This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.
Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional .Duties include, however, not limited to: Assist in the daily operation and administration of the Caregiver Support Program (CSP), ensuring compliance with local facility, VISN, and VA Central Office policies, initiatives, and program requirements.
Collaborate with interdisciplinary CSP team members to provide comprehensive services that promote equitable access to care, resources, benefits, and support for Veterans and caregivers. Develop, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate caregiver support groups, educational programs, and caregiver-focused training activities.
Assess caregiver burden, stress, and support needs through direct contact with caregivers and Veterans and implement appropriate clinical interventions and treatment strategies. Provide individual and family-centered interventions addressing caregiver stress, emotional distress, psychiatric concerns, social needs, and caregiver wellness.
Conduct home visits for Veterans and caregivers participating in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) and complete required assessments and documentation. Respond to inquiries from the National Caregiver Support Line and other communication channels regarding caregiver services, eligibility, and resources. Advise and collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical teams regarding caregiver issues, support services, and care planning needs.
Develop educational materials, resources, and training programs tailored to caregiver populations and specific Veteran care needs. Provide education and consultation to employees, Veterans, families, caregivers, and community stakeholders regarding caregiver support services and resources.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Veterans, caregivers, community partners, federal and state agencies, Veteran Service Organizations, and non-governmental organizations. Coordinate referrals to VA and community-based medical, mental health, social service, benefits, entitlement, and support programs.
Facilitate referrals, consultations, and admissions to specialized VA programs, including Community Residential Care, Respite Care, Hospice, Home-Based Primary Care, Telehealth, Community Health Care Coordination, and Community Nursing Home programs. Serve as a resource and consultant to caregivers, Veterans, and families in navigating complex VA, governmental, and community systems.
Act as a liaison between VA programs and community agencies to strengthen partnerships, improve system navigation, and coordinate services. Assist with the planning, coordination, promotion, and implementation of National Family Caregivers Month activities, including educational events, caregiver recognition programs, outreach activities, and awareness campaigns.
Support program leadership in developing, maintaining, monitoring, and evaluating program performance measures and data collection systems. Collect, analyze, interpret, and report caregiver program data to local leadership, VISN leadership, and national program offices. Evaluate program effectiveness and outcomes and recommend process improvements and program enhancements based on data analysis and identified trends.
Conduct outreach presentations and educational sessions for community agencies, military organizations, Veteran Service Organizations, and other stakeholder groups regarding VA caregiver benefits, programs, and services. Maintain knowledge of VA medical center programs, community resources, and national caregiver support initiatives.
Collaborate with Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACT), mental health providers, geriatric care teams, and social work staff to address caregiver issues and provide caregiver-focused education and support. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of Veterans, caregivers, families, and organizational objectives.
Work Schedule: : 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Lakita Bush @ lakita.bush@va.gov,, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Functional Statement #:63617F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized
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.
For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
jewel.green@va.gov · 404-321-6111 X573385
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $92903 – $120776/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-16.
This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.
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