The Blind Rehabilitation Assistant Chief has responsibility for administering many aspects of a large VA inpatient blind rehabilitation program of more than 20 beds. The position of Assistant Chief requires mastery of the broad functional areas of blind and vision theory, practice and specialized knowledge in specific areas including research methodology. The Blind Rehabilitation Assistant Chief has supervisory authority over the assigned FTEE.
Duties include but are not limited to the following: Provide supervisions of key clinical and training programs, including the overall technical oversight of the Blind Rehabilitation Specialists whom they administratively supervise. Responsible for the development and implementation of policies and procedures to address focused clinical needs and the overall services delivered and provided within the section.
Performs responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, assigning work to employees, monitoring workload and clinical volume, staffing, imposing disciplinary measures and monitoring clinical privileges. Demonstrates knowledge of contemporary blind and vision rehabilitation across multiple areas of practice, and the demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge to provide clinical guidance to staff Blind Rehabilitation Specialists within the department.
Applies knowledge of human resources administration, including such functions as the ability to interview and select qualified applicants, monitor and evaluate performance, and maintain effective labor management relations within scope of responsibility. Demonstrates the ability and skills to effectively supervise, direct, and manage a diverse staff including conflict resolution.
Proven capability to analyze clinically appropriate data to optimize quality, performance, and productivity within the section. Exhibited expertise to set priorities, delegate tasks, and solve problems in order to meet multiple deadlines and identify/address organizational problems. Provides supervision of key clinical and training programs and assigned staff, including the overall technical oversight of the students whom they administratively supervise.
Furnishes overall clinical supervision that assures the proper coordination and delivery of care within the blind rehabilitation section and the facility at large. Supervises employees work assignments, workload productivity, and problems must be well managed by the supervisor. Understands and adheres to federal regulations regarding staffing practices.
Comprehends recruitment options and collaborates with GS-14 Service Chief and HR throughout the staffing process (recruiting, hiring, staffing). Takes an active role in prevention of harassment behavior, adheres to Whistleblower Protection policies, and takes action to report instances of fraud, waste, and abuse. Resolves employee issues/complaints at the lowest level and refers unresolved grievances and complaints to appropriate sources.
Promotes and ensures a safe work environment; enforces policies and procedures (operational, privacy, IT security, Patient Safety, etc.). Ensures utilization of material and labor resources to optimize productivity and adjusts services to meet changing needs of all persons served. May have delegated responsibilities on service-line, medical center-wide, division-wide or program-wide committees, special projects, and task forces.
Assists in the development of guidelines, policies, procedures and their implementation within the Blind Rehabilitation Service in VA central office. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 07:30:am - 4:00 pm Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Title/Functional Statement #:Supervisory Blind Rehabilitation Specialist (Assistant Chief)/PD000000 Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on 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: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $124085 – $161313/yr.
This position requires a Other security clearance.
Applications close on 2026-10-02.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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