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.
Duties of this position are, but not limited to: Provides comprehensive administrative leadership while also completing reduced clinical workload within the assigned program. Oversees the daily operations of a small to moderate interdisciplinary team and ensures that all aspects of the program meet VA, VISN, and facility standards for service delivery, documentation, and quality of care.
Responsible for planning, developing, and evaluating program activities, managing workflow, monitoring staff performance, and ensuring that clinical services are delivered efficiently and in alignment with evidence-based practice and regulatory requirements. Maintains an advanced clinical practice and carries a caseload appropriate for a GS-12 supervisory clinician.
Independently conducting complex biopsychosocial assessments, formulating treatment plans, and providing a range of evidence-based therapeutic interventions to Veterans with diverse and often high-acuity needs. Applies specialized clinical knowledge to address psychosocial, behavioral, environmental, and systemic barriers that impact Veteran care.
Ensures that clinical documentation is timely, accurate, and comprehensive, supporting continuity of care and adherence to Joint Commission, and VHA standards. Ongoing clinical involvement also serves as a model of professional practice for the staff they supervise. Provides clinical supervision and consultation to licensed and unlicensed social workers, including those seeking advanced practice licensure.
Guide staff in managing complex cases, refining clinical skills, resolving ethical dilemmas, and improving care processes. Oversees staff productivity, coordinates assignments, manages leave and coverage, evaluates performance, and addresses performance or conduct issues when necessary. Effectively organize work, set priorities, and balance multiple administrative and clinical demands, ensuring that program goals and deadlines are met.
Leads program development and quality improvement efforts. They review program data, evaluate trends, and use findings to improve workflow, expand services, and enhance the overall effectiveness of the program. Develops and implements policies, procedures, and practice guidelines, ensuring consistency with national directives and accreditation standards.
Prepare required reports, manage budgetary needs, and coordinate with facility leadership to secure resources that support program sustainability. Represents the program and Social Work Service on committees, task forces, and workgroups at the facility, VISN, and national level. Maintain strong working relationships with internal clinical services and external agencies, facilitating coordinated care, referrals, and resource access for Veterans and their families.
Provides expert consultation to interdisciplinary teams, leadership, and trainees-including medical residents- regarding complex psychosocial issues, VA policy, and program capabilities. Professional development and staff training are integral to the supervisory role. Provides orientation, coaching, and ongoing training to social work staff, fostering a culture of learning, ethical practice, and continuous professional growth.
Support staff in maintaining clinical competencies and staying informed about emerging practices in social work and Veteran care. Additional duties may be assigned based on program needs and organizational priorities. Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm or 7:30am-4:00pm EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHAVISN23EDRP@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: Ad-Hoc may be available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000
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/.
Andrea.Mescall@va.gov · 3202521670
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $97100 – $126233/yr.
This position is eligible for telework.
Applications close on 2026-09-08.
This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.
Source: USAJOBS.gov — U.S. Federal Government
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