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You don't owe the VA anything, so I wouldn't stress too much. If you're feeling magnanimous, you may want to let the know prior to intern ranking decisions in case that affects the mix that is taken (if you have multiple tracks or other issues with available supervisors for certain specialties). Other than that, welcome to the real world outside of the VA.
 
For what it's worth, I know people who've quit the VA and given notice the day of. I think as long as it's a few weeks you'll be okay. When I transferred, I didn't tell my previous management until I had my new job offer.
 
Agree that 2-3 months' notice is plenty. I personally would probably let my supervisor know as soon as I knew, but I also have a good relationship with him and would not except retribution.

I also agree that letting the trainer director know in advance, possibly before rank order lists are submitted (so they can pass the info along to applicants), would be nice. Not absolutely necessary, but nice. It would also allow them to plan ahead for your impending absence.
 
PsyDr said:
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Wow- wasn't expecting a DK reference from PsyDr!

As to the OP- Whereas you do not owe them anything beyond what the pay you to do, I'd agree with others that a lot depends on a) your relationship with your supervisors, and b) whether or not you'll need anything from them in the future. Those of us who have been in human services/health care management understand that people leave jobs for a variety of reasons. We also know how difficult it can be to fill positions, as well as cover for the inevitable gaps in services. In general, the more time you can give the better. Things will get weird as you get closer to the end date- no real getting around that. Fortunately, the real psychopath supervisors who would purposefully act with the goal of making you miserable are pretty rare. Just recognized that part of the job of a good supervisor is to look out for the long term interests of the employee and act in a manner that promotes longevity of employment. Once that need is taken of the table, supervisory behavior will naturally change/lessen as the focus shifts from you to others within the agency. I find if you don't take it personally, it just sort of "is" and thing gradually fade into the sunset with little problem or fanfare. Just come to work and do a good job until your end date, be mindful of those who aren't leaving.,and try to avoid any commenting on issues or agendas related to how thing will/should be after you leave. If you've done it right, somebody will organize a nice, if not awkward- "let's get together for drinks before you go" type of event.
 
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