Senior Social Worker (Grant and Per Diem Liaison)

Summary

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.

Major Duties

The Grant and Per Diem Liaison provides services and oversight of the Grant and Per Diem funded programs as defined in the grant and Per Diem rules, regulations, and directives including verification of veteran status and eligibility for participation in the Grant and Per Diem Program, Maintaining Admission and Discharge dates of participation for billing purposes. Provides information and analytical systems to evaluate and enhance the quality of services provided to patients in the Grant and Per Diem housing program. Develops, implements, and evaluates clinical guidelines and protocols to establish appropriate utilization of services. Complies with criminal conflict of interest laws and Executive Branch Standards to conduct to avoid conflicts of interest. Member of the NCHCS Homeless Team and provide other services, such as outreach when necessary.

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)

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.