U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Home Based Primary Care Clinical Psychologist
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Fayetteville, North Carolina, United States, 28305
The Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) Social Worker delivers evidence based care for primary care patients identified with a variety of emotional and psychiatric problems including depression, anxiety disorders, and alcohol misuse. The primary role of this position is to provide a full range of brief, solution focused therapeutic interventions to primary care patients not currently established with a mental health provider.
Duties Independently conducts psychosocial assessments. Utilizes the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition as the basis for diagnostic impressions and conclusions.
This co-located, collaborative care (CCC) social worker position is administratively within the Behavioral Health Service Line (BHSL), with primary assignment to the Primary Care- Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) program, located within primary care. The CCC behavioral health provider (social worker) functions as part of multidisciplinary primary care teams, and delivers brief, consultation based services to Veterans, primary care providers, and allied Patient Alliance Care Team (PACT) members. The focus is on general service delivery for a wide range of concerns and resolving problems within the primary care service context. Behavioral health visits are brief (generally 20-30 minutes), limited in number (1-6 visits), and are provided in the primary care practice area, structured so that the patient views meeting with the behavioral health provider as a routine primary care service. PCMHI providers function within fast-paced primary care teams and can expect to consult with 7-10 patients per day with the primary goals of assisting PACT members with identification, treatment, and management of mental health and behavioral medicine conditions in the enrolled population.
Has working knowledge and experience in use of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities and treatment procedures. This includes acute, chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries, common medications and their effects/side effects, and medical terminology. Coordinates contact with the facility Suicide Prevention Coordinator where clinically warranted for a veteran patient under his/her care. Independently provides consultation services to other staff regarding the psychosocial needs of veterans and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and adherence to treatment plan. Ability to evaluate incumbents own practice through professional peer review, case conferences and other organizational means. Incumbent is able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people from varied backgrounds.
Able to meet the needs of customers while supporting VA missions. Consistently communicates and treats customers (Veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Incumbent is able to provide the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures.
Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the consumer constructively and appropriately. Has working knowledge and skill in the use of word-processing, data management and other computer systems, especially those programs in use by VHA.
Compensation and Benefits Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. A higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience.
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
Requirements
Working knowledge and experience in medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures
Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments using DSM‑5
Ability to coordinate with Suicide Prevention Coordinator when clinically warranted
Ability to provide consultation to staff on psychosocial needs and treatment adherence
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Proficiency with word-processing, data management, and VA computer systems
The Department of Veterans Affairs is an equal opportunity employer.
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Duties Independently conducts psychosocial assessments. Utilizes the Diagnostic & Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, 5th Edition as the basis for diagnostic impressions and conclusions.
This co-located, collaborative care (CCC) social worker position is administratively within the Behavioral Health Service Line (BHSL), with primary assignment to the Primary Care- Mental Health Integration (PCMHI) program, located within primary care. The CCC behavioral health provider (social worker) functions as part of multidisciplinary primary care teams, and delivers brief, consultation based services to Veterans, primary care providers, and allied Patient Alliance Care Team (PACT) members. The focus is on general service delivery for a wide range of concerns and resolving problems within the primary care service context. Behavioral health visits are brief (generally 20-30 minutes), limited in number (1-6 visits), and are provided in the primary care practice area, structured so that the patient views meeting with the behavioral health provider as a routine primary care service. PCMHI providers function within fast-paced primary care teams and can expect to consult with 7-10 patients per day with the primary goals of assisting PACT members with identification, treatment, and management of mental health and behavioral medicine conditions in the enrolled population.
Has working knowledge and experience in use of medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities and treatment procedures. This includes acute, chronic and traumatic illnesses/injuries, common medications and their effects/side effects, and medical terminology. Coordinates contact with the facility Suicide Prevention Coordinator where clinically warranted for a veteran patient under his/her care. Independently provides consultation services to other staff regarding the psychosocial needs of veterans and the impact of psychosocial problems on health care and adherence to treatment plan. Ability to evaluate incumbents own practice through professional peer review, case conferences and other organizational means. Incumbent is able to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with people from varied backgrounds.
Able to meet the needs of customers while supporting VA missions. Consistently communicates and treats customers (Veterans, their representatives, visitors, and all VA staff) in a courteous, tactful, and respectful manner. Incumbent is able to provide the customer with consistent information according to established policies and procedures.
Handles conflict and problems in dealing with the consumer constructively and appropriately. Has working knowledge and skill in the use of word-processing, data management and other computer systems, especially those programs in use by VHA.
Compensation and Benefits Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm
Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. A higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year). Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience.
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA.
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement).
Requirements
Working knowledge and experience in medical and mental health diagnoses, disabilities, and treatment procedures
Ability to conduct psychosocial assessments using DSM‑5
Ability to coordinate with Suicide Prevention Coordinator when clinically warranted
Ability to provide consultation to staff on psychosocial needs and treatment adherence
Strong communication skills, both oral and written
Proficiency with word-processing, data management, and VA computer systems
The Department of Veterans Affairs is an equal opportunity employer.
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