups with cultural differences to problem-solve and negotiate complex issues and obtain cooperation
Ability to provide training, orientation, consultation, and guidance within clinical specialization of practice
Skill in developing interpersonal relationships including the ability to address the unique needs of Crisis Responders
Ability to evaluate program effectiveness and make recommendations for change, as appropriate
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
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