Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Leavenworth, KS

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This Clinical Psychologist position is located at Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. The incumbent provides mental health services in a primary care setting, including biopsychosocial evaluation, evidence-based treatment, care coordination with primary care providers and staff, psychoeducational classes, and documentation in the electronic health record. The position is designated Mission Essential and Inclement Weather Essential; the incumbent must report during contingency operations, emergencies, and severe weather conditions as specified in the announcement. This is a direct-hire, open continuous announcement, and applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, and salary negotiation may be available to candidates new to Federal service.

Requirements

• 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, unrestricted clinical license to practice psychology independently from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction.
• Qualification must be based on experience; education cannot substitute for the required experience.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• Must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate clinical privileges.
• Must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• Must complete required security investigation and suitability or fitness determination.
• Must complete pre-placement and annual physical examinations and required immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, and other emergency situations, and make every attempt to report on time or remain on duty during severe weather.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial evaluations and propose mental health interventions.
• Provide evidence-based treatment using behavioral, cognitive, and motivational approaches.
• Provide primary care providers and staff with regular, concise feedback about referred patients, including recommendations for team-based care.
• Implement psychoeducational classes targeting high-frequency diagnoses in the primary care clinic.
• Document information from patient encounters in the electronic health record.

What This Job Offers

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