Required Application Materials
A single PDF or Word document containing a resume, letter of interest, and a list of the names and contact information for three (3) professional references is required to apply.
Important Instructions:
When prompted to upload your “resume”, upload your combined documents as one file.
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Please do not upload documents to “Cover Letter” or “References”.
If the required application materials were not uploaded at the “resume” prompt, please withdraw your application, and re-apply to upload your combined documents as one file.
Job Summary
The Senior Program Manager is responsible for ongoing management of the UTHSCT Child Psychiatry Access Network (CPAN) and the Perinatal Psychiatry Access Network (PeriPAN) under the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium. CPAN provides psychiatric and behavioral health consultation to pediatricians and primary care providers. PeriPAN provides psychiatric and behavioral health consultation to OBGYNs and all providers serving pregnant and postpartum women in the same region. Both programs serve a 25-county area. This position must build strong relationships with multiple providers across the region. Clinical experience is strongly preferred. This position reports directly to the Executive Director, Dept. of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at UTHSCT and works closely with other key faculty members and staff.
Major Responsibilities/Duties/Critical Tasks
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Manage the development, operationalization and ongoing administration of the Child Psychiatry Access Network, (CPAN), and Perinatal Psychiatry Access Network (PeriPAN).
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Responsible for developing expertise related to initiatives under the Texas Children’s Mental Health Care Consortium and can interpret, communicate, and coordinate the execution of the project plan as outlined.
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Working closely with the Program Manager, Outreach & Engagement to develop marketing materials and a communication plan for educating providers.
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Plan, coordinate, and develop required deliverable reports.
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Assure that all deliverables are comprehensive, meet project requirements, are professionally written, and accurately reflect the work performed. Submit deliverables on a timely basis.
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Monitor budgets and expenditures, and coordinate with program staff to identify financial needs and allocate available funds effectively.
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Organize project meetings and identify follow-up action items.
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Development and maintenance of collaborative relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including clinical and administrative staff.
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Coordinate project activities, including ongoing effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.
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Other duties as assigned.
Required Education/Experience
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Bachelor's degree in related field.
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Five (5) years’ experience with managing contract deliverables.
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May accept a combination of education and experience.
Preferred Education / Experience
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Graduate or professional degree in psychology, nursing or a related field preferred.
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Program management experience, 5 to 7 years of experience preferred.
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Education in psychology, nursing, social work or a related field.
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Database knowledge.
Accompanying Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies
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Demonstrated knowledge working with deadlines and under pressure and the ability to prioritize tasks.
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Established ability to work on several projects with overlapping deadlines.
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Exceptional project management skills.
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Excellent written and verbal communication.
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products (Word, Excel, etc.).
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Strong technical writing and communication skills required.
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Strong organizational skills required.
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Ability to adapt to new technologies and software systems quickly.
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Critical thinking and problem-solving skills to identify and resolve issues efficiently.
About The University of Texas at Tyler and UT Tyler Health Science Center
The University of Texas at Tyler is part of the prestigious University of Texas System that includes 14 institutions located throughout the state. Founded in 1971, UT Tyler today enrolls 10,000 students and consists of six colleges.
Designated an R2 research institution by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education, UT Tyler supports our surrounding region through innovation intended to uplift communities, spearhead sustainability initiatives, preserve ecosystems and support entrepreneurship. UT Tyler has the highest Carnegie classification in East Texas.
Providing exceptional patient care, comprehensive education and innovative research, The University of Texas at Tyler Health Science Center and UT Health East Texas combine to serve as the university medical center for Northeast Texas and beyond.
For more information, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/about.
Additional Information
The retirement plan for this position is Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS), subject to the position being at least 20 hours per week and at least 135 days in length.
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code Section 51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
For more information regarding benefits offered by UT Tyler, please visit https://www.uttyler.edu/offices/human-resources/employees/benefits.
Clinical Position Requirements
Clinical positions may be required to complete a pre-employment health screening, following a contingent job offer, to determine whether they possess the physical capabilities needed to safely fulfill the specific demands of the position. Additionally, clinical positions require compliance with the University’s Vaccine Preventable Disease Policy.
EEO Statement
The University of Texas at Tyler is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
