Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Robins AFB, GA

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This Clinical Psychologist position is with the 78th Medical Group at Robins Air Force Base in Houston County, Georgia, near Warner Robins. It is a Direct Hire Solicitation. Incentives may be authorized. The psychologist provides behavioral health services in a primary care setting, including assessments, evidence-based treatment, psychoeducational classes, and coordination with primary care providers and staff. Applicants must have a doctoral degree directly related to clinical psychology, one year of specialized experience, and a current, active, valid, unrestricted license to practice psychology independently.

Requirements

• A doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
• At least one year of specialized experience conducting mental health assessments, providing individual and group treatment, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• 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.
• Must meet the experience qualification through experience alone; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Must be a U.S. citizen and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
• May be required to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• A Personnel Security Investigation and suitability or fitness determination may be required.
• A pre-placement medical examination may be required.
• Must complete pre-employment screening and participate in random drug urinalysis testing.
• Tuberculin testing is required; immunization screening may be required.
• Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact; proof of other immunizations may be required depending on the position.
• May be required to consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.

Responsibilities

• Document information in the electronic health record during patient encounters.
• Implement psychoeducational classes targeting high-frequency diagnoses found in the primary care clinic.
• Provide primary care providers and staff regular, concise feedback on the status of referred patients, including recommendations for team-based care.
• Provide evidence-based treatment, including behavioral, cognitive, and motivational approaches.
• Apply biopsychosocial evaluations to propose behavioral health interventions.

Benefits

• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Salary negotiation may be available to candidates new to Federal service.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Retention incentive may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Non-Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to applicable rules and agency determination.

What This Job Offers

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