Psychology Program Manager-Services for Outpatient Addiction Recovery
Duties
Located in the Mental Health Service at the George E. Whalen VA Salt Lake City Health Care System, UT. The duties and responsibilities involve broad program management of the Services for Outpatient Addiction Recovery (SOAR) Programs. Decisions made by the Psychologist Division Chief/Program Manager affect staff and other resources and are made while exercising wide latitude and independent judgment.
Possesses a broad administrative and program management and development responsibilities for the Services for Outpatient Addiction Recovery programs, which includes Intake Clinics, community care coordination for addiction treatment, Opioid Addiction Treatment Clinic, Tele-SOAR Clinic, and General and Intensive Outpatient treatment programs. This includes direct supervision of team supervisors.Ensures efficient operation of the organizational unit, professional management, and administrative responsibilities that are complex in scope and that constitute a significant portion of the Medical Center.Oversees first and second line authority/supervision and both technical and professional accountability for an interdisciplinary team consisting of a psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, RN's, peer support specialists, and other health care staff. This includes supervising team supervisors. Has responsibility for development of staff competencies and performance as well as promotion of working relationships and an effective treatment team environment. Interacts with Human Resources and facility leadership in all aspects of SOAR Program staff hiring, performance, and disciplinary action.Oversees line and staff authority for resource allocations within the program. Implements process improvements to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.Oversees treatment programming, staff development, and environment of care are managed at a level that meets or exceeds required accreditation standards, as well as local facility and VA Central Office expectations for service delivery.Oversees program performance and patient outcomes. To this end, implements and maintains a system of measurement to assess patient progress and treatment outcomes.Develops and maintains effective working partnerships with community providers, such as community-based residential treatment programs.Makes decisions while exercising wide latitude and independent judgment. Reports to the Associate Chief, Mental Health Service, but largely operates in an independent manner on a day-to-day basis, with full responsibility to keep the supervisor apprised of activities and any issues in need of close collaboration.Performs psychological and substance abuse assessments of patients seen in the SOAR Program.Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions, including: individual, group, and marital therapy, psychoeducation, and care coordination.Provides psychological consultation to non-psychologist team members on a wide variety of patient care issues.Holds faculty appointments in appropriate academic departments of local universities.Provides clinical supervision to Psychology Postdoctoral Fellows, Interns, and/or practicum students completing rotations in SOAR.Monitors the Psychology Training Program and serves as a member of the Training Committee.Monitors the training of medical students, medical and psychiatric residents, and Nursing students.Oversees the establishment of program monitors and outcome measures using data driven quality assurance processes.Ensures timely completion of all program evaluations and documents required by the Medical Center, VISN, and VACO, ensuring compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies and monitoring entities.Plans and oversees the completion of research projects designed to provide information regarding program planning and relevant treatment approaches.Presents outcome data and research results at VA and regional and national scientific or professional meetings.Prepares RFPs and grant proposals.Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pmTelework: Not Available.Virtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 55320-ORelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedEDRP Authorized: Contact SLCEDRP@VA.GOV or michael.campbell6@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn moreFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required
Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must be proficient in written and spoken English.You may be required to serve a probationary period.Subject to background/security investigation.Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.Must pass pre-employment physical examination.Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See Additional Information below for details. QualificationsBasic Requirements:United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.English Language Proficiency. Psychologists must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j.Drivers License. May be required to operate a Government Vehicle and transport Veterans. Must have a valid Drivers LicenseEducation.Have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was completed. The specialty area of the degree must be consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. For the purpose of meeting this requirement, the term specialty area refers to the specific specialty areas recognized by the accrediting body and not to specific job duties that might require special skills. Currently, APA accredits doctoral programs in the specialty areas of clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, or combinations of two or more of those areas. PCSAS accredits doctoral programs in psychological clinical science. CPA accredits doctoral programs in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, clinical neuropsychology, and school psychology. There are no job assignments in VHA that require the skills of a school psychologist; therefore, an applicant with a degree in the specialty area of school psychology is not eligible for appointment. Strictly for the purpose of determining eligibility for appointment as a psychologist in VHA, there is no distinction between the specialty areas (with the exception of school psychology).ORHave a doctoral degree in any area of psychology and, in addition, successfully complete a respecialization program (including documentation of an approved internship completed as part of the respecialization program) meeting both of the following conditions:
(a) The re-specialization program must be completed in an APA or a CPA accredited doctoral program; and,(b) the specialty in which the applicant is retrained must be consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed.NOTE: The applicant must provide an official transcript and/or certificate documenting the completion of the re-specialization program, which includes completion of an APA or CPA internship. Psychologists who have successfully completed a re-specialization program as described above and who were employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs prior to the implementation of this standard are considered to have fully met the educational requirements of these qualification standards.ORHave a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution, with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature.Internship.Have successfully completed a professional psychology internship training program that was accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed and that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed.ORNew VHA psychology internship programs that are in the process of applying for APA accreditation are acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement, provided that such programs were sanctioned by the VHA Central Office Program Director for Psychology and the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations at the time that the individual was an intern;ORVHA facilities that offered full-time, one-year pre-doctoral internships prior to PL 96-151 (pre- 1979) are considered to be acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement;ORApplicants who completed an internship that was not accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed may be considered eligible for hire only if they are currently board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. (NOTE: Once board certified, the employee is required to maintain board certification.)ORApplicants who have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally accredited institution with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature may fulfill this internship requirement by having the equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience in a site specifically acceptable to the candidate's doctoral program. If the internship experience is not noted on the applicant's official transcript, the applicant must provide a statement from the doctoral program verifying that the equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience was completed in a site acceptable to the doctoral program.License. Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia.NOTE: Board Certification. Persons hired to psychology positions in the VHA who completed an internship that was not accredited at the time the program was completed must be board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. The board certificate must be current and the applicant must abide by the certifying body's requirement for continuing education.Grade DeterminationsPsychology Program Manager, GS-14Experience. At least three years of experience as a professional psychologist, with at least one year equivalent to the GS-13 grade level.ANDDemonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
Ability to organize work, set priorities, delegate tasks, and meet multiple deadlines.Knowledge of and ability to utilize evidence based practices and clinical practice guidelines appropriately and ability to guide staff in using these tools.Ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view.Skill in managing and directing the work of others to accomplish program goals and objectives.Ability to translate management goals and objectives into well-coordinated and controlled work operations.Ability to establish and monitor production and performance priorities and standards.Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in sound operation of the program.Preferred
Experience: Supervisor Experience or other demonstrated leadership roles for one year.References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/103 FEBRUARY 7, 2018 PART II APPENDIX G18Physical Requirements: Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work, and/or may occasionally walk or drive to other settings. There may occasionally be some additional walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, such as, papers and books. The incumbent must be a mature, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, demonstrating cheerfulness, compassion, courtesy and concern.
EducationIMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: . If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: .
Additional informationThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Located in the Mental Health Service at the George E. Whalen VA Salt Lake City Health Care System, UT. The duties and responsibilities involve broad program management of the Services for Outpatient Addiction Recovery (SOAR) Programs. Decisions made by the Psychologist Division Chief/Program Manager affect staff and other resources and are made while exercising wide latitude and independent judgment.
Possesses a broad administrative and program management and development responsibilities for the Services for Outpatient Addiction Recovery programs, which includes Intake Clinics, community care coordination for addiction treatment, Opioid Addiction Treatment Clinic, Tele-SOAR Clinic, and General and Intensive Outpatient treatment programs. This includes direct supervision of team supervisors.Ensures efficient operation of the organizational unit, professional management, and administrative responsibilities that are complex in scope and that constitute a significant portion of the Medical Center.Oversees first and second line authority/supervision and both technical and professional accountability for an interdisciplinary team consisting of a psychiatrists, psychologists, licensed clinical social workers, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, RN's, peer support specialists, and other health care staff. This includes supervising team supervisors. Has responsibility for development of staff competencies and performance as well as promotion of working relationships and an effective treatment team environment. Interacts with Human Resources and facility leadership in all aspects of SOAR Program staff hiring, performance, and disciplinary action.Oversees line and staff authority for resource allocations within the program. Implements process improvements to maximize efficiency and cost-effectiveness.Oversees treatment programming, staff development, and environment of care are managed at a level that meets or exceeds required accreditation standards, as well as local facility and VA Central Office expectations for service delivery.Oversees program performance and patient outcomes. To this end, implements and maintains a system of measurement to assess patient progress and treatment outcomes.Develops and maintains effective working partnerships with community providers, such as community-based residential treatment programs.Makes decisions while exercising wide latitude and independent judgment. Reports to the Associate Chief, Mental Health Service, but largely operates in an independent manner on a day-to-day basis, with full responsibility to keep the supervisor apprised of activities and any issues in need of close collaboration.Performs psychological and substance abuse assessments of patients seen in the SOAR Program.Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions, including: individual, group, and marital therapy, psychoeducation, and care coordination.Provides psychological consultation to non-psychologist team members on a wide variety of patient care issues.Holds faculty appointments in appropriate academic departments of local universities.Provides clinical supervision to Psychology Postdoctoral Fellows, Interns, and/or practicum students completing rotations in SOAR.Monitors the Psychology Training Program and serves as a member of the Training Committee.Monitors the training of medical students, medical and psychiatric residents, and Nursing students.Oversees the establishment of program monitors and outcome measures using data driven quality assurance processes.Ensures timely completion of all program evaluations and documents required by the Medical Center, VISN, and VACO, ensuring compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies and monitoring entities.Plans and oversees the completion of research projects designed to provide information regarding program planning and relevant treatment approaches.Presents outcome data and research results at VA and regional and national scientific or professional meetings.Prepares RFPs and grant proposals.Work Schedule: Mon-Fri 8:00am-4:30pmTelework: Not Available.Virtual: This is not a virtual position.Functional Statement #: 55320-ORelocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not AuthorizedEDRP Authorized: Contact SLCEDRP@VA.GOV or michael.campbell6@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn moreFinancial Disclosure Report: Not required
Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must be proficient in written and spoken English.You may be required to serve a probationary period.Subject to background/security investigation.Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process.Must pass pre-employment physical examination.Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).Participation in the Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) vaccination program is a requirement for all Veterans Health Administration Health Care Personnel (HCP) - See Additional Information below for details. QualificationsBasic Requirements:United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.English Language Proficiency. Psychologists must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j.Drivers License. May be required to operate a Government Vehicle and transport Veterans. Must have a valid Drivers LicenseEducation.Have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was completed. The specialty area of the degree must be consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. For the purpose of meeting this requirement, the term specialty area refers to the specific specialty areas recognized by the accrediting body and not to specific job duties that might require special skills. Currently, APA accredits doctoral programs in the specialty areas of clinical psychology, counseling psychology, school psychology, or combinations of two or more of those areas. PCSAS accredits doctoral programs in psychological clinical science. CPA accredits doctoral programs in clinical psychology, counseling psychology, clinical neuropsychology, and school psychology. There are no job assignments in VHA that require the skills of a school psychologist; therefore, an applicant with a degree in the specialty area of school psychology is not eligible for appointment. Strictly for the purpose of determining eligibility for appointment as a psychologist in VHA, there is no distinction between the specialty areas (with the exception of school psychology).ORHave a doctoral degree in any area of psychology and, in addition, successfully complete a respecialization program (including documentation of an approved internship completed as part of the respecialization program) meeting both of the following conditions:
(a) The re-specialization program must be completed in an APA or a CPA accredited doctoral program; and,(b) the specialty in which the applicant is retrained must be consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed.NOTE: The applicant must provide an official transcript and/or certificate documenting the completion of the re-specialization program, which includes completion of an APA or CPA internship. Psychologists who have successfully completed a re-specialization program as described above and who were employed by the Department of Veterans Affairs prior to the implementation of this standard are considered to have fully met the educational requirements of these qualification standards.ORHave a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution, with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature.Internship.Have successfully completed a professional psychology internship training program that was accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed and that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed.ORNew VHA psychology internship programs that are in the process of applying for APA accreditation are acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement, provided that such programs were sanctioned by the VHA Central Office Program Director for Psychology and the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations at the time that the individual was an intern;ORVHA facilities that offered full-time, one-year pre-doctoral internships prior to PL 96-151 (pre- 1979) are considered to be acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement;ORApplicants who completed an internship that was not accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed may be considered eligible for hire only if they are currently board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. (NOTE: Once board certified, the employee is required to maintain board certification.)ORApplicants who have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally accredited institution with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature may fulfill this internship requirement by having the equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience in a site specifically acceptable to the candidate's doctoral program. If the internship experience is not noted on the applicant's official transcript, the applicant must provide a statement from the doctoral program verifying that the equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience was completed in a site acceptable to the doctoral program.License. Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia.NOTE: Board Certification. Persons hired to psychology positions in the VHA who completed an internship that was not accredited at the time the program was completed must be board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. The board certificate must be current and the applicant must abide by the certifying body's requirement for continuing education.Grade DeterminationsPsychology Program Manager, GS-14Experience. At least three years of experience as a professional psychologist, with at least one year equivalent to the GS-13 grade level.ANDDemonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities. In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
Ability to organize work, set priorities, delegate tasks, and meet multiple deadlines.Knowledge of and ability to utilize evidence based practices and clinical practice guidelines appropriately and ability to guide staff in using these tools.Ability to deal effectively with individuals or groups representing widely divergent backgrounds, interests, and points of view.Skill in managing and directing the work of others to accomplish program goals and objectives.Ability to translate management goals and objectives into well-coordinated and controlled work operations.Ability to establish and monitor production and performance priorities and standards.Ability to analyze organizational and operational problems and to develop and implement solutions that result in sound operation of the program.Preferred
Experience: Supervisor Experience or other demonstrated leadership roles for one year.References: VA HANDBOOK 5005/103 FEBRUARY 7, 2018 PART II APPENDIX G18Physical Requirements: Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work, and/or may occasionally walk or drive to other settings. There may occasionally be some additional walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items, such as, papers and books. The incumbent must be a mature, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, demonstrating cheerfulness, compassion, courtesy and concern.
EducationIMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: . If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: .
Additional informationThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.
This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.
Pursuant to VHA Directive 1193.01, VHA health care personnel (HCP) are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 subject to such accommodations as required by law (i.e., medical, religious or pregnancy). VHA HCPs do not include remote workers who only infrequently enter VHA locations. If selected, you will be required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination before your start date. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request a legally required accommodation from this requirement using the reasonable accommodation process.
If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement. Help
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.
It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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