Social Worker (Program Coordinator)

Summary This position may be filled with a Psychologist OR Social Worker. Responsibilities VA Careers - Social Work: Major duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Administrative Responsibilities (80%) Program Coordinator The Program Coordinator (PC) oversees and ensures program compliance with VHA, JCAHO and other regulatory and accrediting standards, particularly ensuring that safety standards for IMH units are met and exceeded. The PC develops and monitors treatment program content to ensure that it is evidence-based and comprehensive enough to meet the biopsychological needs of all Veterans served by the program, regardless of age, gender, or warzone, then develops short- and long-range goals and plans for the programs and implements policies and procedures to ensure goal attainment. S/he will oversee the establishment of program monitors and outcome measurements within assigned program units using data-driven quality assurance processes. The PC will be responsible for managing the admission and discharge processes to ensure optimal patient flow and coordinated transitions between levels of care. The PC is responsible for resource and financial management, budget formulation and monitoring, assessing staffing levels and needs, space planning, and assessing equipment and technology needs to provide optimal service delivery to Veterans. Supervisory Responsibilities The PC provides direct or indirect (through subordinate supervision) administrative and professional supervision of subordinates. The IMH has a multidisciplinary staff of approximately 19 FTEE (made up of psychiatrists, psychologists, physician assistants, social workers, recreational therapists, and peer support specialist) that report directly to the PC as well as matrixed responsibility for nursing staff (RNs, LPNs, and NAs) and fractional FTEEs of chaplain, pharmacist, and dietician that work in IMH units. The incumbent should demonstrate skill in interpersonal relationships to facilitate cohesion and communication among the interdisciplinary team members, and mediate conflicts as they arise. The PC will be responsible for assessing qualification and abilities of current and prospective employees. The PC should demonstrate the ability to translate management goals and objectives into well-coordinated and controlled work operations and demonstrate skill in working collaboratively with other disciplines and supervisors. The PC has line and staff authority for resource allocation within the area of responsibility. The incumbent is under the direct supervision of the Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health and Chief of Staff. The incumbent is professionally competent and capable of planning and directing Inpatient Mental Health; therefore, supervision of the incumbent is normally limited to administrative matters with minimal technical supervision required. The incumbent's clinical practice and privileges are supervised by the Chief, Social Work Service. The incumbent is directed by local and national VA policy and may obtain consultation on professional matters from staff at the VA, VISN, and the Medical Center who will provide training, education, mentoring, and technical assistance. Clinical Responsibilities (20%) The PC should demonstrate knowledge of, and ability to appropriately utilize evidence-based practices and clinical-based guidelines, and the ability to guide staff in using these tools. The PC will provider a full range of mental health services, including the most appropriate psychotherapeutic techniques in providing quality care. He or she will perform consultations and evaluation in Veterans referred to IMH. The PC will provide a full range of therapeutic interventions including individual therapy, couples/family therapy, and group therapy. Preceptor Responsibilities The PC will oversee or be involved in the training of social work trainees, as well as trainees from other health professions, as appropriate. Other Responsibilities Organize work, set priorities, delegate tasks, and meet multiple deadlines Establish and monitor production and performance of priorities and standards Deal effectively with individuals or groups representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view Analyze organizational and operational problems and develop and implement solutions that result in sound operation of the program Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00am-4:30pm (Nights and/or Weekends may be required in emergent situations) Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. 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 (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. 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

Created: 2026-04-03