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Social Worker (Program Coordinator)
Veterans Affairs, Veterans Health Administration
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Cape Girardeau, United States
Location
Cape Girardeau
Posted
June 18, 2026
Commute
Local Area
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Job Description
Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Responsibilities Major Duties: Assessing the Veteran's understanding of his/her diagnosis and proposed treatment Helping the Veteran cope with the diagnosis of cancer and the many emotions that arise Educating/instructing veterans regarding self-relaxation and other coping strategies Assessing treatment options when factoring in work, family and the veteran's other obligations Interagency collaboration when Veteran's cancer care involves multiple VA and non-VA providers Providing education relate...