VA
Psychologist (Program Manager)- Inpatient Mental Health
Veterans Health AdministrationBattle Creek, MI · full time · Management
$144,203 – $187,470
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved October 28, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
This position manages an inpatient mental health program within the VA system, overseeing clinical operations, staff supervision, and regulatory compliance while maintaining direct clinical responsibilities. It suits experienced psychologists ready to lead a multidisciplinary team and balance administrative oversight with therapeutic practice.
Our summary, not Veterans Health Administration’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- Doctoral degree in psychology from APA, PCSAS, or CPA accredited program (clinical, counseling, or clinical neuropsychology specialty)
- Current unrestricted license to practice psychology at doctoral level in U.S. state or territory
- Completed APA or CPA accredited professional psychology internship
- At least three years experience as a professional psychologist
- At least one year experience equivalent to GS-13 grade level
- Ability to organize work, set priorities, and meet multiple deadlines
- Knowledge and ability to utilize evidence-based practices and clinical guidelines
- Ability to manage and direct multidisciplinary staff
- U.S. citizenship or demonstrate inability to recruit qualified citizens
Nice to have
- Long-term care experience
- Board certification by American Board of Professional Psychology