Social Worker

1 month ago


WilkesBarre, Pennsylvania, United States Veterans Health Administration Full time

Oversees the daily operation of the program and works with leadership to ensure IPVAP is implemented in accordance with the VHA Directive 1198 and other related national policies and guidance.

Writes policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines for the program in accordance with local and National guidance.

Provides formal or informal supervision for multidisciplinary staff assigned to the IPVAP.

Serves as the subject matter expert (SME) for addressing the needs of Veterans, their intimate partners, caregivers and VA employees experience relating to IPV, as well as enhancing the quality of service provided.

Ensures compliance with IPV screening, identification and documentation protocols in accordance with the IPVAP program guidance.


Works collaboratively across systems and departments to establish effective processes to address a positive Relationship Health Screening (RHS) in accordance with national and local written policies and ensures those who disclose experiencing IPV are assessed for risk during the same episode of care in which the disclosure is made.

Creates and distributes educational tools, develops programs and implements training focused on specific IPV needs/issues.

Oversees and directs the program's budget and various control points assigned to the program within the assigned areas.


Works closely with local budget and fiscal staff to report status and changes to the national IPVAP and responds timely to requests for fiscal reports from the VISN and the National IPVAP.


Completes the annual IPVAP Program Implementation and Evaluation (PIE) and other requested program evaluation actions and submits data and reports as required to the National IPVAP.


Develops local methods to collect and review data regarding IPV screening, referrals and services rendered within the medical facility to identify needs and opportunities for program improvement.

Incumbent also tracks and monitors referrals for Veterans who experience or use IPV.


Establishes partnerships with the Workplace Violence Prevention Committee, the Disruptive Behavior Committee, as well as any efforts to provide supportive services for those who are experience and/or use violence.

Develops and establishing linkages and collaborates on VA IPVAP efforts with community healthcare and social service agencies.

Organizes work, sets priorities, evaluates assigned program area and is able to meet multiple deadlines.


Provides training, orientation and guidance within clinical practice guidelines on IPV and IPV-related issues to staff within the health care system as needed.


Provides outreach presentations to community agencies, National Guard and Reserve units, Veteran Service Organizations and other stakeholders on VA IPV assistance programs and services.


Promotes the VA IPVAP Program in coordination with the local VA Public Affairs Officer through interviews with local print, voice and media.

Coordinates events and programs for the annual Domestic Violence Awareness Month every October that includes announcement and advertising of month-long activities, mobilization of participants and educational sessions


Develops and maintains a community of practice, including establishing relationships with internal and external stakeholders to assist in the coordination of support services for Veterans impacted by IPV who may be eligible for VA or community resources.

Clinical Functions

Conducts psychosocial assessments to assess IPV risks as well as assess for psychiatric illness, emotional distress and social needs.

Participates (directly or in consultation with other clinical staff) in safety planning with individuals at risk for IPV.

Incumbent identifies resources and additional needs for clinical interventions.

Develops, coordinates and implements evidenced-based interventions, as well as support groups and educational programs.

Provides consultation and oversight to facilitators.

Provides education, referrals, and consults to VA services and programs as appropriate when meeting directly with Veterans.


Provides clinical consultation and support to colleagues regarding IPV assistance, including IPVAP trauma-informed approaches to service delivery and documentation guidelines to mitigate risk.


This may include providing direct follow-up, safety planning, clinical assessment or guiding facility employees on options for responding to positive screenings.

May conduct chart reviews and evaluate clinical competence and compliance.

Work Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday thru Friday

Telework:
Available

Virtual:
This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:
Not Authorized

EDRP Authorized:
Not Authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Financial Disclosure Report:
Not required

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