PSYCHOLOGY PROGRAM MANAGER

Summary

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.

Summary

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.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
• Citizenship
• Be a citizen of the United States
• (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3 - section A - paragraph 3.g - this part.) Education: Please read details under education section
• Licensure
• Hold a full - current - and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State - Territory - or Commonwealth of the United States - or the District of Columbia
• (1) Exception
• Non-licensed applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements may be given a temporary appointment as a \"\"graduate psychologist\"\" at the GS-11 or GS-12 grade under the authority of 38 U.S.C.
• 7405 [(c)(2)(B)] for a period not to exceed two years from the date of employment on the condition that such a psychologist provide care only under the supervision of a psychologist who is licensed
• Failure to obtain licensure during that period is justification for termination of the temporary appointment
• (2) Loss of Credential
• A psychologist who fails to maintain the required licensure must be removed from the occupation - which may result in termination of employment
• At the discretion of the appointing official - an employee may be reassigned to another occupation if qualified and if a placement opportunity exists
• Board Certification and Loss of Credential (1) Board Certification
• Persons hired to psychology positions in the VHA who completed an internship that was not accredited at the time the program was completed must be board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed
• The board certificate must be current and the applicant must abide by the certifying body's requirement for continuing education
• (2) Loss of Credential
• Once board certified - psychologist must maintain a full - valid and unrestricted board certification to remain qualified for employment
• A psychologist who fails to maintain the required board certification must be removed from the occupation - which may result in termination of employment
• At the discretion of the appointing official - an employee may be reassigned to another occupation if qualified and if a placement opportunity exists
• Grandfathering Provision
• [All persons employed in VHA as a psychologist on the effective date of this qualification standard are considered to have met all qualification requirements for the title - series and grade held - including positive education (i.e. - degree and internship requirements) and licensure/certification that are part of the basic requirements of the occupation
• (1) Employees grandfathered under this provision for this revision may be reassigned - promoted up to and including the full performance (journey) level - or changed to lower grade within the occupation - but may not be promoted beyond the journey level or placed in supervisory or managerial positions or beyond the assignment currently held for those being grandfathered to assignments above FPL.] (2) Psychologists who are appointed on a temporary basis prior to the effective date of the qualification standard may not have their temporary appointment extended or be reappointed on a temporary or permanent basis until they fully meet the basic requirements of the standard
• (3) Psychologists initially grandfathered into this occupation who subsequently obtain additional education and/or licensure that meet all of the basic requirements of this qualification standard must maintain the required credentials as a condition of employment in the occupation
• NOTE: If psychologists who are grandfathered under this provision leave the occupation - the employee loses protected status and must meet the full VA qualification standard requirements in effect at the time of reentry to the occupation
• Physical Requirements
• See VA Directive and Handbook 5019
• English Language Proficiency
• Psychologists must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005 - Part II - Chapter 3 - section A - paragraph 3j
• Grade Determinations: Psychology Program Manager - GS-14 (a) Experience
• At least three years of experience as a professional psychologist - with at least one year equivalent to the GS-13 grade level
• (b) Demonstrated Knowledge - Skills - and Abilities
• In addition to the experience above - the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs: 1
• Ability to organize work - set priorities - delegate tasks - and meet multiple deadlines
• 2
• Knowledge of and ability to utilize evidence based practices and clinical practice guidelines appropriately and ability to guide staff in using these tools
• 3
• Ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups
• 4
• Skill in managing and directing the work of others to accomplish program goals and objectives
• 5
• Ability to translate management goals and objectives into well-coordinated and controlled work operations
• 6
• Ability to establish and monitor production and performance priorities and standards
• 7
• Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in sound operation of the program
• Preferred Experience: Experience coordinating and managing mindfulness program for healthcare facility Experience performing one or more of the following complementary and integrative healthcare modalities: biofeedback - clinical hypnosis - guided imagery - and/or meditation
• Experience working with VHA Pain management experience Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit
• The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-14
• The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-14 to GS-14.

Duties

• Will coordinate and manage the Mindfulness Institute Will serve as a SME for complementary and integrative healthcare modalities including biofeedback - clinical hypnosis - guided imagery - and/or meditation
• Will perform supervisory functions within the Whole Health Service
• The incumbent will serve as a Program Manager for all mental health clinicians and the administration team in Whole Health
• The incumbent may also supervise other clinical programs as assigned
• Will have full responsibility for the professional practice of all clinicians within incumbent' s area of responsibility - including services conducted by trainees - consultants - and para-professional staff - and ensuring that those under her supervision meet the requirements of the medical facility and of the profession
• Will have broad responsibility for the day-to-day operations of outpatient mental health services within the VAMC facility
• Will ensure efficient operation of the Whole Health and Mindfulness Institute teams
• Will be instrumental in development of the care model - clinic set-up - standard operating procedures (SOPs) - efficient operation of the program - and data collection
• Also will supervise timecard completion and approve leave
• will act as approving official for purchases
• Responsibilities include supervision of staff - professional management - and administrative responsibilities that are complex in scope within the Whole Health Division
• Will consult with and serve as a resource for other professional staff concerning the need for the development of mental health services - specifically mindfulness - biofeedback - and clinical hypnosis
• Will collaborate with research department - as appropriate
• Will interact with HR in all matters of hiring and disciplinary action
• Decisions are made exercising wide latitude and independent judgment
• The incumbent will report to the Clinical Director of the division - but will operate on a day-to-day basis in an independent manner - with full responsibility to keep leadership apprised of activities and any issues in need of close collaboration under her area of responsibility
• Will serve as subject matter expert for the VA Portland facility surrounding mindfulness - meditation - biofeedback - and clinical hypnosis - developing and delivering trainings - certifications - and guidance to qualified providers across the VA Portland staff
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday - exact hours are negotiable
• Compressed/Flexible: No Telework: No Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: 000000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact View email address on click.appcast.io - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
• Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized