Clinical Psychologist-Behavioral Health Consultant GS-0180-13

Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA•Millington, TN

28d

About The Position

This position is located at the Naval Branch Health Clinic Memphis, Dir of Behavioral Health, Mental Health. This position is as a Behavioral Health Consultant (BHC). As such, the employee will be physically located within the Primary Care clinic and serve as a consultant to the Primary Care team. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Clinical Psychologist-Behavioral Health Consultant to join our Health Psychology Services Team as a full-time, integrated team member. You will be at the forefront of patient care, using the innovative Primary Care Behavioral Health (PCBH) model to make a direct impact every day.

Requirements

US Citizenship required
Must have practiced as a licensed independent practioner within the past two years
Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
A current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Psychology independently from a U.S. State, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction is required.
Candidates will have completed an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited doctoral graduate program and an APA accredited predoctoral internship.

Responsibilities

Direct Patient Care- Provide targeted, evidence-based assessments and interventions in brief 30-minute appointments for a wide range of behavioral, chronic medical, and health conditions.
Team Collaboration-Act as a core member of the Primary Care team. Participate in daily huddles, facilitate "warm handoffs" from providers, and offer expert consultation on patient care.
Program Development- Develop, teach, and oversee health education classes for patients. Provide training to primary care staff to enhance the integration of behavioral health services.
Clinical Excellence-Utilize a stepped-care approach to maximize patient access. Monitor treatment effectiveness with measurable outcomes and ensure timely, concise documentation.