Social Worker - 01389

Title: Social WorkerState Role Title: Counselor IHiring Range: $31,886 - $60,000Pay Band: 3Agency: Virginia Department of HealthLocation: LENOWISCO-SCOTTAgency Website: www.vdh.virginia.govRecruitment Type: General Public - GJob DutiesThe LENOWISCO Health District seeks to fill a Clinical Social Worker position 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 psycho social assessments to determine personal, social, health and

economic needs. Assists clients by independently identifying and referring them to

available federal, state, local, and private resources to assist with their needs.

Educates clients on clinical and 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 for a one year period ending September 30th each year. The availability of funding is scheduled for review annually thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-general funds.

Minimum Qualifications 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.

Additional Considerations 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

Special InstructionsYou will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions.

VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.

It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.

If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.

As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!

Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.

Contact InformationName: Karen Crutchfield - HR AnalystPhone: Not ProvidedEmail: karen.crutchfield@vdh.virginia.gov In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.