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 is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until April 30, 2026. The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be January 26, 2026, with subsequent cut-off dates on the 1st of each month. Eligible applications received after that date will be referred at regular intervals or as additional vacancies occur on an as-needed basis until positions are filled. VA Careers - Psychologist: Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Major duties include, but are not limited to: GS-11- Clinical Responsibilities Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services including use of psychological testing for patients in Outpatient Services. Performs psychological evaluations for individuals with mental health and medical disorders for purposes of diagnostic clarification and treatment planning recommendations. These evaluations employ a comprehensive diagnostic interview, review of available records, collateral contact when available, as well as objective, and cognitive tests when indicated. Provides/Assists with diagnoses of mental disorders, particularly for complex or unusually difficult patients to include a full range of psycho-diagnostic services. Provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions, including individual, family, and group psychotherapy. Provides education to patients, family members, significant others, and community members. Provides consultation to professional staff within the WJB Dom V AMC or CBOC and to community providers, concerning clinical assessment findings and appropriate treatment plans for patients. Functions as a member of the Outpatient Mental Health Team and WJB Dom V AMC Medical Staff, with full clinical privileges. The incumbent assumes complete professional responsibility for his/her clinical findings, patient care decisions, and documentation. GS-12- Clinical Responsibilities (70% time) Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services including use of psychological testing for patients in Outpatient Services. Performs psychological evaluations for individuals with mental health and medical disorders for purposes of diagnostic clarification and treatment planning recommendations. These evaluations employ a comprehensive diagnostic interview, review of available records, collateral contact when available, as well as objective, and cognitive tests when indicated. Provides/Assists with diagnoses of mental disorders, particularly for complex or unusually difficult patients to include a full range of psycho-diagnostic services. Provide comprehensive, evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions, including individual, family, and group psychotherapy. Provides education to patients, family members, significant others, and community members. Provides consultation to professional staff within the WJB Dom V AMC or CBOC and to community providers, concerning clinical assessment findings and appropriate treatment plans for patients. Functions as a member of the Outpatient Mental Health Team and WJB Dom V AMC Medical Staff, with full clinical privileges. The incumbent assumes complete professional responsibility for his/her clinical findings, patient care decisions, and documentation. GS-13- Clinical Responsibilities Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services including use of psychological testing for patients in Outpatient Services. The Outpatient Mental Health / behavioral health provider uses population-based practice management strategies and maintains competences in the following core domains. Collaborates with the program lead and begins to initiate an ongoing education plan for providers, Veterans, families, and members of the community on recovery model of care. Adheres to operational policies and procedures for the Mental Health Service Line as established by the Mental Health Leads. Assists with and begins to initiate ongoing program evaluation and data-driven quality improvement projects to monitor the effectiveness of the clinical program Develops and begins to initiates professional, collegial relationships with other health care programs in order to effectively coordinate services Complies with national and local performance measures. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm Telework: Not Authorized Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: : 57881F, 57880F,57882F Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Learn more 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). 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Created: 2026-02-06