Caregiver Support Program Lead (Social Work)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

VA Maine Healthcare Systems in Augusta, ME, is seeking a Social Worker (Program Coordinator) to lead the Caregiver Support Program (CSP) within Geriatric and Extended Care. The role emphasizes developing education programs, coordinating across multiple clinical services, and supervising interprofessional teams to enhance caregiver support for Veterans.

The position requires an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, state licensure, and strong program coordination skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in social work from CSWE-accredited school.
• Licensed or certified to independently practice social work at master’s level.
• Proficient in spoken and written English per VA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Establishes and maintains CSP education program for Veterans, caregivers, staff.
• Develops CSP program direction, orientation, coaching, in-service training, and staff development.
• Outreach to Veterans and caregiver communities to benefit from CSP services.
• Direct supervision of interprofessional staff within CSP.
• Coordinates CSP program implementation across VA facilities and collaborating services.

Skills

Program coordination

Policy development

Organizational skills

Team collaboration

Budget management

Education

MSW from CSWE-accredited program

Tools

CPRS/ALPHA/VISTA

Job description

VA Maine Healthcare Systems in Augusta, ME, is seeking a Social Worker (Program Coordinator) to lead the Caregiver Support Program (CSP) within Geriatric and Extended Care. The role emphasizes developing education programs, coordinating across multiple clinical services, and supervising interprofessional teams to enhance caregiver support for Veterans.

The position requires an MSW from a CSWE-accredited program, state licensure, and strong program coordination skills.