Psychology Psychology Job with in Martinsburg, WV - Veterans Health Administration

(a) The re-specialization program must be completed in an APA or a CPA accredited doctoral program; and,

(b) the specialty in which the applicant is retrained must be consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. OR

Have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution, with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature.

Internships

Have successfully completed a professional psychology internship training program that was accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed and that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. OR

New Veterans Health Administration (VHA) psychology internship programs that are in the process of applying for APA accreditation are acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement, provided that such programs were sanctioned by the VHA Central Office Program Director for Psychology and the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations; OR

VHA facilities that offered full-time, one-year pre-doctoral internships prior to PL pre-1979) are considered to be acceptable in fulfillment of the internship requirement; OR

Applicants who completed an internship that was not accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was completed may be considered eligible for hire only if they are currently board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. OR

Applicants who have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally accredited institution with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature may fulfill this internship requirement by having the equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience at a site specifically acceptable to the candidate's doctoral program.

Licensure. Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or the District of Columbia. Exception: Non-licensed applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements may be given a temporary appointment as a /'graduate psychologist/' a for a period not to exceed two years from the date of employment on the condition that such a psychologist provide care only under the supervision of a psychologist who is licensed. Failure to obtain licensure during that period is justification for termination of the temporary appointment.

Board Certification. Persons hired to psychology positions in the VHA who completed an internship that was not accredited at the time the program was completed must be board certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. The board certificate must be current, and the applicant must abide by the certifying body's requirement for continuing education.

Work Schedule: 8 am - 4:30 pm M-F ; potentially 1-2 days telework per pay period at Supervisor Discretion.

Major Clinical Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

1. Provides comprehensive psychological assessment and diagnostic services for veterans with a broad range of psychopathology receiving care, including services for patients with complex psychopathology requiring advanced psycho-diagnostic skills.
2. Demonstrates expertise in using contemporary interview and psychometric assessment methods for mental disorders and/or behavioral health conditions.
3. Provides education to patients and family members regarding mental disorders and best practices approaches to treatment.
4. Provides evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions as indicated and appropriate for the specific job setting and duties of the Psychologist, which may include individual, family, and group psychotherapy and psychoeducation.
5. Provides consultation to health care providers about assessment findings and treatment plans for patients to ensure that care is coordinated, collaborative, and integrated within the Martinsburg VA Medical Center footprint.
6. Develops, implements, and documents the mental health treatment plan for an assigned caseload of patients, as indicated and appropriate for the specific job setting and duties of the Psychologist.
7. Complies with all Mental Health Service documentation requirements, including standards for timely completion of CPRS patient contact notes, use of required documentation templates, clinical reminders, treatment plans, and risk assessment protocols.
8. Adheres to all MVAMC and MHS policies and practices for delivering clinical care, including but not limited to risk assessment and reduction practices for potentially dangerous behavior (suicide and violence), timeliness of care and access standards, professional conduct requirements, and CPRS documentation conventions.
9. Achieves minimal clinical workload expectations as established by MHS Leadership.
10. Other clinical responsibilities: as assigned.Let's talk Benefits

    Whether you're interested in academics, research, or a better work/life balance, you'll find the VA has a lot to offer, including the unmatched satisfaction you'll get from caring for those who have served our country. In addition to competitive pay and FREE liability protection, the VA also offers a robust benefit plan that includes:

11. 208 hours paid annual (vacation/personal) leave
12. 104 hours paid sick leave each year (with unlimited carryover)
13. 11 Federal holidays per year with pay
14. 40 hours paid absence to attend approved CME coursesInsurance:
15. Health Insurance
16. Dental & Vision
17. Flexible Spending Accounts
18. Term life insurance, family, and additional coverage options
19. Long-term care insurance is available as an optionFederal Retirement Plan: VA employees are covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). FERS is a three-tiered retirement plan composed of:
20. FERS-FRAE basic benefits (pension)
21. Social Security benefits
22. Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) which is a 401K-type planWhat's going on in and around the community of Martinsburg? Something fun or interesting is always happening around the Martinsburg area. From large businesses moving to ou area like Macy's Fulfillment Center, Proctor & Gamble and BPG-USA that have boosted our economy to the rich historic tradition of Harper's Ferry, the annual Apple Harvest Festival, and numerous outdoor recreation activities off the Potomac River, Martinsburg has experienced significant residential and business growth and continues to carry the tradition of being a vibrant, family friendly community. Along with strong community support for our 35 Berkeley County public schools, you will find the prestigious Saint Joseph School right in Martinsburg, and close by Saint James School in Hagerstown, MD.

    There's new energy and a new outlook in Berkeley County, West Virginia, including expansion of state-of-the-art medical facilities including Valley Health, West Virginia University Medicine, and expansion, programs at VAMC Martinsburg, including the new Women's Center, Dental building and SUD expansion programming for our Nation's Veterans.

    Little to big league sports fans and shopaholics alike are also right at home in Berkeley County. WV, as we are close to multiple shopping outlets. We are also just a short drive to Frederick, MD, Baltimore and Washington, DC where you will find additional museums, art galleries, ballet and opera, festivals and theater shows. We are also in close proximity to the suburbs of Winchester and Loudoun County, Virginia, where many of our physicians live.

    OUR MISSION: To fulfill President Lincoln's promise – /'To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan/' – by serving and honoring the men and women who are America's Veterans.