Social Services

Virginia.gov; United States; On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dept of Veterans Services seeks a Counselor I in Virginia to support Social Services at the Puller Veterans Care Center. The position focuses on understanding social policy impacts on residents, advocating for equity, and participating in policy analysis and interdisciplinary care planning.

Qualifications include a Bachelor's in Social Work or related field and at least 1 year of long-term care experience; the role requires collaboration with medical staff and ensuring resident rights and

Qualifications

• College graduate with a Bachelor’s in Social Work or other human services related field.
• 1 year of Long-term care experience

Responsibilities

• Understand the impact of social policies on residents' lives.
• Advocate policies that promote social justice and equity.
• Engage in policy analysis and development.
• Collaborate with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Promote residents' rights and independence within the facility.

Education

Bachelor's in Social Work or other human services related field

Job description

Title: Social Services

State Role Title: Counselor I

Hiring Range: $75,000 - $85,000

*Current State Employees will need to restart 12 month probationary period upon hire

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: Puller Veterans Care Center

Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

Understanding the impact of social policies on residents' lives.
Ability to advocate policies that promote social justice and equity.
Engaging in policy analysis and development. Understanding the policies, procedures, and regulations of skilled nursing facilities.
Familiarity with the aging process, chronic illnesses, and disabilities common in long-term care.
Knowledge of available resources and support services for residents and families.
Working collaboratively with nurses, physicians, therapists, and other healthcare professionals.
Participating in interdisciplinary team meetings and care conferences.
Understanding the roles and responsibilities of other team members. advocating for residents' rights and needs within the facility and with external agencies.
Empowering residents to make informed decisions and participate in their care.
Promoting independence and dignity for residents. Ability to maintain professional boundaries and confidentiality.

Minimum Qualifications

College graduate with a Bachelors in Social Work or other human services related field.
1 year of Long-term care experience

Additional Considerations

N/A

Special Instructions

The commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a Citizen or National of the United States, a lawful permanent resident, or an alien authorized to work.
Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate must pass a criminal background check.
In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative hiring process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disabilities (COD) provided by the Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.
If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link:
https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019
Note:
Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

Contact Information

Name: Beth Rinker

Phone: [e-mail]

Email: [e-mail]

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.