Duties
Case Management 90%
-Provides bedside support to Navy and Coast Guard recovering service members (RSM) and their families through minimizing delays and gaps in treatment or services. Obtains permission from RSMs to gather and exchange necessary information about the RSMs, family members, and caregivers in accordance with Privacy Act and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations.
-Conducts initial assessment of service member and family to identify any non-medical issues.
-Works alongside agencies and service providers to facilitate case coordination and information sharing. Helps patient and family make informed decisions.
-Coordinates with member Parent Command and Casualty Assistance Calls Officers to arrange invitational travel orders for family members, assisting with travel claims.
-Consults and collaborates with multidisciplinary teams during initial treatment phase and continuing throughout the continuum of care.
-Ensures that the RSMs, family, and caregivers have access to all medical and non-medical services including rehabilitation, education, employment-related programs, and disability benefits.
-Initiates referrals to Department of Defense (DoD)/Federal, State, and local Governments and non-governmental organizations, intervening when necessary to ensure delivery of services.
-Assists with Navy personnel specific issues such as orders, pay, housing, fitness reports/evaluations, awards and promotions, etc.
-Provides information and referral services on all transitional and survivor assistance programs including VA benefits and entitlements, Social Security Administration (SSA) benefits and entitlements, Department of Labor (DOL) employment assistance, educational assistance, housing, relocation assistance, and coordination of family travel.
-Ensures seamless transition of Sailor/Coast Guardsmen and family from military treatment facility (MTF) to VA or civilian healthcare systems, providing support and assistance in anticipation of challenges.
-Provides information and referrals as necessary for the Sailor/Coast Guardsmen to make informed decisions regarding continuation on active duty. Documents uniformed member and family member information in program's electronic database of record and prepares required reports.
-Responds to inquiries and provides information, guidance and assistance with information release approval from the Chain of Command.
-Submits all required documentation on assigned cases via the program's system of record. Provides reports and updates on cases are required.
Program Support 10%
-Provides program briefs and participates in public awareness efforts to educate the fleet on NWW.
How to Apply
To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 10/27/2024 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
\To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12581775
It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.
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The Department of the Navy (DON) is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information, reprisal, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, or any other non-merit factor. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Applicants with disabilities who believe they may require reasonable accommodations should email their request to nsapplications@nhr-ma.com to ensure proper consideration is given. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.
Next steps
Using the required qualifications of the position, a standardized rating and ranking criteria of knowledge, skills, and abilities will be used to screen and assess each application.If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.Please notify us if your contact information changes after the closing date of the announcement. Also, note that if you provide an email address that is inaccurate or if your mailbox is full or blocked (e.g., Spam Blocker, etc.), you may not receive important communication that could affect your consideration for this position.