Dietitian -Employee Whole Health Coordinator
Company: usagov
Location: Sioux Falls
Posted on: May 29, 2023
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Job Description:
Summary
This position serves as an Employee Whole Health Coordinator at a
Sioux Falls VA Medical Center/Health Care System. The Employee
Whole Health Coordinator is responsible for developing, managing,
maintaining, planning, and administering health and well-being
opportunities for Medical Center/Health Care System and CBOC
employees.
This job is open to
Current federal employees of this agency. Clarification from the
agency
This is an INTERNAL ANNOUNCEMENT and is limited to current
permanent employees of the Sioux Falls VA Health Care System.
This position may be filled by different disciplines. Physical
Therapist should apply under announcement number
CBSY-11951652-23-GPA . Occupational Therapist apply under
CBSY-11951653-23-GPA. Social Worker apply under announcement number
CBSY-11951651-23-GPA. Recreation Therapist apply under
CBSY-11951655-23-GPA. Staff Nurse apply under
CBSY-11951656-23-JCS
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Duties
Employee Whole Health Program Development 50%
Establishes and chairs the Employee Whole Health Committee.
Assembles a diverse planning team of interdisciplinary health
professionals and representatives from various services within the
medical center including labor partners. Works with the committee
to develop a charter, goals and strategic plan for the Employee
Whole Health program, and ensures the plan is updated annually.
Represents Employee Whole Health on the Whole Health Committee to
ensure collaboration on wellness initiatives that may be beneficial
to both Veteran patients and employees when feasible.
Conducts needs assessment(s) of employees to determine program
needs and interests. Develops core program components based on
assessment results.
Collaborates with other services on the assessment of the health
needs of employees. Consults with specific services such as Safety,
Human Resources, Veterans Canteen Service and Occupational Health
to identify employees at highest risk for injury or illness
identifying strategies to help lessen the risk within these
groups.
Develops and delivers classes, seminars, workshops, etc. on various
Employee Whole Health topics including but not limited to
nutrition, physical activity, and mental health topics or works to
identify and collaborates with relevant subject matter experts.
Responsible for scheduling, approving instructors, selecting
classes and activities, and organizing events. Integrates concepts,
practices and tools that support the WH system of care. Utilizes
materials and resources available on the WH library.
Develops training materials for staff educational needs. Ensures
newly hired employees are trained and oriented to the Employee
Whole Health program and key activities as part of new employee
orientation (NEO).
Health Assessment and Coaching 20%
Implements use of available individual health assessments to
determine employee wellness strengths and opportunities (i.e.,
Personal Health Inventory (PHI), Healthy Living Assessment (HLA)),
and tracks employee improvement and goal attainment as
appropriate.
Consults with service chiefs and managers to maintain high program
visibility and advise them resolving program challenges. Serves as
the contact and coordinator for National and local employee whole
health opportunities to be offered to employees. Conduct program
evaluations and track outcomes to assess and improve program
effectiveness and make recommendations to facility leadership to
improve mission readiness and program delivery.
Creates a personalized health plan (PHP) with employees who desire
one by exploring the employees mission, aspiration and purpose
(MAP); creates goals and action plans with the employee based on
his/her MAP.
Models healthy behavior and provides support and encouragement to
employees as it relates to behavior change. Provides health
coaching to employees on an individual basis or in a group
setting.
Program Administration and Reporting 30%
Formulates, organizes, sets priorities, and implements a
well-balanced plan that ensures the success of the employee whole
health program. Coordinate a team to ensure effective delivery of
the program based on sound, evidence-based nutrition, exercise and
mental health principles. Facilitate employee and environment
assessment to encourage and support health and wellbeing at the
facility and CBOCs. Coordinate with services to ensure availability
of opportunities to meet program needs.
Promotes the Employee Whole Health program to all employees on all
shifts throughout the medical center and Community Based Outpatient
Clinics (CBOCs). Collaborates with the Employee Whole Health
Committee and Public Affairs to develop a communications and
marketing plan. Consults with service chiefs and managers to
maintain high program visibility and advises them on staff
involvement.
Writes proposals for annual funding opportunities as made available
by the national Employee Whole Health program office. Consults with
members of the Employee Whole Health Committee to determine funding
priorities and completes all application requirements in a timely
fashion. If funded, ensures funds are spent per guidelines and all
proposal requirements are met.
Maintains and updates local policies and procedures related to
Employee Whole Health.
Manages program budget and is the fund control point official for
the Employee Whole Health program. Works with Fiscal Service,
Compliance, Logistics, and approving officials to ensure proper
purchasing selection and procedures.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 7:30am-4pm
Telework: Ad-hoc
Virtual: This is not a virtual position.
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Basic Requirements:
Grade Determinations:
Dietitian (Facility Program Coordinator), GS-12.
Experience: One year of experience equivalent to the next lower
grade level (GS-11). Which is defined as: Delivering patient care
using the NCP (e.g., assessment, diagnosis, intervention,
monitoring and evaluation); Interpreting research to apply
evidence-based nutrition practices to improve patient outcomes;
Developing patient-centered goals; Analyzing data for performance
improvement studies; Collaborating with stakeholders. Complying
with various accrediting, regulatory and agency authorities.
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In addition to the
experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following
KSAs:
References: VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G20
Preferred Experience: Employee Wellness
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:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
Additional information
This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.
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 to fax a document you do
not have in electronic form, view the following link for
information regarding an Alternate Application.
The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health
System of care in each of the Medical Centers. This is an approach
to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of
their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest. As
an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will
operate in a model with three core elements, seeking to create a
personalized health plan for each Veteran. This is done in the
context of healing relationships and healing environments and a
connection back to the Veteran's community. This aligns with the
Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to Honor
America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that
improves their health and well-being.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY
NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application,
r--sum--, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified.
Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may
affect consideration for employment.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including
volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace
Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and
skills and can provide valuable training and experience that
translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment
reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process
to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or
during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge
regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with
making a final selection for a position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that
have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.
Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for
Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment
at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and
coaching and reintegration support for military service members.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn
more about federal benefits.
Review our benefits
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have
access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of
position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time,
temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the
following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure
you're eligible under their policies.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all
documents required for your application, such as a copy of your
transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former
Federal employees), etc.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to
be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the
attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting
institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in
this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may
affect the overall rating.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this
position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the
documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET)
on 05/31/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the
questionnaire click
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11951654.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS
account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status link and then select the more information link
for this position. The Details page will display the status of your
application, the documentation received and processed, and any
correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.
Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus
scan process. To return to an incomplete application, log into your
USA JOBS account and click Update Application in the vacancy
announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents
from your USA JOBS account or your application will be
incomplete.
Agency contact information
Glenda Abfalter
Phone
3202556480 X5201
Email
Glenda.Abfalter@va.gov
Address
Royal C Johnson Veterans Memorial Hospital 2501 West 22nd Street
Sioux Falls, SD 57105 US
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a
confirmation notification by email. After we receive application
packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy
announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure
qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the
review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and
applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred
applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly
by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants
receive a final notification once a selection decision has been
made.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging
into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications.
Information regarding your application status can be found in the
USAJobs Help Center.
NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a
condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of
Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). It is a requirement
that all HCP to receive annual seasonal influenza vaccination or
obtain an exemption for medical or religious reasons. Wearing a
face mask is required when an exemption to the influenza
vaccination has been granted. HCP in violation of this directive
may face disciplinary action up to and including removal from
federal service. HCP are individuals who, during the influenza
season, work in VHA locations or who come into contact with VA
patients or other HCP as part of their duties. VHA locations
include, but are not limited to, VA hospitals and associated
clinics, community living centers (CLCs), community-based
outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary units, Vet centers and
VA-leased medical facilities. HCP include all VA licensed and
unlicensed, clinical and administrative, remote and onsite, paid
and without compensation, full- and part-time employees,
intermittent employees, fee basis employees, VA contractors,
researchers, volunteers and health professions trainees (HPTs) who
are expected to perform any or all of their work at these
facilities. HPTs may be paid or unpaid and include residents,
interns, fellows and students. HCP also includes VHA personnel
providing home-based care to Veterans and drivers and other
personnel whose duties put them in contact with patients outside VA
medical facilities.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent.
Please read the following guidance.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all
documents required for your application, such as a copy of your
transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former
Federal employees), etc.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to
be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the
attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting
institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in
this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may
affect the overall rating.
How to Apply
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this
position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the
documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET)
on 05/31/2023 to receive consideration. To preview the
questionnaire click
https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11951654.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and
appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing
date.
To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS
account, https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login, select the
Application Status link and then select the more information link
for this position. The Details page will display the status of your
application, the documentation received and processed, and any
correspondence the agency has sent related to this application.
Your uploaded documents may take several hou...
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