Social Worker Program Coordinator (120 Day Detail)- Inpatient Mental Health

Citizenship - You must be a citizen of the United States English Language Proficiency - You must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f) Education and/or Experience Combination - You must possess 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.

Note: A doctoral degree in Social Work may NOT be substituted for the master's degree in Social Work. License or Certification* - You must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. Licensure Requirement: You must be licensed or certified at the advanced practice level, and must be able to provide supervision for licensure. Experience Requirement: You must possess one year of experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level.

Examples of specialized experience include, but are not limited to: Serving as the sole practitioner in a specialty program and typically provide direct patient care services in the program area; oversees the daily operation of the program, develop policies and procedures for program operation, and prepare reports and statistics; may be responsible for the program's budget, developing and monitoring staff compliance with practice, standards and guidelines on documentation, workload, data entry, ethical practice and service delivery; provides analysis and evaluation of clinical program data and computerized programs to identify system-wide trends and needs to enhance the quality of service.

Experience must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills and judgment, demonstrating progressively more professional competency. In addition to the experience above, you must demonstrate 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.

01Physical Requirements

Physical qualifications require the ability to stand, walk, bend, and move freely. Must be able to utilize good body mechanics in lifting or restraining patients. Must have good hearing, eyesight, and physical dexterity. Must be clean and neat in appearance. Must be emotionally stable and cooperative. Work is accomplished predominantly on the nursing unit and through escorting to various clinics or hospital areas.

The physical surroundings involve working with the acute and chronically physically and mentally ill patients, which may cause discomfort related to negative verbal and physical activities from these patients. Position also may require minimal travel into the community to meet with community agencies and partners who provide assistance and support to the facility and its Veterans.

This position also requires close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading; and repetitive motions of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers. Work involves regular and recurring exposure to infection and contagious diseases.

Infection Control Standard Precautions are required as safety precautions; such as hand hygiene, gloves, gowns or masks, which may be required for personal protective equipment and to promote a safe environment.

The incumbent will serve as the Inpatient Mental Health Program Coordinator, providing administrative and operational oversight for inpatient mental health services within a 45-bed program. Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with VA and accreditation standards, overseeing admissions, discharges, and transitions of care, monitoring program performance and outcomes, and promoting high-quality, recovery-oriented services for Veterans.

The selected employee will provide leadership and supervision for a multidisciplinary team, support workforce planning and staff development, manage resources and operational needs, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and lead quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient care and program effectiveness.

In addition to administrative responsibilities, the incumbent may provide clinical consultation, assessment, and therapeutic interventions; support training activities for social work and interdisciplinary trainees; and participate in program development efforts that strengthen service delivery, transitions of care, and Veteran satisfaction.

Key Areas of Focus Inpatient Mental Health program oversight and administration Staff supervision and multidisciplinary team leadership Quality assurance and performance improvement Admissions, discharges, and transitions of care Resource, budget, and operational management Accreditation and regulatory compliance Community and stakeholder collaboration Recovery-oriented, Veteran-centered care delivery Work Schedule: The standard work schedule is Mon-Fri 8:00-4:30pm, however due to the nature of the work there may be a requirement for nights and weekend availability in emergent situations.