Clinical Psychologist (Drug Abuse Program Coordinator)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System • Ray Brook, NY

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Duties Performs duties consistent with the coordination of approved drug abuse programs, including Non-residential Drug Abuse Treatment, Drug Education, Residential Drug Abuse Treatment, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT). Exercises full professional responsibility for his/her findings, interpretations, decisions, recommendations and reports. The incumbent has professional autonomy in directing and supervising all clinical activities and staff in relation to the drug treatment of Bureau inmates, including: testing, test interpretation, clinical diagnosis, clinical staffing of inmates with staff and serving as the institution advocate for drug programs with all staff, including Executive staff. Responsible for the provision of highly-skilled drug abuse treatment protocols and supervision of all drug abuse treatment staff, is the expert on offender drug treatment and therefore serves as the drug program resource person to other psychologists, staff members, and operating officials. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staffs correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is Required.
• Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level.
• Experience in providing assessment and referral services for individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Experience in providing individual and/or group treatment to individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Experience in conducting psychosocial interviews and developing treatment plans for individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Experience in diagnosing substance use and mental health disorders.
• 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.
• Must electronically upload a copy of their license at the time they apply to the vacancy announcement, showing the expiration date.
• Must upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience.
• Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).
• All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Nice To Haves

• Applicants applying for this position MUST also possess the following Selective Factor. In the event that you do not possess the Selective Factor, you will be found ineligible for the position.

Responsibilities

• Performs duties consistent with the coordination of approved drug abuse programs, including Non-residential Drug Abuse Treatment, Drug Education, Residential Drug Abuse Treatment, and Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT).
• Exercises full professional responsibility for his/her findings, interpretations, decisions, recommendations and reports.
• Has professional autonomy in directing and supervising all clinical activities and staff in relation to the drug treatment of Bureau inmates, including: testing, test interpretation, clinical diagnosis, clinical staffing of inmates with staff and serving as the institution advocate for drug programs with all staff, including Executive staff.
• Responsible for the provision of highly-skilled drug abuse treatment protocols and supervision of all drug abuse treatment staff.
• Serves as the drug program resource person to other psychologists, staff members, and operating officials.
• Maintains security of the institution.

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.
• Eligibility 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree