The Substance Use Disorder Program Manager (PM) works in the Mental Health Services(MHS), within the Mental Health Residential Treatment Program (MHRRTP) and Outpatient Addiction Treatment Programs. The incumbent is responsible for overall operations and supervision of the Substance Use Disorder Program. This involves the direct supervision of all staff assigned to the section.

Duties

Relocation Incentive May Be Authorized The SUD PM applies advanced clinical methods and evidenced-based intervention strategies to a full range of patient problems in his/her work setting. He/she has advanced knowledge of mental health diagnosis, intervention, and behavioral health that qualifies him/her to provide advice and consultation to SUD professionals representing a variety of disciplines. Duties will include: Ability to provide quality evidence based patient care and supervision of all SUD services to include the provision of direct patient care, consultation services on difficult or complex cases, and education of staff. Planning and directing the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Program coverage and assigning staff according to program needs and individual staff capability. SUD PM ensures Evidence Based Therapy and Measurement Based Care are fully implemented and utilized. Ensures that essential clinical functions are coordinated and provided. Supervising and evaluating the work of the employees assigned to the SUD Section. This includes completion of annual performance evaluations, recommendations for awards, approving leave usage, and taking disciplinary action when indicated. In concert with VA policies/procedures and the Uniform Mental Health Handbook, the SUD PM will work with other Mental Health staff to develop policy and procedures for the daily functioning within the clinic and the MHRRTP. Providing administrative input into the development and planning of the service as a whole, keeping the ACOS-MH appraised of changes/needs. Actively implements LEAN principles, supports quality improvement projects and promotes a culture of continuous quality improvement. Incumbent is also responsible for program development and monitoring performance metrics to ensure care provided is effective. Maintaining records, statistics, audits, quality assurance, and narrative reports as assigned. The incumbent is responsible for overseeing the accuracy of information provided by staff. Assuming committee and special assignments necessary for the operation of SUD. Providing clinical consultation and direction for the non-routine, non-typical case or problem situation. Maintaining positive working relationships with other units in the Service and throughout the Alaska VA Healthcare System (AVAHS). Holding regular administrative in-service meetings with assigned staff. Assist with clinical supervision of unlicensed MFT staff. Developing and maintaining good working relationships with key community agencies and resource persons. Providing direct clinical services. Incumbent is engaged in evaluating the needs of patients and families and problem solving in regard to a broad range of physical, social, and economic needs. The SUD PM is available to consult with staff on the more complex situations related to substances abuse and dually diagnosed patients. Making recommendations for professional development of assigned staff. Participates in recruiting qualified Psychologists, and other professional staff as required. This may include but is not limited to: psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers, and nurse practitioners, or nursing staff. Participates in interviewing, selection, orientation of selected or assigned staff. Develops position descriptions or functional statements, performance standards and competency assessments for all assigned staff. Completes performance appraisals. Monitors productivity standards and data of assigned staff. Re-deploys or recommends use of staff based on patient need, productivity, and workload. Provides education and consultation to VA staff, Veterans and their families, and staff of non-VA organizations regarding practice standards, the range of service provided by S&BHS staff, and professional roles and responsibilities (example, reporting abuse and neglect). Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM Telework: Yes, Ad-Hoc Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: May be authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. 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: MFTs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, paragraph 3j. Education: Candidates must meet one of the following: (1) Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a program approved by COAMFTE, (2) Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a MFT program from a regionally accredited institution, OR, (3) Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in a comparable mental health degree (Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor, Social Work, Psychiatric Nursing, Psychology, and Psychiatry) that meets the current VA qualification standard of that profession. Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to MFT positions in the GS-0182 series in VHA must hold a full, current, and unrestricted MFT license to independently practice marriage and family therapy in a State. Loss of Licensure: Once licensed, MFTs must maintain a full, current and unrestricted license to remain qualified for employment. Loss of licensure will result in removal from the GS-0182 MFT series and may result in termination of employment. 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: GS-13 Marriage and Family Therapist (Program Manager) Experience, Education, and Licensure: In addition to the basic requirements, completion of one year of progressively responsible assignments and experience equivalent to that equivalent to the GS-12 grade level which demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities that are directly related to the specific assignment. MFT Program Manager must have graduated from a COAMFTE approved program OR have passed the AMFTRB examination. MFT Program Manager must have five years of post- licensed clinical experience in family systems theory/therapy and must demonstrate possession of advanced practice skills and judgment, demonstrating progressive professional competency and expertise. MFT Program Manager must have an AAMFT Approved Supervisor credential. Demonstrated KSAs. In addition to meeting the KSAs for GS-13 grade level, the candidate must demonstrate all of the KSAs below: Skill in assessing qualifications and abilities of current and prospective employees to include staff performance evaluation and may include evaluations of lower level assignments and support staff. Ability to facilitate professional development of other MFTs across programs/or locations (i.e. CBOC, outpatient clinics, etc.) and guide them in current practice guidelines. Ability to collaborate with leaders of other disciplines within facilities, the community, VISN, and VACO. Skill in managing and directing the work of others to accomplish program goals and objectives, reporting requirements and the ability to devise ways to adapt work operations to new and changing programs, staffing and budget requirements. This includes knowledge of VA policy and procedures as well as fair, principled and decisive leadership practices. Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in sound operation of the program. Ability to clinically supervise in areas related to the provision of marital and family therapy services to accomplish organizational goals and objectives. Preferred Experience: At least one year experience in a leadership role, and one year experience working in Substance Use Disorder. References: VHA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G44, Qualifications for Marriage and Family Therapists The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-13. Physical Requirements: light lifting (under 15 lbs), near and far vision correctable, both eyes required, emotional/mental stability, dry atmospheric conditions, working closely with others, working alone, ability to use computer and mouse.

Education

IMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Anchorage VA Medical Center 1201 North Muldoon Road Anchorage, AK 99504 US
• Name: Michelle Yahne
• Phone: 503-220-8262 X53055
• Email: [email protected]