Social Worker Program Coordinator (Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program)

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.

Qualifications

• Must be a citizen of the United States.
• Must be proficient in spoken and written English.
• Must have a master's degree in social work from a CSWE-accredited school.
• Must be licensed or certified as an advanced practice social worker.
• Must meet current state requirements for social work licensure.

Experience

• One year of experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level.
• Experience must demonstrate advanced practice skills and judgment.
• Candidates may have certification or other post-master's degree training.
• Must be able to provide supervision for licensure.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Skill in coordinating and implementing specialty programs.
• Ability to collaborate with internal and external partners.
• Ability to provide full range of supervisory duties.
• Ability to oversee fiscal matters.
• Knowledge of organizational structure and its impact on program operations.

Physical Requirements

• Generally minor physical demands involving sitting - standing - walking - bending - stooping - climbing stairs - and carrying light items.
• Uses a computer and standard office equipment.
• Emotional demands can be stressful due to working with the Veteran/Patient population and their families/caregivers.

Program Overview

The Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (MH RRTP) at Tennessee Valley focuses on SUD and PTSD. It provides a comprehensive - evidence-based - patient-centered treatment program in a safe environment to help residents achieve and maintain independence.

Responsibilities

• Lead an interdisciplinary team including social workers - vocational rehabilitation specialists - addiction therapists - psychologists - peer specialists - clinical pharmacy practitioners - psychiatric nurses - nurse practitioners - and nurses.
• Direct, administer, and manage all aspects of the program.
• Determine program needs.
• Evaluate assigned program areas.
• Create a supportive work environment.
• Triage and assign referrals for services.
• Maintain therapeutic relationships and provide treatment.
• Implement ongoing program evaluation and outcome projects.

Qualifications for Program Manager

• Experience in leading multidisciplinary teams in a fast-paced setting.
• Experience treating SUD and/or PTSD in inpatient or outpatient settings.
• Experience with clinical consultation and creating evidence-based therapeutic practices.
• Experience with clinical practice guidelines.
• Experience with program planning - implementation - and management.
• Experience with program evaluation and outcome projects.