Staff Psychologist- Community Living Center (CLC)

Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific eligibility requirements per VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) & eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after review of the EDRP application. Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply. Responsibilities Total-Rewards-of-an-Allied-Health-VA-Career-Brochure.pdf Psychologist: vacareers.va.gov/wp-content/uploads/sites/5/Total-Rewards-of-a-Psychology-Career-Flyer.pdf The Community Living Center (CLC) encompasses several clinical emphasis areas including dementia, spinal cord injury/disorder, rehabilitation, and palliative/hospice care. The staff psychologist functions as a full team member on assigned interdisciplinary teams, providing comprehensive assessment and intervention services for veterans residing at the CLC who are in need of psychological/mental health services. Some of the duties include, but are not limited to; Acts as fully functional and independent psychologist with the ability to engage in interdisciplinary treatment planning and provision of health care services to the veteran population(s) served. Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services (e.g., psychological/neuropsychological assessment) using the most appropriate psychotherapeutic techniques to meet quality care expectations. Performs evaluations for depression, anxiety, dementia, and other behavioral and mood issues including substance abuse issues. Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions for patients, caregivers, and families including assessing adjustment to illness/injury, coping style and its effectiveness, and the contribution of medical condition to current emotional functioning and vice versa. Provides structured psychotherapy and counseling to address the adjustment and recovery goals of veterans and caregivers following evidence-based protocols when indicated. 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 veterans in advanced stages of chronic disease or nearing end of life. Provision of services includes the following: screening, assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of depression and anxiety-related disorders, as well as other behavioral problems, with an emphasis on the application of time-limited, evidence-based interventions. Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions to patients and family members. Interventions will be both individually and group based. May include services to veterans in the inpatient and outpatient settings. Assessment and intervention for subclinical symptoms, such as dysphoria, anxiety, adjustment difficulties, including end of life issues. Evaluation of cognitive deficits to address specific functional and capacity questions, and determine appropriate referrals (e.g., neuropsychological workup) when indicated. Capacity assessments to determine one'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. Other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: The primary tour of duty will be M-F 8am to 4:30pm. . 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): MAY be authorized to highly qualified applicants. Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): MAY be authorized to highly qualified applicants. 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 CLC (GS-11/12/13) (81492F/81493F/81495F) 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: 2026-03-06