Psychology Program Manager - Workplace Violence Prevention Program

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

The Workplace Violence Prevention Program (WVPP) Manager is responsible for the coordination and implementation of the WVPP at the CAVHS including the Disruptive Behavior Committee (DBC), the Employee Threat Assessment Team (ETAT), the Disruptive Behavior Reporting System (DBRS), Behavioral Health Code Team (BHCT; if BHCT is implemented at CAVHS), and the Workplace Behavioral Risk Assessment(WBRA) Duties of the Psychologist Program Manager include, but are not limited to: Supervises the Chair, Disruptive Behavior Committee (DBC). The DBC chair is appointed by Chief of Staff (COS) to lead a facility-based multidisciplinary DBC as required by VHA Directive 1160.08(1) Supervises the Chair, Employee Threat Assessment TEAM (ETAT). The ETAT chair is appointed by the Facility Director to lead a diverse and multidisciplinary team including representatives from the Local Bargaining unit, Executive Office, Human Resources, Behavioral Health Professionals, VA Police, Nursing Leadership, Safety Office, and Regional Counsel Serves as Team Leader for the completion of the annual Workplace Behavioral Risk Assessment (WBRA), a data- driven process that evaluates the unique constellation of factors that affect workplace safety Oversight of Prevention and Management of Disruptive Behavior (PMDB) program and ensure program is meeting identified training needs for CAVHS If implemented locally at CAVHS, the Program Manager provides oversight and program development of BHCT Maintain expertise in evidence-based, data-driven behavioral threat assessment and management practice Provides and organizes Safety Briefings for the facility, to include collaboration with high-risk areas of the medical center as identified by the Annual Workplace Behavioral Risk Assessment. Submit After Action Report to Executive Leadership and monitor progress on actions/goals Provides an annual report on implementing progress to the VISN and the National WVPP committees as requested Formulates, interprets, and implements policies and procedures pertaining to quality, workplace violence prevention in various settings across the hospital to assure that CAVHS is a safe and highly reliable organization Evaluates current program services in a systematic manner, including the collection, tabulation, and presentation of program statistics, trends, and outcome measures to adjust staffing levels or work procedures to meet the needs of the facility Responsible for complete, independent program and fiscal oversight Plans work to be accomplished by subordinates, sets and adjusts short-term priorities, and prepares schedules for completion of work Evaluates work performance of subordinates Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 7:30am-4:00pm (Subject to change based on the needs of the service) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 598-01554F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHALITSBU@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 evaluation. 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. Must be able to independently operate Government Vehicle. Must provide clean driving record report from the DMV during the pre-employment process. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1 or 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.