Social Worker (Program Coordinator)

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: Assessing the Veteran's understanding of his/her diagnosis and proposed treatment Helping the Veteran cope with the diagnosis of cancer and the many emotions that arise Educating/instructing veterans regarding self-relaxation and other coping strategies Assessing treatment options when factoring in work, family and the veteran's other obligations Interagency collaboration when Veteran's cancer care involves multiple VA and non-VA providers Providing education related to possible special rules when applying for VA, Social Security or other disability benefits within the context of a serious cancer diagnosis with a life-limiting prognosis Providing referrals and linkage to community agencies with specialized benefits Counseling individuals, couples and families or referrals to specialized mental health providers Linkages to appropriate cancer support groups and educational programs Facilitating communication between the treatment team, Veteran and family, including advocacy Facilitating family discussion about illness, healthcare and life changes End of life planning/preference of care with the use of Advance Directives Discharge planning; inpatient and outpatient placement into residential care facilities, skilled nursing facilities and adult day health care programs as appropriate Addressing the impact of cancer on life issues such as intimacy, body image, living as a survivor with the uncertainty of remission, etc. Providing education or referrals for required transportation to/from cancer care treatment at the VA or community programs Determining appropriate assistive devices and home care to improve/secure ambulation and continued home safety Advocating for home health or hospice care when requested by the Veteran. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 0700-1730 Bargaining Unit: Yes EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact visn15edrp@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Telework: AdHoc Virtual: This is NOT a virtual position. Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional

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 examination. 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.