The Domiciliary Health Technician (Health Tech) is a position within the Mental Health Service. This incumbent is directly supervised by the Domiciliary Health Technician Supervisor/Lead or Assistant Domiciliary Chief the Health Tech is assigned to the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (MHRRTP) known as the Domiciliary Program.
Summary
The Domiciliary Health Technician (Health Tech) is a position within the Mental Health Service. This incumbent is directly supervised by the Domiciliary Health Technician Supervisor/Lead or Assistant Domiciliary Chief the Health Tech is assigned to the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (MHRRTP) known as the Domiciliary Program.
The incumbent is responsible: for maintaining a safe therapeutic environment of care for the Domiciliary patients. This includes assistance in maintaining a drug-free environment. The Health Tech plays a vital role in administering breathalyzers (on-the-spot) and conducting Urine Drug Screens (UDS) as determined appropriate. The incumbent provides assistance in Domiciliary patient room inspections, safety lock-down inspections both can be announced or unannounced.
Incumbent works with people who have brain injury or deterioration, or other mental health impairments. Be observant and detail-oriented with a calm demeanor and excellent social skills. Emotionally support patients. Communicate with interdisciplinary team on patients' status.
Incumbent orients new patients within 24-hours of admission. He or she explains the Domiciliary Patient Handbook and treatment agreement for care, provides information and instruction to the patient as lo their responsibilities in areas such as problem solving, rulemaking, disciplinary decision-making and free-time activity planning. He or she also explains Domiciliary Program rules and other matters required for group living.
Incumbent observes patients' physical and mental states every day, taking vital signs and noting levels of mental alertness and functioning. Helps individuals who need assistance with behavioral development and modification of actions. ls required to report behavioral health program and treatments teams catered to clients' needs, as well as provide positive feedback and attempt to correct any negative behavior. Ensure clients follow the program guidelines. Makes observations and document patient behavior and progress.
Incumbent cooperates with Program managers. Incumbent provides direct training and superv1s1011 of patients working in the Therapeutic Supportive Employment Services (TSES) Program. Incumbent provides daily guidance and encouragement to ensure that buildings are safe and clean and that workable sc!1cduks arc maintained. Incumbent evaluates TSES workers' performance and submits recommendations to the TSES Program Manager.
Incumbent makes daily inspection? of patient living quarters to ensure cleanliness and rooms are free of contraband. Incumbent submits, orders and supply orders to the appropriate departments as needed. The incumbent documents ,accuracy of patient passes consistent with patient absences.
Incumbent performs routine and random patient urine sample collection and breathalyzer tests in order to maintain a drug-free environment.
Incumbent keeps patient files confidential and secure from unauthorized access. Must ensure HIPPA compliance in every aspect of Facility operations and client care.
Work Schedule: 3:30PM-12:00AM Position Description Title/PD#: Health Technician/PD06330A Physical Requirements: The physical demands of the work require some standing talking, bending, pushing lifting and carrying or items. The work requires above average agility and dexterity, The work also includes stress that may be involved in dealing with persons in emotional distress and who may be uncooperative and occasionally violent make this \work notably more demanding than most sedentary jobs. Incumbent must be able to assist patients who need help with standing, walking and sitting if needed. Incumbent must be able to stand and walk for long periods of time or sit for long periods of time while working in this environment. The physical demands require repetition.
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
May serve a probationary period
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
A complete application package; Resume, Transcripts, etc
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Qualifications
To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
GS-06 grade level: One (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: knowledge of direct patient care techniques, including activities of daily living (ADL's) ambulating patients, infection control, and emergency response; uses appropriate safety precautions. Uses computers, software applications, databases, and automated systems to accomplish work. Identifies and analyzes problems; uses sound reasoning to arrive at conclusions; finds alternative solutions to complex problems; distinguishes between relevant and irrelevant information to make logical judgements. Works and communicates with clients and customers (eg., any individuals who use or receive the services or products that you work unit provides, including individuals who work in you agency or in other agencies or organizations outside the Government) to satisfy their expectations. Committed to quality services.
OR
Successful completion of a full 4-year course of study leading to a bachelor's degree, with major study or at least 24 semester hours in subjects directly related to the position.
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.
Education
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.
If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.
Additional information
VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
The following will be communicated to applicants for VA employment in a testing designated position and will also be included in all VA vacancy announcements for such positions: All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drugs use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
The Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP) and Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be well-qualified, applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors if applicable, and must be proficient in most of the requirements of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website which can be found at https://www.opm.gov/.
Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. VA may offer newly-appointed Federal employee's credit for their job-related non-federal experience or active duty uniformed military service. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/11/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12403313.
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Martinsburg VA Medical Center
510 Butler Avenue
Martinsburg, WV 25405
US
Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Please review the above list(s) to ensure you have included all necessary documents required for your application.Not every applicant will require the same documents, therefore it is the applicants responsibility to ensure that their application package includes all necessary documents to determine qualifications and eligibility for appointment, such as a copy of your SF-50, transcript, ICTAP/CTAP documentation (for displaced Federal employees).You will not be contacted for additional information. Applicants will be deemed ineligible if supporting documentation is not submitted.
Veterans' Preference: Since the Direct-Hire Recruitment Authority is being used, traditional Veterans' Preference rules do not apply. Qualified veterans will, however, be given full consideration for this position.
Applications are accepted online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application.
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 06/11/2024 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12403313.
1. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USAJOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire.
2. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date. To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the Application Status link and then select the More Information link for this position. The Details page will display the status of your application, the documentation received and processed, and any correspondence the agency has sent related to this application. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application will be incomplete.
Martinsburg VA Medical Center
510 Butler Avenue
Martinsburg, WV 25405
US
Next steps
After the vacancy announcement closes, applicants are evaluated to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
