Psychology Program Manager

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program, 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.

VA Careers - Psychologist: https://youtube.com/embed/77qHlLw9Xck Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Assigned Duties include but are not limited to oversight of a Toledo Community Based Outpatient Clinic Behavioral Health Interprofessional Program Team.Program Management Responsibilities: Has broad program management responsibilities, which include the operation and management of key clinical, training, or administrative activities. Has technical and administrative supervision of the program staff including several Title 5, Title 38 and/or Hybrid Title 38, positions. Provides clinical supervision (as appropriate), guidance and consultation for staff and trainees. Responsibilities include implementation of programs and procedures; oversight of administrative and programmatic resources. Further, responsibilities include monitoring of outcomes using a data-driven quality assurance process for a program that delivers specialized, complex, highly professional services that are important components of the VA Ann Arbor Healthcare System, and significantly affect the health care provided to veterans. The Program Manager is responsible for the continuous evaluation of outcome monitors, measurements, and improvements in all phases of substance use disorder treatment and quality improvement initiatives. Oversees development of new treatment protocols for patients. Has direct responsibility for all aspects of psychological services in the program, including those conducted by trainees and staff. Consults with and serves as a resource for other professional personnel concerning the need for and development of psychological services. Responsible for implementation of all directives, and completion of all action items assigned in a timely manner. Teaching Responsibilities: Provides didactic lectures as assigned and qualified across training programs. Provides workshops/seminars and consultation as assigned and qualified. Research: May conduct research and present outcome data and research results at VA and regional or national scientific or professional meetings. May participate in manuscript preparation based upon VA data that supports the delivery of quality care for Veterans. Assists trainees with preparation of research projects relevant to Veteran care. Clinical Responsibilities: Evaluates and diagnoses mental disorders, conduct psychological, neuro-psychological and/or brief/basic psychological assessments within their areas of competence and consistent with clinical privileges. Treats mental health, substance use disorders, behavioral concerns, physical health, psychosocial problems, and other psychiatric comorbidities with evidence-based treatment approaches within their areas of competence and consistent with clinical privileges. Completes all clinical charting and documentation required by the Healthcare system, as appropriate within established timeliness guidelines and consistent with quality and accreditation standards. Provides clinical supervision, guidance, and consultation for staff and trainees as assigned. Consults with and serves as a resource for other professional personnel concerning psychological services. Work Schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, Monday through Friday Telework: Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 94111-0 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the "Required Documents" section of this announcement. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.