Staff Psychologist

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Responsibilities This position is located in West Los Angeles (Brentwood), California. Duties include, but are not limited to: Providing assessments and treatments related to a variety of behavioral health problems, including tobacco use, sleep problems, weight management, chronic illness, treatment/medication adherence and adjustment issues or life stressors. Practicing using a wide variety of treatment modalities with an emphasis on Evidence Based Practices (EBPs) including, but not limited to CBT, CPT, PE, ACT, ICT, MI, CBTI, and/of Mindfulness. Complying with all computerized patient record system (CPRS) documentation procedures, including timeliness standards for documentation and proper patient check out procedures (e.g., entering diagnostic and procedure codes). Attending and participating in administrative and informational meetings held by the Clinical Service, Facility Service Line Director, and Facility Director. Functioning within multidisciplinary teams (psychiatry, social work, nursing, primary care professionals) and actively participating in treatment, teaching, supervision, and administrative functions as needed by the organization. Applying knowledge and/or experience working with a broad range of mental health disorders, including PTSD, anxiety-related disorders, mood-related disorders, substance use disorders and other mental health conditions in person and/or via clinical video teleheath (CVT). Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00a-4:30p Compressed/Flexible: May be authorized at Supervisory discretion. Telework: May be authorized at Supervisory discretion. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact for questions/assistance. Learn more Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). Complete all application requirements detailed in the

Created: 2025-11-20