Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health Consultant)

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Virginia Beach, VA

19h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is with the Defense Health Agency-Atlantic Network at Naval Health Clinic Dam Neck. The Clinical Psychologist works as an independent professional, diagnosing mental health conditions and providing individual and group treatment. The role collaborates with a multidisciplinary team of providers and registered nurses to deliver evidence-based biopsychosocial assessment, treatment, prevention, and management of mental health problems and health conditions. It is a Direct Hire Solicitation.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
• One year of specialized experience conducting mental health assessments, providing individual and group treatment, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team; experience must be at the GS-12 level or equivalent.
• Current, active, valid, unrestricted clinical license to practice Psychology independently, issued by a U.S. state, the District of Columbia, commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction; a copy must be submitted with the application.
• Must obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access.
• Must obtain and maintain Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from or in accordance with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Must complete required background investigation and credit check; recurring interaction with children and youth under 18 entails initial background investigation and periodic re-verification requirements.
• Must meet seasonal influenza vaccination requirements, subject to documented medical or religious exemptions.
• Tuberculosis testing and immunization screening are required; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
• Applicants tentatively selected must submit to urinalysis for illegal drug use before appointment; the position is subject to pre-employment and random drug testing, including testing based on reasonable suspicion or involvement in an on-duty accident.
• May be required to work on call during irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, holidays, or varying schedules.
• Must provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• Must complete a one-year probationary period.
• Foreign education used to meet requirements must be evaluated and deemed equivalent to U.S. accredited education, or receive full credit from a U.S. accredited college or university.

Nice To Haves

• Recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Enhanced leave accrual may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Advanced in-hire may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Advanced certification such as ALS is noted, but does not replace the required BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Conduct biopsychosocial evaluations and propose mental health interventions.
• Provide evidence-based treatment using mental, cognitive, and motivational approaches.
• Give primary care providers and staff regular, concise updates on referred patients, including recommendations for team-based care.
• Implement psychoeducational classes targeting high-frequency diagnoses in the primary care clinic.
• Document patient-encounter information in the electronic health record.
• Work as part of a multidisciplinary team to provide assessment, treatment, prevention, and management of mental health problems and health conditions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific eligibility and 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