Summary The Community Engagement and Partnerships Coordinator (CEPC) serves as a content matter expert for Suicide Prevention (SP) and facilitates integration of SP education and outreach services into patient care throughout the facility, affiliated community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), and state and community partners. The incumbent is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) regarding SP and has expert level knowledge regarding local community SP resources and education connections. Responsibilities VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz\_ua\_UU Major duties include, but are not limited to: The incumbent performs statistical reporting, evaluation, consultation, and collaboration with non-Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) community partners as well as other VA health care professionals and administrators. The incumbent comprehends and maintains knowledge of current VA guidelines, policies, federal regulations, and laws governing medical benefits for Veterans. The incumbent demonstrates exceptional public speaking skills and the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with for variety of audiences. The incumbent fosters strong collaborative relations with the SP Coordinator and program Case Managers in the development and implementation of SP educational programs and initiatives. The incumbent demonstrates strong interpersonal and collaborative skills working with staff and stakeholders at all knowledge and proficiency levels. The incumbent is responsible for ensuring the community is informed on services offered by the Veteran's Health Administration. The CEPC will work with the SP program support/admin person and the SP Coordinator to track data and complete and submit reports. The incumbent works with the SP coordinator, VISN office and the National Office of Suicide Prevention (OSP) to implement SP communication plans, both internal and external to the VA. The incumbent coordinates speaking engagements and/or facility participation for events in the community which will assist in providing Veterans, their families and caregivers, and other stakeholders with information regarding suicide prevention and encourage enrollment in the VA Health Care System. The incumbent develops materials and training programs in coordination with the SP Coordinator, OSP and the Mental Illness Research, Education and Clinical Center (MIRECC) staff and external stakeholders regarding suicide prevention programs in VHA and the facility. The incumbent collaborates in the development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programs and learning outcomes, including strategies to evaluate outcomes based on the best available evidence. The incumbent facilitates VA S.A.V.E. training or other Gatekeeper suicide prevention training to employees during new employee orientation and as needed ongoing in the hospital setting. The CEPC will ensure that ongoing educational opportunities are provided to internal clinical and administrative staff members to support and enhance their knowledge of SP program, policy, and resources. They work with, local VISN, and OSP levels in the development of marketing strategies based on research, reports, products, and organizational data. Utilizes multimedia campaign materials (e.g. printed articles, brochures, videos) to educate and engage target audiences. Consistently grows community network of unique stakeholders through actively engaging a variety of venues and audiences. Seeks out opportunities to attend meetings/conferences in various venues to broaden the network of outreach to the Veteran population to achieve optimum saturation in the facility catchment area. Serves as a point of contact for coalition needs from local Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN) and national suicide prevention campaigns and events, ensuring local implementation and participation. Collaborates in the development and delivery of education and outreach services that encompasses underserved veteran populations and expands SP outreach in communities in the facility's geographical catchment area, and may include regional or state events. Serves as a member of facility SP committee. Collaborates with other SP staff to develop consistency between facility strategies (e.g., local policies and procedures, local protocols, local clinical reminders, and standardized templates), and VHA guidance statements, and prepares or edits educational materials to reflect these strategies and guidance. The incumbent is required to initiate and engage in a high amount of travel throughout the catchment area in order to meet the needs of the position and program. They are required to be in the community frequently and to attend meetings face to face, establish relationships and physically be a part of community coalitions and partnerships. The catchment area is a large geographic area that includes numerous counties. The incumbent is responsible for regular travel through the Twin Cites Metro, Southern MN, Northern MN, and Northwestern WI. In some cases, the CEPC will attend trainings, conferences, and meetings outside of the catchment area, to include different states. Position requires operation of government vehicle. Must have valid driver's license Work Schedule: 08:00 to 16:30; Monday through Friday; (Some nights and weekends) Telework: Ad-Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications All requirements for this position must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education: Must possess a Master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Licensure: Must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. English Language Proficiency: Candidates must be proficient in written and spoken English to be appointed. Grade Determinations: Social Worker (Program Coordinator) GS-0185-12 (1) Experience/Education. One year of experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level. Experience must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills and judgment, demonstrating progressively more professional competency. Candidate may have certification or other post-master's degree training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship, or equivalent supervised professional experience. (2) Licensure/Certification. Individuals assigned as social worker program coordinator must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level, and must be able to provide supervision for licensure. (3) Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs (Note: a separate document with written demonstration of KSAs must be included with application, see required documents section): (a) Knowledge of program coordination and administration which includes consultation, negotiation, and monitoring. (b) Knowledge and ability to write policies, procedures, and/or practice guidelines for the program. (c) Ability to supervise multidisciplinary staff assigned to the program. (d) Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting multiple deadlines, and evaluating assigned program area(s). (e) Ability to provide training, orientation, and guidance within clinical practice. References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/120 PART II APPENDIX G39 Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position. Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination. Education Additional Information During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.