Social Worker (Program Coordinator) - Temporary Promotion Not to Exceed 120 Days

This Social Worker (Program Coordinator) - Temporary Promotion Not to Exceed 120 Days position is with Veterans Health Administration (Department of Veterans Affairs) in Tucson, AZ. The Workplace Violence Prevention Program Coordinator (WVPP Coordinator) is responsible for the administrative and clinical aspects of a comprehensive Workplace Violence Prevention Program (WVPP) at the SAVAHCS, including but not limited to the Disruptive Behavior Committee (DBC), Employee Threat Assessment Team (ETAT), Prevention and Management of Disruptive Behavior (PMDB) Program, Disruptive Behavior Reporting System (DBRS), and the Workplace Behavioral Risk Assessment (WBRA). Key duties: • VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Major duties include: Provides leadership, direction, coaching, subject matter expertise consultation, evidenced based recommendations, staff development, and continuing education programs for the facility on issues and topics related to Workplace Violence Prevention Program, managing disruptive behavior and how to maintain a culture of safety and violence free workplace. Clinically assesses and provides interventions to individuals from various socioeconomic, cultural, ethnic, educational, and other backgrounds who maybe experiencing a variety of psychiatric, medical, and psychosocial problems. Maintains proficiency in current evidence-based prevention and management of disruptive behavior and threats. Provides oversight and consultation to the Disruptive Behavior Committee (DBC) Chair and members. Engages with the DBC in providing consultation to practitioners and staff working with patients who either demonstrate disruptive behaviors or who pose a significant risk of disruptive behavior with the primary goal of assisting the disruptive patient and ensuring that they continue to receive the full range of available health care while reducing the risk of disruptive or violent behavior to others. Oversees the management of computer-based flagging systems, including review and maintaining a record of all patient flag reviews. Collaborates with internal and external law enforcement agencies and other stakeholders for continuity of care and ensuring Veteran and staff safety. Conducts individualized, evidence-based, data-driven violence risk and threat assessments. Coordinates quality improvement projects around disruptive behavior. Provides oversight and consultation to the Employee Threat Assessment Team (ETAT), including receipt of ETAT cases, triaging reports, gathering information, collaborating with subject matter experts and providing recommendations and follow up actions to ensure safety. Develops reports for the Facility Director that include but are not limited to workplace violence prevention trends, actions, risks, and recommendations. Provides support resources for employees affected by workplace violence, and referring employees to the appropriate resources. Provides oversight of the Prevention and Management of Disruptive Behavior (PMDB) Program to ensure program meets identified training needs for SAVAHCS. Participates in Code Green committee. Completes the annual Workplace Behavioral Risk Assessment (WBRA), a data- driven process that evaluates the unique constellation of factors that affect workplace safety in collaboration with subject matter stakeholders. Participates in monthly Community of Practice conference calls, provided by the National Workplace Violence Prevention Program. Collaborates with subject matter experts and participates in mandatory trainings, community of practice calls and professional engagement activities. Completes all required documentation and reports timely and professionally for the WVPP to include the submission of Issue Briefs, Congressional Letters, and other required documentation. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Telework: Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Qualifications: Basic Requirements: 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 degree in Social Work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the school of social work is fully accredited. Note: A doctoral degree in Social Work may NOT be substituted for the master's degree in Social Work. Licensure. A current and active license or are certified by a state to independently practice social work at the advanced practice level and able to provide supervision for licensure May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above, the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade. The candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade. Social Worker (Program Coordinator), GS-13 Experience and Education. One year of experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. Experience must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills and judgment, demonstrating progressively more professional competency. Individual may have certification or other post-master's degree training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship, or equivalent supervised professional experience. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above do you demonstrate all the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities below: Skill in coordinating and implementing one or more specialty program(s), across the facility. Skill in local policy and practice development, procedures, and/or practice guidelines for the program as prescribed by the program handbook or national directive. Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting multiple deadlines, and evaluating assigned program area(s). Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to further program goals and enhance patient centered care. Ability to provide the full range of supervisory duties including assignment of work to be performed; performance evaluations; and selection of staff, training, and recommendation of awards, advancements, and when appropriate, disciplinary action. Ability to oversee the fiscal matters of the functions supervised (including fund controls, contracts, and equipment expenditures), forecast resource and equipment needs, and administer the allocated budget. Knowledge of organizational structure and impact on program operations. Must have a valid driver's license and be able to drive a government vehicle. Must have a safe driving record. Preferred Experience: Workplace Violence Prevention Program, Prevention and Management of Disruptive Behavior (PMDB) Trainer, and Mental Health Experience are preferred. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Physical demands of the work include sitting, standing, walking, driving, pushing equipment and wheelchairs, lifting, bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and carrying light items such as papers, books, or other supplies. The incumbent uses a computer and standard office equipment to complete tasks. The emotional demands can be stressful in working with the Veteran/patient population and their families/caregivers. A level of self-awareness and emotional intelligence is essential. Incumbent must have a valid Drivers License and must be able to drive a vehicle to fulfill job functions which includes providing PMDB training to CBOCs. View the full announcement and apply on USAJOBS.gov.