Senior Social Worker

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.

Duties

VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional .Duties include, however, not limited to: Assist in the daily operation and administration of the Caregiver Support Program (CSP), ensuring compliance with local facility, VISN, and VA Central Office policies, initiatives, and program requirements. Collaborate with interdisciplinary CSP team members to provide comprehensive services that promote equitable access to care, resources, benefits, and support for Veterans and caregivers. Develop, coordinate, facilitate, and evaluate caregiver support groups, educational programs, and caregiver-focused training activities. Assess caregiver burden, stress, and support needs through direct contact with caregivers and Veterans and implement appropriate clinical interventions and treatment strategies. Provide individual and family-centered interventions addressing caregiver stress, emotional distress, psychiatric concerns, social needs, and caregiver wellness. Conduct home visits for Veterans and caregivers participating in the Program of Comprehensive Assistance for Family Caregivers (PCAFC) and complete required assessments and documentation. Respond to inquiries from the National Caregiver Support Line and other communication channels regarding caregiver services, eligibility, and resources. Advise and collaborate with interdisciplinary clinical teams regarding caregiver issues, support services, and care planning needs. Develop educational materials, resources, and training programs tailored to caregiver populations and specific Veteran care needs. Provide education and consultation to employees, Veterans, families, caregivers, and community stakeholders regarding caregiver support services and resources. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Veterans, caregivers, community partners, federal and state agencies, Veteran Service Organizations, and non-governmental organizations. Coordinate referrals to VA and community-based medical, mental health, social service, benefits, entitlement, and support programs. Facilitate referrals, consultations, and admissions to specialized VA programs, including Community Residential Care, Respite Care, Hospice, Home-Based Primary Care, Telehealth, Community Health Care Coordination, and Community Nursing Home programs. Serve as a resource and consultant to caregivers, Veterans, and families in navigating complex VA, governmental, and community systems. Act as a liaison between VA programs and community agencies to strengthen partnerships, improve system navigation, and coordinate services. Assist with the planning, coordination, promotion, and implementation of National Family Caregivers Month activities, including educational events, caregiver recognition programs, outreach activities, and awareness campaigns. Support program leadership in developing, maintaining, monitoring, and evaluating program performance measures and data collection systems. Collect, analyze, interpret, and report caregiver program data to local leadership, VISN leadership, and national program offices. Evaluate program effectiveness and outcomes and recommend process improvements and program enhancements based on data analysis and identified trends. Conduct outreach presentations and educational sessions for community agencies, military organizations, Veteran Service Organizations, and other stakeholder groups regarding VA caregiver benefits, programs, and services. Maintain knowledge of VA medical center programs, community resources, and national caregiver support initiatives. Collaborate with Patient Aligned Care Teams (PACT), mental health providers, geriatric care teams, and social work staff to address caregiver issues and provide caregiver-focused education and support. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as assigned in support of Veterans, caregivers, families, and organizational objectives. Work Schedule: : 8:00am - 4:30pm Monday - Friday Recruitment/Relocation Incentives (Sign-on Bonus): Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact Lakita Bush @ lakita.bush@va.gov,, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #:63617F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized PCS Appraised Value Offer (AVO): Not Authorized

Requirements

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical evaluation. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications and evaluation

Area of Consideration: Eligible applications will be reviewed and referred in the following order: 1. Current permanent VA employees of the facility. 2. All other VA employees. 3. Current permanent Federal employees of other agencies. 4. All other applicants IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position. It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment. Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

How to apply

All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 11/16/2026 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13106729. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Required documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes: License Long-form resume/Curriculum vitae (CV) The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc. Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (Schedule A) Disability Letter (VA) License Long-form resume/Curriculum vitae (CV) Other (1) PCS Orders Performance Appraisal Professional Certification Separation Notice (RIF) SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript

Additional information

Receiving Service Credit for Earning Annual (Vacation) Leave: Federal Employees earn annual leave at a rate (4, 6 or 8 hours per pay period) which is based on the number of years they have served as a Federal employee. Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior work experience or military service experience. This credited service can be used in determining the rate at which they earn annual leave. Such credit must be requested and approved prior to the appointment date and is not guaranteed. During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies. This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority. If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.