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Social Worker

Veterans Health Administration · Department of Veterans Affairs
📍 Tucson, Arizona 💰 $70654 – $111137/yr

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Job Summary

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.

Key Responsibilities

Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Supports daily operations of the Caregiver Support Program, ensuring compliance and collaboration with VA and local facility initiatives. Works closely with the CSP team to provide comprehensive caregiver support. Develops and facilitates caregiver support groups and educational programs, distributing materials from VA and other organizations.

Conducts direct assessments of caregiver stress and develops clinical interventions, including regular home visits for those in the PCAFC program. Responds to hotline calls, general inquiries, and assists with program tasks. Collaborates across medical center teams on caregiver issues, creating educational tools, programs, and training tailored to caregiver needs.

Provides education and in-service training to staff, Veterans, families, and caregivers, offering ongoing consultation on caregiver support. Builds positive relationships with Veterans, caregivers, government agencies, and NGOs through skilled communication. Facilitates referrals to VA services, community resources, and assists with Veteran admissions to other VA programs when appropriate.

Serves as a liaison, helping caregivers and families navigate complex systems and stay informed on relevant legislation. Participates in community caregiver support activities and committees at the state and local levels, promoting caregiver recognition. Assists with coordination of the National Family Caregivers Month in November, including event planning, outreach, and recognition activities.

Maintains data systems to evaluate program effectiveness, collects and analyzes data for reports. Supports establishing caregiver protocols that address the unique needs of caregivers caring for our youngest returning Veterans. Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 08:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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 VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases.

When setting pay, a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade).

Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child.

Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66.

Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

Requirements & 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.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contact

francisco.olmedo@va.gov · (562) 256-2012

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $70654 – $111137/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-09-04.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.

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