Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a SOCIAL WORKER-TITLE 5, Position Description Number PDT59128P1 and is part of the KY 123 AW, National Guard.
***NOTE: Indefinite employment is temporary and is expected to last more than one year but no more than five consecutive years. This appointment will not exceed 31 Jan 2027 and will not be extended without further competition.***
This job is open to
The public
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
Open to:
AREA 4 - All U.S. Citizens
Duties
As a SOCIAL WORKER-TITLE 5, GS-0185-12, you will support the psychological health team in developing and executing an annual BH program strategy. Provide strategic planning and leadership to implement an ANG comprehensive psychological health strategic plan. Assist leadership in understanding the interface between psychological health and operational readiness, and the role of the DPH in developing and helping leadership apply psychological health solutions to functional/operational problems. Conduct annual training for unit leadership on psychological health issues and the ANGPHP. Conduct assessments, routine and crisis evaluations, psycho-diagnostic assessments, provide short-term, evidence-based problem resolution strategies and services. Provide on-site and telephonic access to psychological health assessments and individual consultation to facilitate coordination of clinical, counseling, and other services promoting the psychological health of NG members and their families. Establish a resolution plan, annotates adjustments to resolution plan as required over the brief course of counseling prior to any necessary referral. Implement community organization strategies in collaboration with the Integrated Delivery System (IDS) Team and other key organizations to increase awareness of psychological health, develop coordinated plans for reducing risk factors for individuals and within the community, and build and enhance a general culture that promotes psychological health and wellness. Design and manage special programs, services, and information and awareness presentations, such as newspaper articles, Newcomers Orientation Briefings, brochures describing ways to enhance psychological health, and national and local awareness theme events (e.g., Suicide Prevention month and National Depression Screening Day). Responsible for marketing and marketing evaluation activities. Serves as primary consultant and advisor on methods to successfully market the ANG PHP. Collaborate with the Wing to develop and implement techniques to determine customer satisfaction. Collect metrics/data on outreach and community initiatives, marketing, and evaluation findings and reports quarterly activities to the ANGRC/SGPK. Brief commanders, senior Wing personnel, and other key personnel and committees (e.g., first Sergeants), on prevention issues in an effort to obtain optimum support for and participation in all outreach and prevention activities. Educate military and non-military communities on psychological health issues and serves as a local professional authority on prevention issues. Prepares agenda for meetings, compiles statistical data, and prepares a variety of recurring reports. Develop meeting agendas. Track suicide prevention, maltreatment and other behavioral health program data, prepares reports, and participate in writing narrative interpretations of analyses. Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDT59128P1 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technician-staffing@army.mil.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
May be subject to furlough actions.
Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
No record of conviction by special or general courts-martial or civilian courts of offenses. For use by AMEDD officers in MFA 73, no record of conviction by special or general courts-martial or civilian courts of offenses listed in AR 27-10 (Military Justice), Chapter 24, or otherwise required to register as a sexual offender under AR 27-10, Chapter 24.
May be required to pass a drug test prior to appointment.
Must be able to obtain and maintain privileging for the DOD/AFMS/ANGMS IAW DHA PM 6025-13 Vol 4 and DAFMAN 44-119.
Must maintain credentials requirements at all times (i.e. current and unrestricted state license) IA W DHA PM 6025-13 Vol 4 and DAFMAN 44-119
NOTE: A retired member of the Armed Forces may not be appointed to a DOD civilian position within 180 days after retirement, without a TAG approved waiver, in accordance with DoDi 1402.01, Employment of Retired Members of the Armed Forces, dated 09 Sep 2007 and National Guard Appointment for Retired Members of the Armed Forces Memo, dated 18 Jan 2019.
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:
Possess a current, unrestricted State license to practice clinical social work independently.
Must have 24 months of experience in clinical social work assignments.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least one (1) year experience at the next lower level in the normal line of progression through federal service (GS-11) or equivalent experience in the private or public sector that demonstrates the experience and knowledge of social work theories, principles, techniques, and resources. Experience in professional social work that includes interviewing people to establish the nature and extent of their problems, helping them work-out plans for improving the situation, providing assistance and services, referring them to community resources and other organizations as indicated, and assisting them to understand and modify their own patterns of behavior when appropriate.
EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement, position description or others' resumes. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.
Education
Degree: Master's in Social Work from an institution accredited by the Council on Social Work Education
***NOTE: Substitute degrees will not be accepted.***
To receive credit for education requirement listed above, you must provide OFFICIAL transcripts for validation.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):Decision Making and Integrity/Honesty
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) of employment and duties performed.2. Other supporting documents:
- Official transcripts to validate education requirement
- Proof of current, unrestricted State license to practice clinical social work independently
If applicable:
- If currently employed by the federal government, include a copy of your latest SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action
***NOTE: Current on-board applicants (AREA 1A, Title 5 employees only) will retain current tenure and be temporarily promoted or reassigned, all others will be hired with indefinite tenure.***
Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible must submit the following documentation:
- Military Reserve and National Guard Technician PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-3)
- Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
- Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
Applicants claiming Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement must submit the following documentation:
- Military Reserve and Technician Disability PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD 3145-2)
- Termination SF-50 Separation stating that the applicant has Priority Placement Eligibility
- Notice of Separation confirming of eligibility.
Applicants claiming DoD Retained Grade preference must submit the following documentation:
- Retained Grade PPP Self Certification Checklist (DD3145-1)
- SF-50 effecting the placement in retained grade status, and
- A copy of the notification letter received (RIF or classification downgrade)
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12899726
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
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Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.