Service Chief of Mental Health (Psychologist Discipline)

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. The Chief of Mental Health Service serves as the VA Medical Facility Chief Mental Health Lead in accordance with VHA Directive and is the senior clinical and executive leader accountable for the full scope of mental health care delivered to Veterans across the facility and all its points of service, including Community-Based Outpatient Clinics (CBOCs). This position carries integrated responsibility for clinical quality, patient safety, access -including continuous after-hours and emergency coverage -workforce management, program development, and the stewardship of academic affiliate partnerships. The Chief of Mental Health reports directly to the Chief of Staff and serves on the Medical Executive Committee (ECMS). The position provides direct or matrix oversight of all mental health disciplines, programs, and staff- including psychiatry, psychology, social work, nursing, peer support, and associated mental health professions -regardless of specific organizational alignment within the facility. VA Careers - Psychologist: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. (core hours; after-hours coverage as required) EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #:13753F Permanent Change of Station (PCS):Not Authorized

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