DOJ Pathways Recent Graduate Program - Bureau of Prisons (Psychology Postdoctoral Trainee)
About The Position
As a member of an interdisciplinary team with at least two hours per week of supervision by a licensed, doctoral level psychologist, provides professional psychological services within his/her specialty area. Specific services might include, but are not limited to: diagnostics or assessments, therapy or treatment, research or program evaluation, and in-service training. Aids staff in formulating programs for inmates and/or staff. Conducts and/or aids in staff training and consults with staff at all levels regarding treatment, training, and research within his/her specialty area. Keeps abreast of new trends and techniques, develops and improves professional skills, and maintains contact with the academic and professional community. Assists in administrative functions of the department as they relate to his/her specialty area. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.
Requirements
- U.S. Citizenship is Required.
- See Special Conditions of Employment Section.
- Selective Service Requirement: http://www.sss.gov
- Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required.
- Applicants may have received this degree in either clinical or counseling psychology.
- Applicants currently enrolled in a Clinical Psychology Internship, may apply to this vacancy announcement within 9 months of completion. These applicants must provide a letter, signed by the Internship Program Coordinator, as proof of anticipated completion of the program within the next 9 months.
- Applicants currently enrolled in a PH.D. or equivalent program must be within 9 months of completing the required program. Applicants MUST submit a copy of their unofficial transcript documenting current enrollment in a Ph.D. program, AND upload an official letter from the Registrar office or Dean validating current enrollment and your program projected completion date.
- Failure to submit any of these required documents may result in loss of consideration for this position. Additionally, if selected, applicants must also provide an official transcript documenting completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent degree to the institution's Human Resource Office prior to entry on duty.
Responsibilities
- Provides professional psychological services within his/her specialty area.
- Provides diagnostics or assessments, therapy or treatment, research or program evaluation, and in-service training.
- Aids staff in formulating programs for inmates and/or staff.
- Conducts and/or aids in staff training and consults with staff at all levels regarding treatment, training, and research within his/her specialty area.
- Keeps abreast of new trends and techniques, develops and improves professional skills, and maintains contact with the academic and professional community.
- Assists in administrative functions of the department as they relate to his/her specialty area.
- Maintaining 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.
- Health and life insurance coverage for Federal employees depends on the type of appointment. Students hired under the Recent Graduates Program may be entitled to these benefits. If eligible, employees serving on temporary appointments will receive the same government contribution as full-time permanent employees. Temporary employees are not eligible for coverage under the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program.
- Participants hired under the Recent Graduates Program are generally ineligible for retirement coverage.
- Applicants hired under the Recent Graduates Program on appointments for 90 days or more are eligible to earn annual and sick leave. As provided in 5 U.S.C. 6303(b), employees whose appointments are limited to less than 90 days may be eligible for annual leave if they have previously served for a continuous period of 90 days under successive appointments.
- Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Industry
Justice, Public Order, and Safety Activities
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
