Social Worker Program Manager - Section Chief of Psychosocial Rehabilitation & Recovery Programs

$145,152 - $189,090/Yr

United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Aurora, CO

Part-time,Full-time - Senior

Onsite - Aurora, CO

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Section Chief of Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery Programs (SCPSR&R) for the Eastern Colorado Health Care System (ECHCS) is responsible for overseeing and supervising multiple programs within the Mental Health Service. This role involves managing a multidisciplinary team, ensuring compliance with VHA directives, and collaborating with various stakeholders to enhance the delivery of recovery-focused treatment for Veterans. The incumbent will also provide clinical supervision and maintain quality control across the programs.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and supervise multiple distinct programs within the ECHCS Mental Health Service.
• Assist the Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health Services in the overall operation of Mental Health Service.
• Ensure implementation of VHA Directives and Handbooks related to Psychosocial Rehabilitation and Recovery.
• Collaborate with the Evidence Based Practice program coordinator to integrate recovery-focused treatment elements.
• Monitor quality control issues and performance measures in collaboration with senior leadership.
• Oversee compliance with accreditation standards and mental health performance measures.
• Conduct regular meetings with the Associate Chief of Staff for Mental Health Services regarding program issues.
• Provide biopsychosocial assessments and diagnostic services for Veterans.
• Establish therapeutic relationships with Veterans and their families.
• Provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Have a master's degree in social work from an accredited school.
• Must be licensed or certified to independently practice social work at the master's degree level.
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills in large scale program coordination and administration.
• Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and develop solutions.
• Experience in managing and directing major specialty programs.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience working with Veterans with serious mental illness within the psychosocial rehabilitation and recovery model.
• Supervisory experience in clinical and business operations.
• Experience in community-based care and interdisciplinary teams.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed for federal careers.