Licensed Clinical Social Worker (OST)

United States Air Force

$89K — $138K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in social work from an accredited institution
  • Current, unrestricted clinical social work license in any U.S. jurisdiction
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
  • Recent independent clinical practice as a social worker (within the past two years)
  • Understanding of military culture and related occupational stressors

Responsibilities

  • Provide a full range of social work services to operational squadrons
  • Integrate with multidisciplinary teams to support Air Force mission effectiveness
  • Conduct psychosocial assessments and diagnoses
  • Develop and implement evidence-based treatment strategies
  • Collect and analyze data to inform operational support
  • Facilitate referrals to appropriate community resources
  • Educate personnel on mental health and resilience

Benefits

  • 11 federal holidays each year
  • 13 days of sick leave accrued annually
  • 13-26 days of paid vacation depending on tenure
  • Immediate health insurance coverage for employees and families
  • Retirement benefits under Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
  • Participation in Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with employer contributions
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Licensed Clinical Social Worker (NH-0185-03) to work at the 75th Medical Group on Hill AFB in Ogden, Utah. The primary purpose of this position is to provide a full range of professional social work services within operational Line of the Air Force (LAF) squadrons. Serves as a member of a multidisciplinary Integrated Operational Support (IOS) team directly supporting the LAF mission assigned to Hill Air Force Base (AFB) Operational Support Team (OST) program with the goal of building resiliency, enhancing human performance and improving unit mission effectiveness. Clinical and administrative duties focus on education and prevention, psychosocial assessment and diagnosis, and evidenced-based interventions and treatment. The organizational goals and objectives of this position include enhancing the operational effectiveness and human performance of select USAF operational units by means of temporarily integrating into unit operations, collecting and analyzing data regarding factors that adversely impact mission effectiveness, and developing and executing strategies to mitigate risks and enhance performance. This position can close at any time. Apply Now! Salary Range is $89,508 - $138,370 based on experience. Relocation Incentive may be available. AFCS Benefits: Paid Time Off: • 11 Federal Holidays each year • 13 sick leave days earned per year (accumulative) Paid Vacation Time: • 13-26 days per year based on length of employment Health Insurance: • No waiting period to qualify for you and your family Retirement: • Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) • Basic Benefits Plan • Social Security • Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(k) (Automatically receive 1% agency contributions and up to 5% matching) REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION • U.S. Citizenship • Must fulfill all of the requirements for the master's degree in social work in a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education • Possess a current, unrestricted license to practice clinical social work independently in any one of the 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, or the U.S Virgin Islands • Must possess and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification • As a condition of employment, government civilian providers must meet all applicable credentialing requirements IAW local military treatment facility guidelines and be fully qualified to perform within the scope of their practice • Must have practiced as an independent licensed clinical social worker within past two years • Professional knowledge of social work practices, principles, theories, and administrative requirements to be able to apply them in a clinical or occupational setting and both plan and provide evidence-based treatments for a full range of psychiatric disorders. • Knowledge of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM) of the American Psychiatric Association to evaluate psychiatric disorders and apply professional diagnostic skills. • Knowledge of military organizations and culture and the unique stressors upon workers in an operational military workplace. • Knowledge of administration, scoring, and interpretation of select psychological and psycho-social measures to properly assess patient's and family's needs. Sophisticated understanding of behavioral risk management and ability to engage appropriate protections as needed when risk of harm to self or others is present. • Ability to provide guidance and consultation services to medical professionals and military leaders, and facilitate referrals to military or community-based human service agencies and resources; e.g., Protective Services or financial aid organizations. Click the apply button to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (transcripts, certifications, licenses, etc.). To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates."

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