Psychology Technician

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Fort Sam Houston, TX

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located at Brooke Army Medical Center at Fort Sam Houston, Texas. It supports mental health services by arranging appointments, providing crisis intervention and counseling, administering psychological tests, maintaining records, and coordinating care. The position works under the supervision of credentialed providers. It is a Direct Hire Solicitation and is designated Mission Essential, requiring the incumbent to report during contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather, or other emergencies.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience conducting behavioral health patient intake evaluations, providing counseling services, or tracking patient treatment and/or therapy goals; this experience is typical of work at the GS-06 level.
• Alternatively, one full year of graduate-level education in a field directly related to the work, such as Psychology.
• A combination of education and experience may qualify if the combined percentage of requirements is at least 100%.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• A background investigation and personnel security investigation are required; appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination.
• A pre-placement medical examination and immunization screening are required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions involving direct patient contact; other immunizations may also be required depending on the position.
• Selectees must consent to seasonal influenza vaccination or provide a recognized exemption.
• The position is subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing, including random drug urinalysis.
• Moderate to heavy lifting up to 40 pounds may be required.
• A one-year probationary period is required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Foreign education used to meet qualification requirements must be evaluated by an appropriate private organization or receive full credit from an accredited U.S. college or university.

Nice To Haves

• Psychology Technician Certification

Responsibilities

• Arrange and schedule mental health appointments and determine patient eligibility for services.
• Provide crisis intervention, group therapy, and administrative assistance with case management under the supervision of credentialed providers.
• Perform medical records clerical duties in support of mental health services.
• Provide in-person and telephone crisis counseling for patients requiring immediate services and referral.
• Administer psychological tests, including personality, intelligence, cognitive, achievement, and projective tests.
• Coordinate care with other agencies on base within the medical treatment facility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level