PTSD Program Manager & Lead Psychologist, MHSL

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Tuskegee (AL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP eligibility

Relocation assistance not offered

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a psychologist to lead the PTSD clinical team within a federal healthcare setting. The role oversees program operations, ensures evidence-based care, and supervises clinical staff to deliver high-quality mental health services for Veterans.

The incumbent provides clinical leadership, coordinates with multidisciplinary teams, and contributes to policy and performance standards in a federally funded system. This is a full-time position based in Alabama.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology; APA/PCSAS/CPA accreditation required.
• Completion of APA/CPA accredited internship; internship alignment with assignment.
• Hold an unrestricted psychology license in the United States.
• Board certification or eligibility as described in the qualification standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the PTSD clinical team and provide program oversight.
• Supervise staff and oversee PTSD clinic operations.
• Ensure adherence to clinical practice standards and ethics.
• Manage budget, staffing, and strategic planning activities.

Skills

Organization & prioritization

Evidence-based practices

Leadership & supervision

Communication skills

Program management

Strategic planning

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology (APA/PCSAS/CPA)

APA/CPA accredited internship

Unrestricted state licensure

Board certification prerequisites

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a psychologist to lead the PTSD clinical team within a federal healthcare setting. The role oversees program operations, ensures evidence-based care, and supervises clinical staff to deliver high-quality mental health services for Veterans.

The incumbent provides clinical leadership, coordinates with multidisciplinary teams, and contributes to policy and performance standards in a federally funded system. This is a full-time position based in Alabama.