Staff Psychologist (MHRRTP)

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 Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional The Orlando VA Healthcare System would like to add another Staff Psychologist - Mental Health Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program (MHRRTP) to the team. The selectee will provide a full range of clinical services. The selected Psychologist will be a member is a multidisciplinary team that provides a full range of services for Veterans experiencing problems with homelessness, mental health diagnoses, psychosocial challenges, and/or substance use disorders. The MHRRTP Psychologist conducts assessments of personality and cognitive functioning to help inform the development of treatment plan and support Veteran's recovery and well-being. The selected Psychologist will practice on an interdisciplinary team, providing crisis interventions, evidenced-based psychotherapies, and measurement-based care. Some of the duties include, but are not limited to; Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services for the purpose of diagnostic clarification and treatment planning recommendations. Provides a full range of psychological therapeutic interventions for MHRRTP residents utilizing empirically supported modalities when indicated. Develops, implements, and documents the psychotherapeutic treatment plan for an assigned caseload of patients, including prompt completion of clinical reminders. Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions including crisis interventions, evidenced-based psychotherapies (individual and group modalities), and measurement-based care. Independently provides psychological services at all levels of complexity and consults with peers and supervisors as appropriate. Provides comprehensive behavioral and mental health services to Veterans with complex and chronic disabling disorders, including homelessness, unemployment, addictions and mental illnesses. Screening, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of mental or psychosocial disorders, as well as other behavioral problems, with an emphasis on the application of time-limited, recovery oriented, evidence-based interventions. Group therapy, individual therapy, crisis intervention, treatment planning, and case managements services. Assessment and intervention for subclinical symptoms, such as dysphoria, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, and family issues. Evaluation of cognitive deficits to address specific functional questions or determine if referral is needed for neuropsychological assessment. Assessment for competency of a patient's ability to make medical decisions, understand advanced directives, perform specific functions, or live independently. Assisting staff in determining how to present treatment options and educational material to patients in a format they can understand. Counseling with couples or families, when appropriate, to relieve relationship difficulties, provide support, or promote collaboration with the clinical team. Behavioral health interventions to address pain management, disability adjustment, sleep problems, weight loss, smoking cessation, or medical compliance. Presenting informed reports or educating multi-disciplinary teams on the use of newly proven or evidence-based intervention techniques. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: The primary tour of duty will be M-F 8am to 4:30pm. However, the selectee may be required to work or travel between any of the locations within Corporate Orlando, including the Lake Nona campus. The selectee may also be required to work various shifts on a permanent or temporary basis, based on patient care needs. Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not authorized. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized. EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact (), the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66. Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available. Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: Staff Psychologist MHRRTP GS-11/12/12 82572F/82573F/80022F Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized. 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. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. 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: 2025-12-02