Description du poste
This position is eligible for Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply.
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The incumbent serves as GS-12 Program Coordinator in the Compensated Work Therapy/Transitional Residence Program at homes located within the community of North Chicago, IL. The Program Coordinator is responsible for all administrative and clinical duties of the program, providing treatment to Veterans who are homeless and/or diagnosed with mentalillness, substance use disorder, or comorbid conditions. Duties: Manage the Transitional Residence (TR) program budget, including fund control points, and ensure accurate tracking of expenditures. Prepare, review, and maintain required budget reports, financial documentation, and statistics for facility, VISN, and national use. Track program accounts, reconcile invoices, maintain balances, and ensure timely entry of financial transactions. Monitor, collect, and track Veteran program fees, coordinate payroll deductions, and ensure proper payment processes for residents working in the community. Purchase supplies and equipment for TR houses and maintain documentation in accordance with VA procurement procedures. Coordinate with fiscal, logistics, and contracting offices to ensure compliant procurement, proper fund control point usage, and adherence to federal acquisition requirements. Participate in contract development, monitor contract status, and ensure alignment with VA contracting standards and budget formulation processes. Generate work orders for repairs, safety issues, and facility maintenance for all TR properties. Coordinate environmental management needs such as carpet cleaning, pest control, garbage services, and resolution of general facility hazards. Conduct routine house inspections (minimum every two weeks) to ensure compliance with safety, cleanliness, and regulatory standards, including those from Joint Commission, SOARS, and CARF. Maintain readiness for internal and external inspections by ensuring houses and residents meet all environmental and safety standards. Participate in or support Environment of Care rounds, respond to deficiencies, develop corrective actions, and track their completion. Monitor the readiness of safety equipment such as AEDs and Narcan kits. Conduct chemical inventory to ensure Material Data Safety Sheets (MDS) are available and accurate. Support implementation of emergency procedures (fire, hazardous materials issues, outages) and coordinate corrective actions when safety concerns arise. Select, train, and mentor house managers for TR residences. Provide ongoing guidance to house managers regarding nightly bed checks, weekly cleaning rosters, emergency response, and resident accountability. Work closely with house managers to maintain consistent standards for safety, structure, cleanliness, and therapeutic environment. Maintain and submit required program statistics to national evaluation centers. Participate in monthly TR/CWT calls and represent the program in national or community settings as needed. Update policies, procedures, and operational guidelines as necessary to improve program efficiency and maintain compliance with evolving national standards. Program Administration and Case Coordination Oversee resident intake, orientation, tenancy agreements, conflict resolution, and ongoing resident monitoring. Administer residency processes, including rent collection, rent calculation, and property oversight. Community Collaboration Collaborate with community-based agencies, housing partners, and service providers to support resident