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Psychology Program Manager

Silver Spring, Maryland
Salary
$162K–$211K/yr
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
10/17/2025

Job Description

Summary

Lead psychological programs as a GS-14 Psychology Program Manager, requiring a licensed doctorate-level psychologist with extensive experience.

Join our team as a Psychology Program Manager (GS-14) and lead impactful psychological services. This role requires a highly experienced and licensed psychologist to manage programs, guide staff, and ensure the delivery of high-quality mental health care.

  • *Key Responsibilities:**
  • Organize, prioritize, and delegate tasks to manage program operations effectively.
  • Lead and direct staff, fostering the utilization of evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines.
  • Translate strategic goals into actionable work plans and monitor performance standards.
  • Analyze operational challenges, developing and implementing solutions to enhance program efficiency.
  • Engage effectively with diverse individuals and groups, representing varied backgrounds and interests.
  • *Requirements:**
  • **U.S. Citizenship.**
  • **Education:** Doctoral degree in Clinical, Counseling, or Psychological Clinical Science from an APA, PCSAS, or CPA accredited program. (School Psychology degrees are not eligible.)
* *Alternative educational qualifications may be considered per VA standards.*
  • **Internship:** Successfully completed an APA or CPA accredited professional psychology internship, or an approved equivalent.
* *Board certification by the American Board of Professional Psychology (ABPP) may be an alternative for non-accredited internships.*
  • **Licensure:** Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a U.S. State, Territory, Commonwealth, or the District of Columbia.
  • **Experience:** At least three years as a professional psychologist, with a minimum of one year equivalent to the GS-13 grade level.
  • **Language:** Proficient in spoken and written English.
  • *Additional Information:**
  • Applicants nearing completion of educational or licensure requirements may be considered for tentative selection but must meet all criteria prior to hiring.
  • This position primarily involves management and oversight, with physical requirements that can be accommodated as needed.


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