Staff Psychologist - Recruitment Incentive and Education Debt Reduction Program Authorized

$200,000 - $200,000/Yr

United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Big Spring, TX

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Big Spring, TX

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The position is for a Psychologist within the Veterans Health Administration (VHA), responsible for providing a full range of psycho-diagnostic services and evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions to a diverse patient population. The role includes both clinical and administrative duties, ensuring compliance with VHA policies and contributing to the overall effectiveness of the Behavioral Health Service.

Responsibilities

• Providing a full range of psycho-diagnostic services, including assessment and appropriate psychotherapeutic techniques.
• Performing evaluations for a wide array of patients with diverse diagnostic entities.
• Delivering evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions, including individual, family, and group therapy.
• Educating patients and their families about mental disorders and best practices.
• Conducting comprehensive assessments of mental health disorders using clinical interviews and psychological screeners.
• Delivering various VHA-approved Evidence Based Psychotherapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
• Utilizing telemental health modalities for patient care.
• Complying with all Behavioral Health Service documentation requirements and standards.
• Adhering to service policies and procedures established by Behavioral Health Leadership.
• Assisting in the selection, training, and supervision of lower-grade staff as needed.
• Participating in ongoing program evaluation and quality improvement projects.

Requirements

• United States Citizenship is required.
• Doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited program (APA, PCSAS, or CPA).
• Completion of a professional psychology internship accredited by APA or CPA.
• Full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a U.S. state or territory.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.

Nice-to-haves

• Board certification by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a relevant specialty area.
• Experience in conducting clinical research activities.

Benefits

• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) eligibility for student loan reimbursement.
• Competitive salary with regular increases.
• 37-50 days of annual paid time off including sick leave and federal holidays.
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 12 months of employment.
• Child Care Subsidy for eligible employees after 60 days of employment.
• Traditional federal pension and federal 401K with contributions by VA.
• Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, and life insurance options.