Title: Social Worker - 01389
State Role Title: Social Workers, All Other
Hiring Range: $33,828 - $52,500
Pay Band: 3
Agency: Virginia Department of Health
Location: LENOWISCO-SCOTT
Agency Website: https://www.vdh.virginia.gov/lenowisco
Recruitment Type: General Public - G
Job Duties
The Goal of the Virginia Department of Health is to become the healthiest state in the nation. This position will support the VDH Goal of becoming the healthiest state in the nation by continuing to support and improve the health of all Virginians through efficient and effective execution of operations and delivery of services, performing work based on assigned duties and performance measures.
The Virginia Department of Health offers 12 paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and life insurance, retirement plans (including 401a Cash Match and 457 Deferred Compensation Plan) as well as sick, family/personal, and annual leave!
This position is based at the Scott County Health Department located in Gate City, Virginia.
Provides guidance to clients by a knowledge of social and vocational case management and counseling methods to develop individualized service plans, perform psychosocial assessments to determine personal, social, health and economic needs. Assists clients by independently identifying and referring them to available federal, state, local, private resources to assist with their needs. Educates clients on clinical, medical procedures and coordinates client care with PHN and community resources. Requires Licensed Social Worker or Licensed Clinical Social Worker or a baccalaureate or master's degree in social work from an accredited social work school or program approved by the Council on Social Work Education or a doctorate in social work per Code of Virginia § 54.1-3709
This is a restricted position which is solely funded by the Child Development Clinic Program for a 1 year period ending September 30th each year. The availability of funding is scheduled for review before the grant expiration date and periodically thereafter. Employment is contingent on the continued availability of grant or non-grant funds.
Minimum Qualifications
Comprehensive knowledge and skills related to the role of a social worker in a
public health setting
Knowledge of social and economic conditions related to psychosocial health
and the principles and practices of medical social work
Ability to provide standard mental health assessments and facilitate
appropriate supportive services
Ability to exercise sound judgement, analyze and problem solve, organize and
establish priorities
Requires excellent oral and written communication skills; must be able to
work on a team as a member and/or facilitator
Must be able to multi-task in a fast-paced work environment to assure
compliance with appropriate timelines
Licensed Social Workers, or Social Workers with a baccalaureate or master's
degree in social work from an accredited social work school or program
approved by the Council on Social Work Education, or a doctorate in social
work required per Code of Virginia § 54.1-3709.
Additional Considerations
Previous experience in an early intervention program
Experience working with diverse cultures
Must be able to provide own transportation for on-duty travel
Knowledge of Part C Local System; knowledge of Part C regulations;
knowledge of IDEA and/or the Infant & Toddler Connection program; home
visitation experience; experience working with parents of young children
Qualifying Bachelor’s degree with corresponding license or certification in:
Allied Health; Child and Family Studies; Counseling; Early Childhood; Early
Childhood Growth and Development; Early Childhood Special Education;
Human Development; Human Services; Music Therapy; Nursing; Psychology;
Public Health; Social Work; Special Education – hearing impairments
Special Instructions
You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.
Employment is contingent upon satisfactory results of a state and federal criminal history background check and the Department of Social Service’s Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry check, U.S. HHSIG Exclusion List check, employment reference check and E-Verify. Other financial, credit, driving, background checks or completion of Statement of Economic Interests may be required for certain positions. VDH accepts only on-line applications. Faxed, mailed, or e-mailed applications will not be considered. Applications are accepted until 11:55 p.m. on the job closing date. Applications and/or resumes should include relevant work history which indicates your qualifications for this position.
It is the policy of the Commonwealth and VDH that all aspects of human resource management be conducted without regard to race (or traits historically associated with race including hair texture, hair type, and protective hairstyles such as braids, locks, and twists); sex; color; national origin; religion; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; age; veteran status; political affiliation; disability; genetic information; and pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. VDH employees have a shared Code of Ethics, which can be found in the bottom banner of our website: www.vdh.virginia.gov.
If you have been affected by DHRM Policy 1.30 layoff and possess a valid Interagency Placement Screening Form (Yellow Card) or a Preferential Hiring Form (Blue Card), you must submit the card before the closing date for this position. The Card may be submitted with the state application as an attachment.
As a V3 (Virginia Values Veterans) employer VDH Welcomes Veterans to apply!
Supplemental Questions: You may be required to respond to position-specific questions at the end of this application. This information will help us evaluate your credentials and qualifications for the job. Failure to respond to any questions may disqualify you from further consideration.
Contact Information
Name: Karen Crutchfield
Phone: Not Provided
Email: karen.crutchfield@vdh.virginia.gov
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.
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.
The Commonwealth of Virginia is located in the South Atlantic region of the United States. It was the 10th state to be admitted to the Union on June 25, 1788. Home to approximately 8 million residents, Virginia is the 12th most populous state in the United States. The capital is Richmond, and its most populous city is Virginia Beach.
The narrative history of the Commonwealth of Virginia often begins with the founding of Jamestown in 1607, near what is now modern day Williamsburg, Virginia. Jamestown became the first permanent English settlement in the New World, and the Virginia General Assembly, established on July 30, 1619, is now recognized as the oldest legislative body in the western hemisphere. When Virginia became a royal colony in 1624, the robust tobacco trade that had been developing in Virginia helped establish the American colonies as a powerful economic force. During the American Revolution, Virginia witnessed the final surrender of British forces at Yorktown and later became known as the birthplace of many revolution-era figures and future American presidents, including George Washington and Thomas Jefferson. To date, 8 United States presidents have been born in Virginia, more than in any other state.
The modern government of Virginia is nearly identical in structure to the federal government, and is divided into 3 branches, these being the executive, legislative, and judiciary branches. The Virginia General Assembly is comprised of the 100-member House of Delegates and the 40-member Senate. A governor and lieutenant governor are elected every 4 years. Governors cannot be elected to or serve consecutive terms. Virginia’s judicial system consists of the Supreme Court of Virginia and the Court of Appeals of Virginia, the Circuit Courts, and the lower General District Courts and the Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Courts. Virginia has 13 electoral votes in presidential elections, and possesses 11 seats in the U.S. House of Representatives.
