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Summary The Women Veteran's Program Manager (WVPM) is responsible for the administrative and clinical aspects of a major specialty treatment program: the Women Veterans Health Program (WVHP) for the Western North Carolina VA Health Care System. Responsibilities VA Careers - Social Work: https://youtube.com/embed/enRhz_ua_UU Functions or Scope of Assigned Duties include but are not limited to the following: The WVPM strategically plans and coordinates for quality care, evaluates delivery of care including timeliness, and coordinates outreach for Women Veteran services. WVPM administers information and analytical systems to evaluate and enhance the quality of services provided to Women Veterans.. The WVPM develops processes for orienting female patients to WNCVAHCS health care services and Veterans' benefits; identifies, collects and monitors reliable, current data on the care of Women Veterans to include workload statistics; monitors and ensures patient satisfaction among Women Veterans in all aspects of their health care. Develops and monitors gender, race and other specific quality indicators regarding health care delivery to, and disparities relevant to, Women Veterans; provides consultation and technical assistance to WNCVAHCS staff regarding Women Veterans' issues and serves as an advocate for Women Veterans and the WVHP staff who care for them. The WVPM coordinates the provision of comprehensive health care services to Women Veterans; plans for establishment of new specialty and primary programs and the expansion of existing programs as needed to meet the needs of Women Veterans currently seeking or receiving care within the WNCVAHCS and initiates efforts to educate Women Veterans in the community about our services and offer the opportunity for enrollment. Ensures equity of access, service and benefits to Women Veterans. Coordinates the provision of state-of-the-art preventive, diagnostic, treatment, consultation and referral services for Women Veterans within a comprehensive, healthcare facility. coordinates medical and/or surgical health care services and provision of mental health care, assesses the improved quality of clinical care; collects, develops, and analyzes data derived from these programs to assist in planning for Women Veterans services, and utilizes appropriate clinical indicators and monitoring activities to ensure the care provided is of the highest quality. The WVPM provides outreach to Women Veterans, transitioning active-duty personnel, and community service providers; collaborates with other agencies within and outside VA to evaluate and monitor implementation and completion of plans; collaborates with community agencies including Veteran Service Organizations to develop and implement programs and activities for Women Veterans; designs and manages promotional events and outreach activities through public speaking, health fairs, recognition ceremonies, Stand Downs, Town Halls, educational seminars, and focus groups where Women Veterans can provide input and feedback to program staff and facility management. The WVPM utilizes various available databases and software programs to monitor utilization rates and other related data; coordinates input from providers and works closely with various WNCVAHCS committees to ensure appropriate supplies and equipment are available; and utilizes specialized expertise, systems theory, and effective communication skills to promote a productive work environment and enhance interdisciplinary collaboration across internal and external programs. The WVPM supports Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) principles and regularly collaborates with Women's Health staff including, but not limited to, the Gynecologist, Women's Health Medical Director, Women's Health Coordinator, Mammography Coordinator, Maternity Care Coordinator and Dysplasia/ Pap Coordinator while also serving as Chair of the multidisciplinary Women Veterans Health Committee, meeting regularly to manage the care of Women Veterans and to identify and address areas of special concern for Women Veterans currently receiving care at the WNCVAHCS and the increasing number of those expected to do. Performs other duties as assigned. Work Schedule:0730 - 4:00pm M-F Telework: Ad-Hoc Telework Only Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Financial Disclosure Report: Not required 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. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See "Additional Information" below for details. Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Basic Requirements: United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy. Education. Have 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. A doctoral degree in social work may not be substituted for the master's degree in social work. Verification of the degree can be made by going to http://www.cswe.org/Accreditation to verify that the social work degree meets the accreditation standards for a masters of social work. Licensure. Persons hired or reassigned to social worker positions in the GS-0185 series in VHA must be licensed or certified by a state to independently practice social work at the master's degree level. Current state requirements may be found by going to http://vaww.va.gov/OHRM/T38Hybrid/. English Language Proficiency. Candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. § 7403(f). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: Social Worker-Program Manager GS-12 References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II Appendix G39, Social Worker Qualification Standard GS-185 Veterans Health Administration Physical Requirements: The position requires occasional, standing, crouching, carrying, stooping, kneeling, pushing and pulling less than 25 pounds. There may be frequent reaching and walking. As this is a sedentary position, it may require sitting for long periods. The incumbent will frequently communicate with staff and customers online, in person and through emails. Education IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on 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/. Additional Information 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 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. Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process. 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.