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Supervisory Social Science Specialist (Crisis Responder)

Veterans Health AdministrationAnywhere in the U.S. (remote job)Posted 22 Oct 2026

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Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. NOTE: This applies to past, current, and upcoming VA Health Professions Trainees (HPT) only. VA HPT is an individual appointed to temporary positions in one or more VHA medical facilities performing clinical or research training experiences to satisfy program or degree requirements or admitted to the VA Health Professional Scholarship Program.

HPTs can be either VA-paid or Without Compensation (WOC). 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. English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in spoken and written English. See 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). Education and Experience: Successful completion of a bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited college or university.

The degree must be in a behavioral health or social science related field appropriate to the work of the position (e.g., psychology, social work, sociology, family counseling, mental health counseling, nursing, ministry and criminal justice); OR, Two years of specialized experience as a first responder (e.g., Police, Medic, Emergency Medical Technician, Emergency Dispatch, etc.) or in a social science related field that included behavioral health crisis response, and two years of higher education (i.e., above the high school level) from an accredited college or university in a behavioral health or social science related field appropriate to the work of the position (e.g., psychology, social work, sociology, family counseling, mental health counseling, nursing, ministry and criminal justice); OR, Successful completion of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in any field and, one year of specialized experience that included behavioral health crisis response or mental health counseling.

NOTE: Transcripts must be submitted with application. Education cannot be credited without documentation. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determination: In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade level.

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Supervisory Social Science Specialist, GS-12 Experience: In addition to the basic requirements, you must have one year of creditable experience equivalent to the GS-11 grade level, which is directly related to the position to be filled; Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs: Knowledge and skill in management/administration, which includes supervision, consultation, negotiations, and monitoring.

Ability to write policies, procedures, and or/practice guidelines. Ability to effectively interact with individuals and groups with cultural differences to problem-solve and negotiate complex issues and obtain cooperation. Ability to provide training, orientation, consultation, and guidance within clinical specialization of practice. Skill in developing interpersonal relationships including the ability to address the unique needs of Crisis Responders.

This includes the provision of postvention as professionally indicated. Ability to evaluate program effectiveness and make recommendations for change, as appropriate. Note: Relevant experience and KSAs must be demonstrated and represented within your resume. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Note: A full year of work is considered to be 35-40 hours of work per week. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities.

Applicants wishing to receive credit for such experience must indicate clearly the nature of their duties and responsibilities in each position and the number of hours a week spent in such employment. Physical Requirements: The work is performed in an office setting. The position requires some standing, bending and carrying items such as training materials. The incumbent will be supplied with and required to wear an officially approved uniform during all VCL special events.

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