Summary
The VA New Jersey HealthCare System has 1 vacancy for a Supervisory Social Worker -Program Coordinator incumbent within this position will manage the Post-9/11 Military to VA (M2VA) Case Management Program responsible for administrative and operational oversight for the social workers within the Inpatient Acute Social Work Program (IASW) Radiation Oncology ,Social Work Program (Rad-Onc SW) and Spinal Cord Injury Social Work Program (SCISW), located within EO & LY medical centers and 9 CBOCs
Duties
Duties but not limited to: The Social Worker Post-9/11 Military to VA (M2VA) Case Management Program Coordinator has responsibility for coordinating and supervising interdisciplinary staffing of Social Work Case Managers, and a Program Support Assistant. He/she is responsible for daily work assignments, treatment services provided, outreach activities, community training and admission criteria of both programs. The incumbent is responsible for budgets and several fund control points. The incumbent manages and controls the use of data related to these programs regarding day-to-day functioning and program evaluation. The Program Coordinator plans, organizes and directs administrative, operational, patient and personnel activities for the program. The incumbent is expected to set priorities and make assignments according to capabilities of employees. The Program Coordinator administers information and analytical systems to evaluate and enhance the quality of service provided to post-9/11 Veterans as well as inpatients on acute units, Veterans served by PACT Social Workers, SCI Social Workers and Radiation Oncology. The incumbent develops and implements information systems to track service activities including visits, referrals, patient demographics, equipment utilization and patient satisfaction. He/she develops implements and evaluates clinical guidelines and protocols to establish appropriate utilization of services. The Program Coordinator performs a wide range of services and provides technical assistance, training and consultation to DOD, State, local, and private agencies, and universities. In addition, the incumbent uses sound judgment in the interpretation of Veteran trends and patterns; the application of guidelines; and the recommendation of program enhancements. The incumbent performs program analysis, development, review, research, design, and contact work as possible with various agencies (public, DOD, state, etc.). He/she performs work related to the review, monitoring, analysis, planning and assessment of various programs under his/her purview. Responsible for key project activities related to the planning, development, and implementation of the project component. A substantial portion of the workload directed by the post-9/11 Military to VA (M2VA) Case Management Program Coordinator is carried out at one or more locations, such as CBOCs, military facilities, and Veterans' residence, that are physically removed from the main medical center under conditions that make day-to-day supervision difficult to administer. The incumbent ensures post-9/11 Veterans receive comprehensive preventive mental and physical health evaluations and oversees care management. He/she ensures that Veterans and his/her family members are provided information about VHA and VBA entitlements, orientation to the facility, referrals to needed services, and are guided through the system in a supportive and sensitive manner that is efficient and cost effective. The incumbent will be knowledgeable on developmental and training needs of employees, and where possible, will assist subordinates in addressing these needs. The incumbent is responsible for setting performance standards and reviews work to determine acceptable levels of quality and quantity. Perform other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday (8AM - 4:30PM) Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized 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 #:14590-F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
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/.
How you will be evaluated
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.