The Social Worker, Whole Health Program Coordinator (WHPC) position reports to the Associate Chief of Staff (ACOS), Mental Health at James H. Quillen VA Medical Center (JHQVAMC). The WHPC contributes and takes on leadership duties in the process of visioning, strategic planning, managing, and coordinating the implementation of the Whole Health System of Care.
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. English Language Proficiency Requirement - Per VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, Paragraph 3j: No person will be appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C., chapter 73 or 74, to serve in a direct patient-care capacity in VHA who is not proficient in written and spoken English. Education - Candidates must have a master's degree in social work from a school of social work fully accredited by the Council on Social Work Education (CSWE). Graduates of schools of social work that are in candidacy status do not meet this requirement until the School of Social Work is fully accredited. A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work. Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work. Licensure - Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. Current state requirements may be found by going tohttp://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: Experience: In additional to meeting the basic requirements as stated above, you must have the following: GS-13 Level: Experience/Education. The candidate must have at least one year of experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. Experience must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills and judgment, demonstrating progressively more professional competency. Candidates may have certification or other post-master's degree training from a nationally recognized professional organization or university that includes a defined curriculum/course of study and internship, or equivalent supervised professional experience. Licensure/Certification. Individuals assigned as Social Worker Program Coordinator must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level, and must be able to provide supervision for licensure. In addition to the experience above, candidates must demonstrate all of the following Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Skill in coordinating and implementing one or more specialty program(s), across the facility. Skill in local policy and practice development, procedures, and/or practice guidelines for the program as prescribed by the program handbook or national directive. Skill in organizing work, setting priorities, meeting multiple deadlines, and evaluating assigned program area(s). Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners to further program goals and enhance patient centered care. Ability to provide the full range of supervisory duties including assignment of work to be performed; performance evaluations; and selection of staff, training, and recommendation of awards, advancements, and when appropriate, disciplinary action. Ability to oversee the fiscal matters of the functions supervised (including fund controls, contracts, and equipment expenditures), forecast resource and equipment needs, and administer the allocated budget. Knowledge of organizational structure and impact on program operations. Preferred Experience: Experience working with and/or Supervising an interdisciplinary team, working with Veterans or Military Personnel, people with chronic pain and/or major medical issues. Experience utilizing biopsychosocial model of assessment and treatment, program development. Experience working with governing bodies such as Joint Commission. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-13. Physical Requirements: All candidates must be physically and mentally able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation, without hazard to themselves or others. Candidates must meet the physical requirements outlined in Section II and Section VI of the OPM Operating Manual, Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions and must possess emotional and mental stability.
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The WHPC participates in the development and implementation of integrative health services into patient care throughout the facility and affiliated Community Based Outpatient Clinics. Duties include but are not limited to: Provides day-to-day operations with guidance and direction to the Whole Health program. Develops and executes a Whole Health Business Plan for the JHQVAMC in collaboration with the ACOS, Mental Health. Assumes an active role in the development and implementation of the Whole Health System's performance improvement plan. Works in the development, promotion, and monitoring of Whole Health System program performance measures. Coordinates the preparation of and is a chief contributor to Whole Health System reports and other presentations on program planning and evaluation. Develops and implements policies, procedures, and measures to ensure efficiency and effectiveness in the designated areas of responsibility. Under the direction of the ACOS, Mental Health, creates strategic partnerships with VHA facility program directors and service line chiefs and others in the Medical Center to promote and implement the Whole Health System of Care. Provides strategic clinical input and ensures effective advice to JHQVAMC Executive Team, ACOS Mental Health, and service line chiefs. Assists clinicians with educational and clinical experience for potential medical students, residents, and fellows assigned to the Whole Health Program. Supports clinical training and continuing professional development throughout the Whole Health Program team in line with personal/professional development plans and organizational/clinical need. Provides direct patient care using skills as a licensed clinical social worker with a whole health approach towards Veterans in facilitating and enhancing healthy living messages and helping Veterans achieve their healthier lifestyle goals. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 7:45am- 4:30pm Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases 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) 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: Adhoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 61203F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized