Supervisory Social Worker

Basic Requirement You must have a Master’s Degree in Social Work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. Additional Requirements In addition, in order to qualify for a Supervisory Social Worker-GS-0185, at the GS-14 level, you must have at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-13 level in the Federal Government obtained in either the private or public sector performing the following types of tasks: Planning, developing, coordinating, managing and evaluating the Social Work programs of a Department including the language interpretation and program staffs; collaborating with clinical investigators and allied personnel in planning and conducting specific studies of the causes, prevention, and treatment of various diseases; developing and implementing various professional educational programs for medical and allied personnel on the psychosocial and economic aspects of illness; interpreting problems and behavioral patterns and making recommendations regarding the ability of patients to participate in research protocols; and serving as a liaison and referral source for services such as education, recreational therapy, spiritual ministry, and psychological/psychiatric consultation. AND Selective Factor: In order to meet minimum qualification requirements you must demonstrate possession of the selective factor of this position. Selective factor include; You must possess an active, current registration as an independent, clinical Licensed Social Worker or equivalent level of licensure (i.e., LCSW, LICSW, CIPSW, etc.) from a licensing board in the United States including the District of Columbia, Guam, Puerto Rico, or the U.S. Virgin Islands. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview assessment questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12554118
This position serves as the Deputy Chief of the Department and serves as the alter ego to the Chief and fully shares in the direction of the departments program, work and staff and as the principal advisor of the Chief. The incumbent also performs complex technical duties as a Social Worker and Clinical Researcher.