Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • West Point, NY

10d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Keller Army Community Hospital in West Point, New York, and is a Direct Hire Solicitation. The Clinical Psychologist provides mental health care to beneficiaries through assessment, outpatient treatment, consultation, and related interventions. The role includes rotating on-call coverage during normal business hours and after hours, including nights and weekends. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized, salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service, and student loan repayment may be authorized.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
• Current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice psychology independently from a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, a commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction.
• One year of specialized experience conducting biopsychosocial evaluations of mental health patients, developing intervention or treatment plans for individuals with mental health conditions, and conducting outpatient group and individual therapy sessions.
• The required specialized experience must be met through experience; education cannot substitute for it.
• Obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate and relevant clinical privileges.
• Complete a pre-employment drug screening and pre-placement medical examination.
• Meet background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements, including requirements related to recurring interaction with children and youth under age 18.
• Meet required immunization and screening requirements, including seasonal influenza vaccination and Hepatitis B immunization for direct patient contact, unless an applicable medical or religious exemption is documented.
• Be able to lift up to 15 pounds.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and group treatment using clinically indicated modalities, including brief problem-focused interventions, cognitive-mental therapy, and psychoeducational classes.
• Assess acute mental health and mental medicine conditions in beneficiaries presenting with such issues.
• Conduct outpatient group and individual therapy, stress management, relaxation training, assertive and social skills training, substance abuse identification, and other brief related interventions.
• Serve as an on-call provider on a rotating basis with other staff during normal business hours and after business hours, including nights and weekends.
• Provide psychological and clinical consultation to physicians and other professionals and paraprofessionals.

Benefits

• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

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