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. 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. Education: Have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was completed. The specialty area of the degree must be consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. For the purpose of meeting this requirement, the term "specialty area" refers to the specific specialty areas recognized by the accrediting body and not to specific job duties that might require special skills. Currently, APA accredits doctoral programs in the specialty areas of clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, or combinations of two or more of those areas. PCSAS accredits doctoral programs in psychological clinical science. CPA accredits doctoral programs in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, clinical neuropsychology, and school psychology. There are no job assignments in VHA that require the skills of a school psychologist; therefore, an applicant with a degree in the specialty area of school psychology is not eligible for appointment. Strictly for the purpose of determining eligibility for appointment as a psychologist in VHA, there is no distinction between the specialty areas (with the exception of school psychology). OR (2) Have a doctoral degree in any area of psychology and, in addition, successfully complete a re- specialization program (including documentation of an approved internship completed as part of the re- specialization program) meeting both of the following conditions: (a) The re-specialization program must be completed in an APA or a CPA accredited doctoral program; and, (b) the specialty in which the applicant is retrained must be consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. OR (3) Have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution, with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature.] AND (4) Internships (a) Have successfully completed a professional psychology internship training program that was accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed and that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. OR (4) Internships (a) Have successfully completed a professional psychology internship training program that was accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed and that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. OR, (b) New VHA psychology internship programs that are in the process of applying for APA accreditation are acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement, provided that such programs were sanctioned by the VHA Central Office Program Director for Psychology and the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations at the time that the individual was an intern OR, (d) Applicants who completed an internship that was not accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed may be considered eligible for hire only if they are currently 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. (NOTE: Once board certified, the employee is required to maintain board certification.) OR, (e) Applicants who have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally- accredited institution with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature may fulfill this internship requirement by having the equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience in a site specifically acceptable to the candidate's doctoral program. If the internship experience is not noted on the applicant's official transcript, the applicant must provide a statement from the doctoral program verifying that the equivalent of a one year supervised internship experience was completed in a site acceptable to the doctoral program. 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. May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria). Grade Determinations: Psychology Program Manager, GS-14 Experience. At least three years of experience as a professional psychologist, with at least one year equivalent to the GS-13 grade level. 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 representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view. 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. Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/. Physical Requirements: Physical aspects associated with work required of this assignment are typical for the occupation and would generally not require a pre-placement examination. Exceptions: A pre-placement examination is required for any occupation or assignment that requires the operation of a government-owned or -leased motor vehicle in order to properly carry out assigned duties. Examinations may also be required for any occupation or assignment that requires a pre-placement examination by virtue of another policy, regulation, or statute ["Duties VAPORHCS is a 206-bed Level-1a facility with two main divisions, providing primary, specialty, tertiary, emergency, and long-term care, including mental health and substance abuse services. The medical center serves as the quaternary referral center for Oregon, Southern Washington, and parts of Idaho for the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. This position is a Psychologist Program Manager at the Portland VA Healthcare System (VAPORHCS) who has supervisory oversight over the above noted program. Members of this program are located at the Portland campus. The incumbent will have administrative oversight and clinical supervision of the program. This position will also provide clinical care in addition to the administrative tasks. Psychology training (providing supervision for interns, practicum student and post-doctoral fellows as assigned) is also an important component of this position. II. Functions or Scope of Practice A. Essential Administrative (Supervisory) Responsibilities. 1. Has supervisory oversight of multidisciplinary teams (Acute Psychiatry Psychosocial Services) that may include psychologists, social workers, NPs, nurses, occupational therapists, and other health care professionals and trainees as assigned. 2. The incumbent serves as a Program Manager for all staff assigned to this program. The incumbent may also oversee other clinical programs as assigned. 3. Has 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 his/her supervision meet the requirements of the medical facility and of the profession. 4. Has broad responsibility/oversight for implementation of VHA Directive 1160.06, including ensuring compliance and leading change to ensure the APU is compliant with the Directive and associated SOPs. 5. Has broad responsibility for the day-to-day operations of mental health services within the Acute Psychiatry Inpatient Unit. Ensures efficient operation of the within program. 6. Instrumental in development of the care model, clinic set-up, standard operating procedures (SOPs), efficient operation of the program, and data collection. 7. Supervises timecard completion and approves leave. 8. Manages all HR matters related to program they oversee. Interacts with HR in all matters of hiring and disciplinary action. Responsible for recruiting and selecting staff within unit. 9. Responsible for compliance with all accreditation organizations, including Joint Commission and APA. 10. Responsibilities include supervision of staff, professional management, and administrative responsibilities that are complex in scope within the Mental Health Division. Consults with and serves as a resource for other professional staff concerning the need for the development of mental health services. Collaborates with research department. B. Academic/Teaching/Training 1. Has (or is eligible for) faculty appointment at Oregon Health & Science University. 2. Provides clinical supervision and training practicum students, interns and post-doctoral fellows in the area of Psychology. 3. Member of Psychology Service committees as assigned. 4. Provides leadership guidance and consultation to staff of units to which assigned. 5. Serves as a consultant to other medical center staff and trainees and assists in their formulation of the psychological characteristics and appropriate treatment expectations regarding their patients. 6. Provides education to clinical and non-clinical staff (within and outside of mental health), patients, and other stakeholders to increase awareness and knowledge of mental health and behavioral health problems and their treatment. C. Clinical Responsibilities The incumbent provides a full range of psychological services to Veterans on the Acute Psychiatry Unit, including individual and group psychotherapy, assessment, and consultation. III. Supervisory Controls: The program manager/supervisory psychologist has wide latitude to exercise independent judgment in managing the scope of operations for an interdisciplinary mental health team. He/she reports directly to the Clinical Director for the Mental Health Division, who assumes broad oversight. The Chief of Psychology Service acts as approving official for the psychologist, to ensure adherence to professional standards of the practice of psychology as well as fulfillment of responsibilities for training psychology interns. Work Schedule: 0800-1630 Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 0000 Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VHA.ELRSProgramSupport@va.gov , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized"]

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