Psychology Program Manager (PCMHI)

Psychology Program Manager (PCMHI)

Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

Location(s): Bloomington, Indiana, Brownsburg, Indiana, Edinburgh, Indiana, Indianapolis, Indiana, Lafayette, Indiana, Terre Haute, Indiana

Salary Range: $131818 - $171363 Per Year

Job Summary: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

Major Duties:

• Description of Assigned Duties: This position is assigned to Primary Care Mental Health Integration (PCMHI), Veterans Health Indiana (VHI). The PCMHI position at this time is based at any VHI location that also provides Primary Care services but may need to provide services at other Veterans Health Indiana sites via video technology. The PCMHI team works in a fast-paced, primary care setting. The PCMHI psychologist functions as part of the interdisciplinary primary care team, serving Veterans, Primary Care Providers, and allied Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT) members. PCMHI provides services for a wide range of concerns, resolving problems within the primary care service context. PCMHI provides functional assessment and brief intervention, with the aim of population based, preventative care. Our aim is to see Veterans the same day they see a PCP, normalizing meeting with the team psychologist as a routine primary care service. The primary goals are assisting PACT team members with identification, treatment, and management of mental health and behavioral medicine conditions in the Veteran population. This position is designated as the PCMHI Program Manager. Duties and responsibilities in that role include, but are not limited to: Operation and management of key clinical, training, and administrative aspects of the PCMHI team Supervision of PCMHI staff Collaboration between professions within PCMHI (e.g., psychologist, social worker, psychiatrist, pharmacist, nurse, etc.) to ensure high fidelity to PCMHI models and high-quality care Collaboration with other services and clinics to ensure continuity of care across and outside of the mental health continuum of care Completion of administrative tasks in support of the PCMHI team and program (e.g., timecards, writing policy, creating grids/schedules, etc.) Consult management, both into and between PCMHI team Hiring, disciplinary actions, and position management of direct reports Collaboration with Psychiatry Service, Primary Care, and others to ensure VA's mission Oversight and administrative authority over all programming in the PCMHI Section, including staff, and participation in program development, implementation, and evaluation Maintaining compliance with PCMHI Checklist, to include determination of plan in cases where compliance is not met Providing consultation to other Psychiatry staff, as needed Representing the Medical Center at professional community group/events and committees, in conferences/meetings with higher ranking managers, supervisors, and staff from other disciplines or work units, and/or with representatives of local public interest groups, congressional district offices and employees of State and local governments Our PCMHI staff provide education to PACT members on behavioral health issues as well as consultation on tips for successful care management, even when there is no direct patient contact. Typical shifts will match the primary care clinic's hours (e.g., 0730-1600 or 0800-1630), though occasional extended hours may be required. When properly credentialed and licensed, the incumbent will operate independently in all areas, consulting with peers and supervisors when warranted. VA Careers - Psychologist: https://youtube.com/embed/77qHlLw9Xck Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Virtual: This is not a virtual position EDRP Authorized: Contact VISN10HREDRPSLRP@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

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. 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. Education: Must 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. Licensure: Candidates must 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). 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 (full performance) grade level. Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following. KSAs: Ability to organize work, set priorities, delegate tasks, and meet multiple deadlines Knowledge of and ability to utilize evidence based practices and clinical practice guidelines appropriately and ability to guide staff in using these tools Ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view Skill in managing and directing the work of others to accomplish program goals and objectives Ability to translate management goals and objectives into well-coordinated and controlled work operations Ability to establish and monitor production and performance priorities and standards 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: Walking, standing, bending, lifting, periods of sitting. VA Directive and Handbook 5019

How to Apply: All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/01/2025 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12828376. To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete the occupational questionnaire. Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package. NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-01