Summary

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

About the Position: This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement at any of the locations listed. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available.

Duties

Perform crisis intervention, risk and clinical assessments, case management, command consultation and administrative tasks to prevent and treat child and spouse/intimate partner abuse.
Conduct comprehensive and complex risk assessments, clinical interviews, and psychosocial assessment of children and adults.
Perform crisis intervention services and appropriate triage to assist in the protection and safety of victims and families.
Develop treatment plans based on identified problems, psychosocial factors and treatment capabilities.
Conduct individual, family and group outpatient therapy sessions.
Represent and serve as an advocate for the program and their families in obtaining services and support for their needs.

Conditions of Employment

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination.
This position has specific initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements since its duties require interaction with children and youth under the age of eighteen on a recurring basis.
Subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations (or a recognized exemption).
Immunization screening is required; Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact.
Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification endorsed by the AHA.
Applicants must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
Business Travel/Temporary Duty Travel may be required up to 5% of the time.
May be required to testify before agencies and/or in court.
Incumbent is subject to Central Registry Check (Department of Defense Child and Domestic Abuse Reporting System).
Requires a valid state Driver's License to operate vehicles.
Pre-employment physical may be required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Basic Requirement (GS-12): Master's degree (or higher degree) in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. You must attach a copy of your transcripts.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: 1) assessing incidents of domestic abuse and/or child abuse/neglect cases; 2) interviewing victims, offenders, children and family members regarding allegations of abuse or neglect; and 3) developing treatment plans based on identified problems (equivalent to GS-11). No substitution of education for experience is permitted.

License Requirement: A current, active, valid, unrestricted clinical license to practice Social Work independently, offered by a U.S. State, District of Columbia, commonwealth, territory or jurisdiction. You must provide a copy of your license with your application.

Selective Placement Factors: This position requires 2 years of experience working in the field of child abuse and domestic abuse.

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If using education completed in foreign colleges or universities, you must show the credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Additional Information

Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
This is a Medical Career Field position.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
Temporary positions may be extended in one-year increments to a maximum of three years; term positions may be extended to a maximum of eight years.
Relocation/Recruitment incentive or service credit for non-Federal work experience may be authorized if determined to be in the organization's interest.
THIS IS AN OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT WITH A CLOSING DATE OF 11:59 EST 02/02/2027.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements. If a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment.

Your resume: must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. For each relevant work experience, include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month and year), hours worked per week, and a brief description of duties.
Other supporting documents:

Cover Letter, optional
Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable
A copy of your transcript (required if meeting the requirement based on education).
A copy of your license or certification (required).

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 02/01/2027 to receive consideration. Click Apply to access the online application; you will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account. It is your responsibility to verify that your application package is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

This Job Is Open To

The public

Agency Contact

Website: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq
Address: MEDCOM Recruitment, DO NOT MAIL, Rock Island, IL 61299, US

Social Worker (Family Advocacy)

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