Social Worker - 01389

Virginia Information Technologies Agency

51d•Onsite

About The Position

The Goal of the Virginia Department of Health is to become the healthiest state in the nation. This position will support the VDH Goal of becoming the healthiest state in the nation by continuing to support and improve the health of all Virginians through efficient and effective execution of operations and delivery of services, performing work based on assigned duties and performance measures. The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave! This position is based at the Scott County Health Department located in Gate City, Virginia. Provides guidance to clients by a knowledge of social and vocational case management and counseling methods to develop individualized service plans, perform psychosocial assessments to determine personal, social, health and economic needs. Assists clients by independently identifying and referring them to available federal, state, local, private resources to assist with their needs. Educates clients on clinical, medical procedures and coordinates client care with PHN and community resources. Requires Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker or a baccalaureate or master's degree in social work from an accredited social work school or program approved by the Council on Social Work Education or a doctorate in social work per Code of Virginia § 54.1-3709 This is a restricted position which is solely funded by the Child Development Clinic Program for a 1 year period ending September 30th each year. The availability of funding is scheduled for review before the grant expiration date and periodically thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-grant funds.

Requirements

Comprehensive knowledge and skills related to the role of a social worker in a public health setting
Knowledge of social and economic conditions related to psychosocial health and the principles and practices of medical social work
Ability to provide standard mental health assessments and facilitate appropriate supportive services
Ability to exercise sound judgement, analyze and problem solve, organize and establish priorities
Requires excellent oral and written communication skills; must be able to work on a team as a member and/or facilitator
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment to assure compliance with appropriate timelines
Licensed Social Workers, or Social Workers with a baccalaureate or master's degree in social work from an accredited social work school or program approved by the Council on Social Work Education, or a doctorate in social work required per Code of Virginia § 54.1-3709

Nice To Haves

Previous experience in an early intervention program
Experience working with diverse cultures
Must be able to provide own transportation for on-duty travel
Knowledge of Part C Local System; knowledge of Part C regulations; knowledge of IDEA and/or the Infant & Toddler Connection program; home visitation experience; experience working with parents of young children
Qualifying Bachelor’s degree with corresponding license or certification in: Allied Health; Child and Family Studies; Counseling; Early Childhood; Early Childhood Growth and Development; Early Childhood Special Education; Human Development; Human Services; Music Therapy; Nursing; Psychology; Public Health; Social Work; Special Education – hearing impairments

Responsibilities

Provides guidance to clients by a knowledge of social and vocational case management and counseling methods to develop individualized service plans
Perform psychosocial assessments to determine personal, social, health and economic needs
Assists clients by independently identifying and referring them to available federal, state, local, private resources to assist with their needs
Educates clients on clinical, medical procedures and coordinates client care with PHN and community resources