Supervisory Social Worker - Vet Center Director

Summary The position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) – a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit an 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 a complete review of the application. Qualifications 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: Must be proficient in both spoken and written English in accordance with VA policy. Education: 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 visiting the CSWE website to verify that the social work degree meets accreditation standards for a Master of Social Work. Licensure: Hired or reassigned social workers in the GS‑185 series must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master’s degree level. Individuals assigned as supervisory social workers must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level and able to provide supervision for licensure. 7403(f) applicability. Grade determinations: Candidates must meet the basic requirements plus additional criteria for grade determination, such as one year of experience at the GS‑12 level and advanced practice skills and judgment. 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. Grandfathering Provision coverage for current VHA employees who meet VA Qualification Standard criteria. Demonstrated Knowledge‑Skills‑Abilities (KSAs): Ability to independently organize work, set priorities, meet multiple deadlines, supervise clinical work, provide quality improvement, manage resources, analyze problems, develop solutions, use data, provide staff training, and ensure provision of clinical social work services by supervised social workers. Physical requirements: The work does not inherently include physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with a workplace accommodation. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Ability to independently organize work, set priorities, and meet multiple deadlines. Skill in supervising clinical work, consultation, negotiation, and quality improvement. Ability to ensure provision of clinical social work services by supervised social workers. Ability to delegate authority, manage priorities, coordinate work, and follow up on pending issues to complete duties accurately and timely. Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems, develop and implement solutions that result in efficient operations, and use data to manage workload, quality, performance, and productivity. Ability to provide staff training and development. Duties Serve as Supervisory Social Worker, Regional Center Supervisor (RCS), and Vet Center Director (VCD) responsible for the professional and administrative supervision and oversight of all readjustment counseling, outreach, referrals, and follow‑up care coordination services provided to eligible individuals within the designated Vet Center Service Area (VSA). Supervise professional and non‑professional staff, including a multidisciplinary team of social workers and other mental health professionals across multiple locations, and coordinate outreach activities, often in conjunction with a Mobile Vet Center. Oversee fiscal, contractual, and operational obligations of the community‑based Vet Center and lead coordination and briefing during meetings with Congressional representatives and staff. Develop and implement Vet Center policies and procedures, set staff goals, monitor performance, and evaluate the work of all Vet Center staff. Provide direct readjustment counseling services, in person and virtually, within and outside the Vet Center. Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.; evenings and weekends may be required based on the needs of the Vet Center. Benefits Competitive salary and regular salary increases; higher step rate may be determined for unique qualifications or special needs. Paid time off: 37‑50 days of annual paid time per year, including 13‑26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, and 11 paid Federal holidays. Parental leave: Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 12 months of employment in connection with birth, adoption, or foster care placement. 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 eligible childcare costs, up to a monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5 % VA contribution. Health, vision, dental, term life, long‑term care insurance available; many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement. Telework: Ad hoc virtual; this position is not a virtual position. Recruitment incentive (sign‑on bonus) and relocation assistance are not authorized for this position. EDRP is authorized; former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply for the incentive. Additional Information For questions about the EDRP, contact the EDRP Coordinator at View email address on click.appcast.io . #J-18808-Ljbffr U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs