Psychology Technician

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Hunter AFB, GA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This Psychology Technician position is located at WINN Army Medical Center on Hunter Army Airfield, Georgia. It is a direct-hire solicitation; salary negotiation may be available for candidates new to Federal service. The position supports behavioral health services through clinic scheduling and records administration, patient support, basic clinical assessments, psychological testing, prevention and outreach, and care coordination under the supervision of credentialed providers.

The position is designated Mission Essential. The incumbent may be required to report to or remain at work during severe weather or other emergencies. On-call work during irregular hours may include evenings, weekends, holidays, or varying schedules. Appointment is subject to suitability screening and background investigation, pre-employment and annual physical examinations, and drug screening and testing. Required immunizations include annual seasonal influenza vaccination, subject to documented exemptions, and Hepatitis B for direct patient contact; other immunizations may also be required.

Requirements

• One year of specialized experience conducting behavioral health patient intake evaluations, educating or counseling behavioral health patients, and maintaining patient records; 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 position, such as psychology, human services, or counseling.
• A combination of qualifying education and experience may be used if it meets at least 100% of the requirements; transcripts must be attached when qualifying through education or a combination.
• Applicants must be U.S. citizens and provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• A suitability or fitness determination and background investigation are required.
• Pre-employment and annual physical examinations, pre-employment urinalysis, and random drug testing are required.
• Immunization screening is required. Seasonal influenza vaccination is required annually unless an approved medical or religious exemption is documented; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions with direct patient contact.
• Must report to or remain at work during severe weather or other emergencies as required by the Mission Essential designation.
• May be required to work on call during irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• A one-year probationary period is required.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and coordinate mental health appointments, verify patient eligibility, and manage daily clinic schedules using automated systems.
• Initiate, update, file, and maintain accurate and available mental health records.
• Provide crisis counseling in person and by phone, offer group support, and assist with case management under the supervision of credentialed providers.
• Conduct basic clinical assessments, including interviews, mental status examinations, and biopsychosocial histories; document findings and assist providers in identifying diagnoses.
• Administer, score, and process psychological tests according to standardized procedures and submit results for provider interpretation.
• Support prevention and outreach activities, including suicide prevention briefings, mental health education, and stress- or anger-management skill-building programs.
• Coordinate patient care with on-base and off-base agencies, assist with inpatient referrals, and help patients access resources using established procedures.
• Review records for clearance and deployment requirements, apply privacy policies, and consolidate program data for leadership review.

What This Job Offers

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