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.

Duties

This is a full time administrative Mental Health Service (MHS) position. The incumbent supervises the following programs: Substance Use Disorders Treatment Program, Primary Care-Mental Health Integration, Healthcare for Homeless Veterans Program, Mental Health Access Consult Service, Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Unit, Suicide Prevention Program, and Mental Health Compensation and Pension. The incumbent is an Assistant Chief of Mental Health Service with full authority and responsibility for providing administrative support to the Chief. In that capacity the Assistant Chief assists with the overall planning, organizing, directing, and evaluation of MHS programs at Overton Brooks VAMC, and has delegated responsibility for those employees and functions assigned to MHS at the various Community Based Outpatient Clinics. The incumbent has full authority to act for the Chief in all delegated functions, and exercises full administrative authority for the Service in the absence of the Chief. The Assistant Chief has overall managerial responsibility for the seven (7) identified programs located in Mental Health Service Line: Substance Use Disorders Treatment Program Primary Care-Mental Health Integration Healthcare for Homeless Veterans Program Mental Health Access Consult Service Acute Psychiatric Inpatient Unit Suicide Prevention Program Mental Health Compensation and Pension Duties include, but are not limited to: Monitoring and providing care that is consistent with best practices and ensuring clinical operations run smoothly. Overview process for ensuring Mental Health meets performance measures/goals/and implantation of new clinical processes to include: Clinical Reminders Joint Commission Medication Monitoring All Clinical Performance Measures Requirements for Suicide Prevention Clinical Compliant Process Responses Clinical Justification for Veterans with Complex Care Treatment Requirements for Mental Health Uniform Services Package Assists with planning for growth of Mental Health Service. Improving strategic alliance with the community and other partnerships. Preparation of reports assigned by the Chief of Service, Chief of Staff, Medical Center Director, or by Central Office. Coordinates all inspection scheduling, reporting, and follow-up. Participate in staff recruitment, screening of applicants, and will assist the Chief with determining staff assignments. Develops, and provides a variety of staff development programs, education and training resources to a wide spectrum of staff at the Medical Center. These include in-service training, lectures, intra and extra-VA detail assignments, consultants, etc. Supports and contributes to all MHS programs within the Service and integrates MHS goals and programs with those of the Medical Center, VISN and CO. This involves reviewing existing programs for adequacy, initiating changes for improvement, or realigning Service priorities to remain within available resources. Provides administrative, clinical and technical supervision to MHS staff, as assigned by the Chief of MHS. Devotes at least 25% time towards the practice of patient care services, either as a direct clinical provider or through professional supervision of other clinical providers. During clinical time, the incumbent will: Diagnose and treat mental disorders using the most appropriate techniques in providing quality care. Perform assessments and evaluations for veterans with a variety of mental health disorders. Provide supervision, as appropriate, of trainees conducting direct clinical care. Be responsible for timely completion of all clinical charting and documentation required by the Medical Center as appropriate and outcome data as appropriate. Consult with medical center staff on a wide variety of patient care issues. Remain involved in program evaluation. Maintain full clinical privileges as a member of the Medical Staff. H. Abide by Medical Staff By-laws. Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8:00am- 4:30pm Telework: Available, 1-2 days per pay period Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 667-00363-F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive.Contact [email protected], the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized Financial Disclosure Report: Not required

Requirements

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. 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: Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a program approved by COAMFTE, Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a MFT program from a regionally accredited institution, OR, 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. 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: In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates. Marriage and Family Therapist Program Manager Leader, GS-14 Experience, Education, and Licensure. In addition to the basic requirements, completion of one year of progressively responsible assignments and experience at the GS-13 grade level which demonstrates knowledge, skills, and abilities that are directly related to the specific assignment. The MFT Program Manager must have graduated from a COAMFTE approved program OR have passed the AMFTRB examination. The MFT Program Manager must have at least 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. The MFT Program Manager must have an AAMFT Approved Supervisor credential. Demonstrated KSAs. In addition to meeting the KSAs for GS-14 grade level, the candidate must demonstrate all of the KSAs below: Advanced knowledge and skill in management/administration of multidisciplinary mental health programs at complex facilities and/or across multiple sites which includes supervision, consultation, negotiation, and monitoring. Demonstrated global knowledge of the practice of marriage and family therapy to develop, maintain, and oversee programs in all settings. Ability to provide consultation on policy implementation, qualification standards, counseling practice, and competency with medical center director, VISN, or national program managers that are consistent with organizational goals and objectives. Advanced knowledge of evidence-based practices and mental health practice guidelines in multiple professional areas, and the ability to use these resources to guide the program staff in providing appropriate treatment interventions. Ability to influence high level officials in adoption of, and conformance to, performance measures, monitors, and other policy guidelines. Preferred Experience: Program management and supervisory experience. References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/101 PART II APPENDIX G44 The full performance level of this vacancy is 14. Physical Requirements: Work is sedentary but also demands standing, walking, bending, twisting, and carrying light items.

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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address Overton Brooks VA Medical Center 510 East Stoner Avenue Shreveport, LA 71101 US
• Name: Heather Caudill
• Phone: (217) 597-0206
• Email: [email protected]