Social Worker (Mental Health Consultant)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Edwards AFB, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This Social Worker (Mental Health Consultant) position is within the 412th Medical Group at Edwards Air Force Base, California. The incumbent applies biopsychosocial evaluations to propose mental health interventions and provides evidence-based treatment using behavioral, cognitive, and motivational approaches. The role includes communicating regularly with primary care providers and staff about referred patients’ status and recommending team-based care, implementing psychoeducational classes addressing high-frequency diagnoses in the primary care clinic, and documenting patient encounters in the electronic health record.

This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service, student loan repayment may be authorized, and non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes. The position requires an appropriate clinical license, credentialing and clinical privileges, and current Basic Life Support certification. It is designated Mission Essential, and the incumbent must report to work during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or higher in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.
• Current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Social Work independently, issued by a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, a commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction.
• One year of specialized experience conducting mental health assessments, providing individual and group treatment, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. Education may not substitute for this experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association; advanced certification does not replace BLS.
• Must fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate or relevant clinical privileges.
• Must complete required background investigation and periodic re-verification; the duties involve recurring interaction with children and youth under 18.
• Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Must complete pre-employment screening and participate in random drug testing, including random drug urinalysis.
• Pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening are required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact; other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
• Tuberculosis testing and/or a record of tuberculosis testing is required.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 44 pounds may be required.
• A one-year probationary period is required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

Responsibilities

• Apply biopsychosocial evaluations to propose mental health interventions.
• Provide evidence-based treatment, including behavioral, cognitive, and motivational approaches.
• Provide primary care providers and staff regular, concise feedback on referred patients’ status, including recommendations for team-based care.
• Implement psychoeducational classes targeting high-frequency diagnoses found in the primary care clinic.
• Document information in the electronic health record during patient encounters.

Benefits

• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Salary negotiation may be available for candidates who are new to Federal service.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior