Senior Social Worker -Program Coordinator

Department of Veterans Affairs

The Miami VA Healthcare System (Bruce W. Carter VA Medical Center)Social Work Service is seeking an experienced and dynamic Senior Social Worker-Home Based Primary Care. Ideal applicants are those who want to contribute to the achievement of quality care standards, as well as the growth and development of a VA academic hospital program. You must be an excellent communicator and team player who is adaptable to the needs of a growing medical center.

• VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package. VHA Total Rewards. Pay: Competitive salary, annual performance bonus, regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 50-55 days of paid time off per year (26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year and possible 5 day paid absence for CME) Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)Licensure: 1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory CME: Possible $1,000 per year reimbursement (must be full-time with board certification) Malpractice: Free liability protection with tail coverage provided Contract: No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting The Social Worker (Program Coordinator) - Veteran Directed Care role combines clinical social work expertise with program management and coordination responsibilities. The position supports the Veteran Directed Care (VDC) program, which provides patient-centered, non-institutional long-term care options for Veterans in home and community settings Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Oversee the VDC program's administrative, technical, and budgetary functions, ensuring compliance with VA guidelines, standards, and performance measures Provide direct patient care when applicable; supervise and mentor clinical social work staff; ensure high-quality, equitable care for Veterans Work with healthcare teams, behavioral health professionals, and other stakeholders to integrate social work services into comprehensive Veteran care Manage individual and group cases, coordinate referrals to community and government agencies, and advocate for Veteran needs Supervise social service staff, provide coaching, and support professional development Develop and implement clinical program policies, procedures, and service standards Monitor program effectiveness, identify inefficiencies, and recommend improvements Ensure adherence to VA and community care standards; prepare and submit program reports to VA Central Office and VISN leadership Manage contracts with community agencies, including negotiation and compliance Build and maintain relationships with Veterans, caregivers, local/state/federal agencies, and non-governmental organizations Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm(Note: Work schedules are determined and approved by the supervisor. The incumbent may be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis based on facility/patient care needs).

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