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Summary 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. Responsibilities This position is open only to VHA current and permanent employees. The New York Harbor VA has an opening for a Clinical Psychologist - Program Manager in the Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program. The position is based at the Brooklyn VAMC campus. Psychologist Program Managers have broad program management responsibilities for a specific program or programs that are designed to deliver specialized, complex, highly professional services that are important program components of the facility and that significantly impact the health care provided to Veterans. The Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (MH-RRTP) provides comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation services to Veterans with substance use disorders and other addictive behaviors. The programs take a whole health approach to address challenges these Veterans may experience, including medical concerns and social needs. The programs provide these services 24/7 in a structured, supportive, and comfortable residential environment. Responsibilities of the Program Manager include: Oversees MH-RRTP program development and establishment of residential rehabilitation program policies and procedures in compliance with VHA Handbook 1162 Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program. Utilizes a comprehensive range of clinical expertise and knowledge of therapeutic modalities in the design and implementation of psychosocial rehabilitative services to bring each resident to an optimal level of functional independence and health in preparation of successful reintegration into the community. Day to day operation and management of the MH-RRTP. First line supervision of MH-RRTP Mental Health staff, and second line (programmatic) supervision of all additional MH-RRTP staff Strategic planning to ensure the provision of high quality services to meet the needs of the Veterans being served and planning, and developing and implementing short- and long-term goals and objectives consistent with the program's strategic plan. Oversight of administrative and programmatic resources and deploy those resources in support of the program needs. Develop and implement programs, policies, and procedures to meet program goals, VHA policy and external accreditation requirements, and monitor outcomes using data-driven quality assurance processes, and implement strategies for improvement based on data analysis. Serves as a liaison for the MH-RRTP with the VA Medical Center, VISN, and VACO. Consults with and serves as a resource for other professional staff and community resources concerning matters pertaining to residential rehabilitation treatment. Clinical supervision of unlicensed/paraprofessional staff. Provides individual/group therapeutic contact as needed within the MH-RRTP Compliance with standards and regulations of the Joint Commission and the Commission of Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm Telework: Ad-hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 49235F Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification 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