Position Information
Working Title Social Worker – Full Time With Benefits
Role Title Counselor I – 49011
Job Open Date 06/09/2022
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Is this position funded in whole or in part by the American Recovery & Reinvestment Act (Stimulus Package)? No
Hiring Range Starting @ $28,354.00 based on experience
Agency Southeastern VA Training Center (723)
Agency Website www.sevtc.dbhds.virginia.gov
Location Chesapeake – 550
Sublocation
Position Number 00060
Job Posting Number 1100535
Type of Recruitment General Public – G
Does this position have telework options? No
Bilingual/Multilingual Skill Requirement/Preference No
Job Type Full-Time (Salaried)
Job Type Detail Full-Time Salaried – Non-Faculty- FTS-1
Pay Band 03
Job Description
Southeastern Virginia Training Center is seeking a Social Worker to facilitate the admission and discharge process
for residents, serving as the agency liaison to families, community agencies and state or private institutions, advocating for resident benefits and rights, and counseling families and/or residents as needed.
– Compiles pre-admission summaries, social histories, pre-discharge and discharge plans, placement/Discharge/transfer summaries and other reports utilizing existing records and personal contacts.
– Promotes involvement of the resident and family members in decisions regarding admissions and discharge options.
– Prepares annual SW Assessment Reports.
– Assists with initial development and ongoing update of person-centered plans.
– Contacts families at least semi-annually and documents through Social History updates.
– Contacts public/private agencies concerning discharge planning efforts via telephone/letters.
– Be available to families and residents to discuss concerns/needs.
– Provides tours/information to potential residents and/or their families.
– Reports to the Social Security office and State Medicaid any earnings by the residents through the SEVTC
Sheltered Employment program.
– Review residents PFA balances semi-annually and makes recommendations for expenditures.
Minimum Qualifications
- REQUIRED-Must hold a Bachelor of Science degree in Social Work from a college or university accredited or approved by the Council on Social Work Education or another comparable body.
- Knowledge and experience with Intellectual/Developmental disabilities, community services boards, case management, public or private community programs for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities preferred.
- Prior experience working with individuals with ID/DD, Aggressive Behavior and/or MH issues.
- A valid driver’s license is required. Out-of-state license must provide proof of driving record within 2 weeks of employment.
- Incumbent must have the ability to communicate efficiently and effectively, both orally, and in writing.
- Experience in completing social histories, needs assessments for discharge planning and producing reports necessary.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments, adapt to changing priorities, organize and prioritize work, and meet deadlines, ability to work accurately with detailed and confidential information.
- Ability to think strategically, organize & complete social histories, needs assessments for discharge planning and producing reports is necessary.
- Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate, both orally and in writing, with all levels of staff and appropriately in sensitive situations.
- Must exercise sound judgment and to make reasonable, logical and defensible decisions.
- Must be able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision.
- Excellent customer service skills necessary.
Preferred Qualifications
Special Requirements
AN FBI background check and drug testing will be required prior to employment. Only completed applications accepted. Resumes’ may be submitted but do not substitute for a completed state application.
State applications will only be accepted as submitted online by 11:59 pm on the closing date through the Recruitment Management System (RMS) at https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com . State applications submitted via email, postal mail, fax, or in person will not be considered.
References that include 1 current and 1 previous supervisor as well as 3 additional professional references will be required of final candidates as part of our hiring process.
This website will provide a confirmation of receipt when the application is submitted successfully. Please refer to Your Application in your RMS Account to check the status of your application for this position.
Special Instructions to Applicants
We offer a competitive salary and state benefit package, including life, health and disability insurance; an excellent deferred compensation and retirement program and a generous leave package. Accepting online applications only. To apply, please visit: https://virginiajobs.peopleadmin.com/ AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. Any resumes, cover letters, etc. will not be considered unless submitted as an attachment to your online application in the Virginia Jobs (RMS) system. RESUMES WILL NOT SUBSTITUTE FOR A COMPLETE APPLICATION. ALL JOB RELATED EXPERIENCE MUST BE LISTED ON STATE APPLICATION. AN INCOMPLETE APPLICATION WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED. THE STATE APPLICATION IS THE MAIN DOCUMENT USED FOR SCREENING. Requires that your entire relevant employment history is listed and that you have disclosed your reason for leaving all prior employment. Employment information listed on the application will be verified before a job offer is extended. Incorrect employment dates, undisclosed reasons for leaving employment or inaccurate reasons for leaving former employment may be considered falsification of the application. Falsified applications will automatically disqualify an offer of employment and will also be grounds for termination if currently employed with SEVTC.
Contact Information
Name Virginia Durand-Sari, hr director
Phone 757-424-8210
Fax 757-424-6746
Email [email protected]
Address
Southeastern Virginia Training Center
Human Resources
2100 Steppingstone Square,
Chesapeake, VA 23320