U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Supervisory Social Worker- Suicide Prevention
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Boise, Idaho, United States, 83708
Summary
This supervisory social worker position focuses on suicide prevention within the Boise VA Medical Center. The role involves clinical supervision, program development, data analysis, and collaboration with executive leadership. The position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). Qualifications
Applicants must meet all basic requirements and possess advanced practice skills. The position is for a GS-13 supervisory social worker. Basic Requirements
United States citizenship Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE‑accredited school State licensure or certification at the master’s level Proficiency in spoken and written English per VA policy One year of experience equivalent to GS‑12 Licensure & Certification
Advanced practice level licensure or certification required Must be able to provide supervision for licensed social workers Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Independently organize work, set priorities and meet deadlines Clinical supervision, consultation, negotiation and quality improvement skills Ensure provision of clinical services by supervised staff Delegate authority and manage priorities accurately and timely Analyze operational problems, develop and implement solutions using data effectively Provide staff training and development Preferred Experience
Supervisory experience in a behavioral health environment Experience working with suicidal patients Experience interpreting and using data Duties
Lead suicide prevention program development with Behavioral Health Service and facility leadership Primary point of contact for all suicide prevention matters for Boise VAMC executive leadership Oversee participation in Root Cause Analysis processes and recommend system improvements related to suicide prevention Communicate resolution of suicide prevention issues via issue briefs and written materials Provide evidence‑informed training to clinical and non‑clinical staff and VA community partners Track suicide attempts and serious risk patients at each facility Facilitate suicide prevention hotline response and triage high‑risk referrals Coordinate environmental scans on inpatient psychiatric units to identify elements that may lead to suicidal behavior Act as point of contact for Vet Centers to consult and refer high‑risk Veterans and coordinate services Develop and implement ongoing education plan on risk factors and warning signs for suicide Benefits
Competitive salary with regular increases; potential higher step rate for special qualifications 37-50 days of annual paid time off (13-26 days of leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays) 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment for birth, adoption or foster care placement Child‑care subsidy up to 25% of eligible costs for families with total income below $144,000 (maximum $416.66 monthly) Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and 5% contribution to federal 401(k) Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care insurance programs Work Schedule
Monday‑Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Telework not available.
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This supervisory social worker position focuses on suicide prevention within the Boise VA Medical Center. The role involves clinical supervision, program development, data analysis, and collaboration with executive leadership. The position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). Qualifications
Applicants must meet all basic requirements and possess advanced practice skills. The position is for a GS-13 supervisory social worker. Basic Requirements
United States citizenship Master’s degree in social work from a CSWE‑accredited school State licensure or certification at the master’s level Proficiency in spoken and written English per VA policy One year of experience equivalent to GS‑12 Licensure & Certification
Advanced practice level licensure or certification required Must be able to provide supervision for licensed social workers Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
Independently organize work, set priorities and meet deadlines Clinical supervision, consultation, negotiation and quality improvement skills Ensure provision of clinical services by supervised staff Delegate authority and manage priorities accurately and timely Analyze operational problems, develop and implement solutions using data effectively Provide staff training and development Preferred Experience
Supervisory experience in a behavioral health environment Experience working with suicidal patients Experience interpreting and using data Duties
Lead suicide prevention program development with Behavioral Health Service and facility leadership Primary point of contact for all suicide prevention matters for Boise VAMC executive leadership Oversee participation in Root Cause Analysis processes and recommend system improvements related to suicide prevention Communicate resolution of suicide prevention issues via issue briefs and written materials Provide evidence‑informed training to clinical and non‑clinical staff and VA community partners Track suicide attempts and serious risk patients at each facility Facilitate suicide prevention hotline response and triage high‑risk referrals Coordinate environmental scans on inpatient psychiatric units to identify elements that may lead to suicidal behavior Act as point of contact for Vet Centers to consult and refer high‑risk Veterans and coordinate services Develop and implement ongoing education plan on risk factors and warning signs for suicide Benefits
Competitive salary with regular increases; potential higher step rate for special qualifications 37-50 days of annual paid time off (13-26 days of leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 federal holidays) 12 weeks paid parental leave after 12 months of employment for birth, adoption or foster care placement Child‑care subsidy up to 25% of eligible costs for families with total income below $144,000 (maximum $416.66 monthly) Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and 5% contribution to federal 401(k) Federal health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care insurance programs Work Schedule
Monday‑Friday, 7:30 am – 4:00 pm. Telework not available.
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