USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor-Healthcare for Homeless Veterans
Saint Cloud, Minnesota, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$67K/yr - $105K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor for the St Cloud VA Medical Center. The incumbent will function as a Healthcare for Homeless Veterans Case Manager, providing clinical case management and psychosocial support to veterans and their families.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The HCHV Case Manager independently performs case finding functions and outreach, identifying and screening patients for psychosocial needs
Incumbent must possess the knowledge and ability to independently conduct psychosocial assessments
Develops treatment plans in collaboration with the veteran/family and with the interdisciplinary treatment team
Incumbent possesses the skills to offer psychosocial interventions and measures outcomes to interventions
Incumbent is able to coordinate community-based services, including information and referral for additional services from other VA programs, other government programs and community agency programs
Independently identifies high-risk patients and provides case management services
Incumbent provides crisis intervention services, seeking to address the cause as well as the presenting complaint, coordinates family conferences and serves as liaison to family members
Has working knowledge and experience in use of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities and treatment procedures
Establishes and maintains effective therapeutic relationships with veterans and their families
Incumbent is able to independently work with patients and families who are experiencing a variety of psychiatric, medical and social problems utilizing individual, group and family counseling and therapy skills
Independently provides consultation services to other staff regarding the psychosocial needs of veterans and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and adherence to treatment plan
Ability to evaluate incumbents own practice through professional peer review, case conferences and other organizational means
Incumbent is able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people from varied backgrounds
Has general knowledge of veterans' benefits and services relating to special programs, service connected compensation, non-service connected pension
Facilitates referrals based upon veterans needs and eligibility
The incumbent is able to meet the needs of customers while supporting VA missions
Consistently communicates and treats customers (veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner
Incumbent is able to provide the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures
Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the consumer constructively and appropriately
Has working knowledge and skill in the use of word-processing, data management and other computer systems, especially those programs in use by VHA
The individual provides a range of psychotherapeutic interventions that will include skills and knowledge in Evidence-Based Therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Treatment
Other related duties as assigned
The incumbent is assigned to the MH ICC and reports to the MH Special Programs Manager
The incumbent is assigned to the VA Medical Center and provides comprehensive clinical services to veterans and their families
Responsibilities include the management, coordination and provision of clinical services to veteran and their families in inpatient, outpatient and community settings
In the provision of care in patients from the adult (less than 65 years of age) to the geriatric (greater than 65 years of age), the employee recognizes the age related needs and demonstrates knowledge and care appropriate to that age group
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. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement
Must have and maintain a current valid, unrestricted drivers license
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
English Language Proficiency. In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
Education - Master's or doctoral degree in one of the following: Clinical Mental Health Counseling; Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling; Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling; OR A related field, from a program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Licensure - Must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to independently practice as a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor, which includes diagnosis and treatment
GS-09 LPMHC (Entry Level) Requirements: Along with meeting the basic education requirements for this position you must demonstrate the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to engage in intake and assessment, problem identification, diagnosis, treatment planning and implementation, continuum of care, evaluation and follow-up
Knowledge of current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) of Mental Disorders in formulation of treatment goals and application of appropriate clinical interventions using professional counseling practices
Basic knowledge of professional counseling practice with emphasis on human development principles through cognitive, affective, behavioral or systemic interventions, and strategies that address high risk behaviors, wellness, personal growth, and career development across the life span
Ability to use a wide variety of individual, group, or family counseling interventions
Ability to serve on an interdisciplinary team with focus on the intrapersonal, interpersonal, and relational functioning of individuals, groups and families and on the counseling approaches, strategies, and techniques that will best help patients function effectively
Basic skill in the use of computer software applications for drafting documents, data management, maintaining accurate, timely and thorough clinical documentation and delivery of services, such as Telehealth
Ability to learn and utilize software programs in use by VHA
Knowledge and understanding of existing relevant statutes, case laws, ethical codes, and regulations affecting professional practice of counseling
Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people from varied backgrounds
GS-11 LPMHC (Full Performance Level) Requirements: In addition to meeting the basic requirements and the GS-9 KSAs, to qualify for the GS-11 you must have at least one year of post-master's or post-doctoral degree mental health counseling experience (VA or non-VA experience) that demonstrates the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Ability to make professional evaluations, decisions, and recommendation for treatment planning and implementation
Advanced knowledge and mastery of the fundamentals of the counseling process which includes defining patient/family problems and maintaining an effective counseling relationship
Ability to provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and trainees on the counseling process within various specialty areas, build on the foundation of competence through regular meetings and discussions to explain assignments, review progress of cases and confer about the counseling perspectives and orientation
Ability to provide complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients who are in psychological distress. Requires independent judgment and skill
Ability to establish goals/treatment through a collaborative process with the patient utilizing advanced counseling skills, including evidenced- based practices, screening, and psychosocial assessment
Ability to use a wide variety of individual, group, or family counseling interventions
Ability to fully utilize the current DSM in making diagnoses and formulation of treatment goals and application of appropriate clinical intervention using professional counseling practices
Ability to develop and facilitate psychotherapy and psycho- education groups that include life skills, family support, and community integration. This may include evidence-based psychotherapy
Preferred
MH and SUD experience preferred
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