Duties: This position is assigned to the Social Work Service and the incumbent will serve as The Community Nursing Home (CNH) Program Coordinator.
The incumbent is administratively responsible for the Community Nursing Home Program (CNH), Community Adult Day Care Program, Homemaker Home Health Aide (HHA) and Non-Institutional Respite (NI-R). The CNH Coordinator manages the daily operation of the program and direct patient care services in the program area. S/he develops policies and procedures for program operation and prepares reports and statistics for facility, VISN, and national use. S/he is responsible for monitoring the program's budget and various control points assigned to the program within the assigned areas.
The incumbent manages and controls the use of data related to these programs regarding day to day functioning and program evaluation. In conjunction with the Service Chief, or designee, the incumbent plans, organizes and directs administrative, operational patient concerns and oversight of program resources in the community, liaison with community resources, staff education regarding CADHC services and referral processes, and the development, evaluation and communication of standards, policies and procedures. This is accomplished in collaboration with other members of the CADHC team or other interdisciplinary treatment teams as appropriate (i.e. primary care, inpatient services, specialty clinics, CLC, mental health, etc.). The incumbent collaborates with the Chief, Social Work Service in policy development and with regard to funding expenditures. The incumbent tracks resource utilization and resource allocation decisions. The CNH Coordinator has specialized knowledge of practice typically related to a particular diagnosis or population.
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Qualifications & Evaluations BASIC REQUIREMENTS. The basic requirements for employment as a VHA social worker are prescribed by statute in 38 U.S.C. 7402(b)(9), as amended by section 205 of Public Law 106-419, enacted November 1, 2000. To qualify for appointment as a social worker in VHA, all applicants must :Citizenship. Be a citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g this part.)
Education. Have a master's degree in social work [MSW] from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the school of social work is fully accredited. A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work.
Licensure. Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master?s degree level. Current state requirements may be found on the
Social Worker Physical Requirements: Light lifting, under 15 pounds; Light carrying, 15-44 pounds; Pushing; Reaching above shoulder; Use of fingers; Both hands required; Walking; Standing; Ability for rapid mental and muscular co-ordination simultaneously; Both eyes required; Ability to distinguish basic colors; Hearing without aid; Must possess emotional and mental stability.
English Language Proficiency. Social workers must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j, this part.
WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: (Failure to comply may be grounds for withdrawal of an offer of employment or dismissal after appointment)
Applicants must meet any physical, language, license or degree requirements. Applicants must be citizens of the United States, and be at least 16 years of age as of the closing date. Applicants tentatively selected for certain designated positions may be subject to a random drug screening for illegal drug use. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment. New Appointees will be subject to a background investigation to determine suitability. Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must certify at the time of appointment that they have registered with the Selective Service system or are exempt for having to do so under Selective Service law. Applicants must not be listed on the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) Office of Inspector General Sanctions database. Applicants selected for positions through this announcement may be subject to a one year probationary period. Public Law 95-201 requires that persons appointed to direct patient-care positions must possess the required basic proficiency in spoken and written English. Your application, résumé and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. You may also be evaluated based upon the question responses you provide during a structured interview. In responding to structured interview questions you should be sure to cite specific examples of experience, explain exactly what you did, and the outcome. Benefits & Other Info Working for the Department of Veterans Affairs offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation, sick leave, holidays, life insurance, health benefits, thrift savings plan, and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System. In addition to traditional "dollars and cents" benefits, we offer a range of benefits to help balance work and life. For more information please visit us at http://www4.va.gov/JOBS/Job_Benefits/benefits.asp . How to Apply More Info Durham NC 2013-10-17T10:11:01.746547 353391500 Excepted Service Permanent APPLICANTS PLEASE NOTE: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Applicants must, therefore, only report attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: http://www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html . All education claimed by applicants will be verified by the appointing agency accordingly.
*** 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. ***
GS 92177 70906 1 VATA Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration None This position will be filled on a full-time permanent basis. Upon completing any required probationary period, the position will be permanent.This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
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 employees 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.
Per Year VHA-558-14-DU977915-RD You must provide a complete Application Package which includes:1.
1-Full-Time 0185-Social Work Active https://ApplicationManager.gov/Login.aspx?VacancyID=977915&CheckStatus=Y 15317-Permanent 2013-10-22T02:46:56.631080 VHA-558-14-DU977915-RD After we receive your complete application package (including any required documents), your qualifications will be reviewed to decide if you meet the basic requirements. You will be notified when this decision is made. 15523-US Citizens and Status CandidatesDepartment of Veterans Affairs - 2 days ago - save job - block
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