Clinical Psychologist - Jacksonville, United States - US Military Treatment Facilities under DHA

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Description

Duties:


  • Psychological and therapeutic services for activeduty patients with mental disorders; fitness for duty evaluations to determine duty status.
  • Screens and interviews patients, and performs psychological and biopsychosocial evaluations, using expert knowledge of general and specific concepts, principles, procedures, and practices relating to clinical psychology.
  • Provides timely and succinct feedback to Primary Care Managers (PCMs) regarding consultations findings and recommendations.
  • Uses objective and measurable outcomes to evaluate treatment effectiveness and makes adjustments if appropriate for increased compliance and efficacy.
  • Develops, teaches, and provides oversight for classes that promote education and skillbuilding to enhance psychological and physical health, and promote behavioral change related to improved health status.

Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
  • Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
  • Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
  • Applicants must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
  • This position may require the incumbent to work on call during irregular work hours which may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and/or varying work schedules.

Qualifications:


Who May Apply:
US Citizens

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Basic Requirement for Clinical Psychologist:

Degree:
Doctoral Degree (Ph.
D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
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In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:
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Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes for an adult treatment population: performing bio-psychosocial evaluations; developing behavioral health treatment plans; and providing psychological counseling. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).


This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).

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Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone-no substitution of education for experience is permitted.

Education:


Additional information:


  • This is a Direct Hire Solicitation utilizing DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce.
  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year trial/probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.


If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

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