USAJOBS · 3 months ago
Staff Psychologist - PTSD Clinical Team (PCT)
Grand Junction, Colorado, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$92K/yr - $171K/yr
3+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Staff Psychologist for the PTSD Clinical Team (PCT) within the Veterans Health Administration. The role involves providing a full range of psycho-diagnostic services, therapeutic interventions, and collaborating on program monitors and outcome measurements for patients with PTSD and comorbidities.
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U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services including assessment and using the most appropriate psychotherapeutic techniques in providing quality care
Performs evaluations for the PCT clinic and accepts other assignments as necessary
Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions including; Individual, couples/family and group psychotherapy in the PCT and SUD Clinics using empirically supported approaches (e.g., Concurrent Treatment of PTSD and Substance Use Disorders Using Prolonged Exposure (COPE), PE, CPT, WET, CBT-I, Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), MI/ME, etc.)
Completes all clinical charting and documentation required by the Health System, as appropriate
Serves as a consultant to other Hospital staff and trainees as assigned to assist in their formulation of the psychological characteristics and appropriate treatment expectations regarding their patients
Provides didactic training regarding approaches for assessing and treating PTSD with comorbidities (e.g., Substance Use Disorders)
Collaborates in the establishment of program monitors and outcome measurements within the PCT clinic as assigned using a data-driven quality assurance processes as directed
Assists in refining program description documents, works with staff for constant Joint Commission readiness, and leads PCT program quality assurance monitoring procedures as assigned
Assists in the development of treatment protocols for patients with PTSD and other comorbidities (e.g., Substance Use Disorders)
Serves on Mental Health Service, Hospital, VISN, and/or National VA committees or task forces as assigned
Represents psychology on decision-making committees at the Hospital as assigned
Represents the Hospital at professional/program community group/events and committees as assigned
Qualification
Required
You 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
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Complete all application requirements detailed in the 'Required Documents' section of this announcement
United States Citizenship
English Language Proficiency
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
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
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
Preferred
VA experience
Evidence based treatment for PTSD/trauma central to position (e.g. Prolonged Exposure, Cognitive Processing Therapy, EMDR, Present-Centered Therapy, Written Exposure Therapy)
Benefits
The Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA
Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement)
Company
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