USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Clinical Psychologist (Psychology Treatment Program Coordinator)
Washington, District of Columbia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$142K/yr - $185K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to oversee specialized Psychology Treatment Programs within the Bureau of Prisons. The role involves initiating and monitoring clinical programs, conducting inmate interviews, and ensuring compliance with treatment protocols.
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No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
The principal function is that of a psychologist with regional oversight of Bureau of Prisons’(BOP) specialized Psychology Treatment Programs (PTP)
Responsible for the initiation of a PTP and for implementing and monitoring clinical progress and program compliance with BOP policies and the applicable 18 U.S.C. Criminal Code, e.g., Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act
Responsible for assisting with the implementation and organization of modified therapeutic communities (MTC), including the scheduling treatment activities, and the incorporation of the MTC critical elements into the overall program design
Conducts inmate interviews, reviews treatment plans, reviews progress reports and reviews treatment summaries to ensure they are consistent with the format and requirements of the BOP's PTP Manual and other PTP protocol
Responsible for overseeing the implementation, assessment and coordination of therapeutic programs and for reviewing and monitoring the PDS, BEMR and SENTRY data to determine program clinical and administrative integrity and compliance
Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis
Qualification
Required
Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level
Experience in analyzing information and providing recommendations in regards to the establishment or modification of local treatment program objectives
Experience with Cognitive Behavioral Treatment and the utilization of skill building, goal setting behavior management principles
Experience in reviewing and coordinating the development of policies, programs, and treatment protocols for Psychology programs within a clinical or correctional program setting
Experience in providing professional expertise as it relates to the theories, principles, practices and techniques of psychology and addiction treatment
Applicants must have at least 12 consecutive months of experience as a Psychology Treatment Programs Supervisor within a Residential Program that has been operating as a modified therapeutic community for 12 months
Applicants must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States (e.g., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia
Benefits
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.
Company
USAJOBS
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