Psychologist Substance Use Disorder
This is the full performance level for staff psychologists. At this level psychologists are licensed at the doctoral level to practice independently in the provision of psychological services consulting with peers and supervisors as appropriate. The incumbent serves as the psychologist specializing in the treatment of substance abuse disorders among the veterans associated with the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) program at the Pueblo Community Based Outpatient Clinic. The SUD program provides assessment of Veterans referred for possible SUD, and treatment to those who are diagnosed with that disorder. The incumbent may also provide clinical supervision for psychology trainees. Clinical Responsibilities 1. Provides a full range of psychological or diagnostic assessment services for those with potential substance use disorders and concurrent mental health disorders. 2. Provides SUD related education to patients, family members, and significant others. 3. Provides comprehensive, evidence-based psychotherapeutic interventions (e.g., CPT, PE, MET, CBT-SUD, BCT). 4. Provides consultation to professional staff within the ECHCS and to community providers, concerning clinical assessment findings and appropriate treatment plans for patients diagnosed with SUD and concurrent mental health disorders. 5. Develops, implements and documents the psychotherapeutic treatment plan for an assigned caseload of patients diagnosed with co-occurring SUD and mental health disorders, including prompt completion of clinical reminders. 6. Consistently utilizes systematic treatment response monitoring (e.g., BAM, PCL) for purposes of continuously evaluating treatment effectiveness for patients. 7. Functions independently as a member of the ECHCS Medical Staff, with full clinical privileges. Assumes complete professional responsibility for his/her clinical assessment findings, patient care decisions, and documentation. Administrative Responsibilities/Program Development/Performance Improvement or Satisfaction/Research 1. Facilitates the design, development and implementation of program evaluation for program development and quality improvement. 2. Facilitates liaisons with other health care programs in order to effectively coordinate services. 3. Complies with all national and local performance measures, including timely health care screening and completion of clinical reminders for all patients. 4. Attends and participates in administrative and informational meetings (e.g. EBP Steering Committee, Recovery Workgroup). 5. Attends regular Psychology staff meetings, Medical Staff meetings and complies with the MHS peer review procedures. 6. As a staff member, contributes to performance improvement activities within the Substance Abuse Treatment Program. 7. Staff member may engage in research activities with the approval of the Chief, MHS. Teaching and Training 1. Develops and coordinates training rotations within the psychology intern, psychology postdoc training programs. 2. Provides clinical supervision and instruction for psychology interns, psychology practicum students, and postdoctoral residents. 3. Provides training to staff thru didactic presentations including psychology, social work, psychiatry, and other disciplines. Work Schedule:
Monday - Friday 8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m. Financial Discloser Report:
Not required To qualify for this position you must meet all the requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Basic Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship:
Must be a U.S. Citizen Education:
Have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was completed. AND 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 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 at the time that the individual was an intern; OR VHA facilities that offered full-time, one-year pre-doctoral internships prior to PL 96-151 (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. (NOTE:
Once board certified, the employee is required to maintain board certification.) Licensure:
Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (e.g., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia. Grade Determinations:
In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates:
GS-13 Licensure:
Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (e.g., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia.
Experience:
In addition to the experience requirements at the GS-12 level, at least 1 additional year of experience as a psychologist equivalent to the next lower grade level. In addition the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
1. Knowledge of, and ability to apply, advanced professional psychological theories and techniques to the full range of patient populations. 2. Ability to provide professional advice and consultation in areas related to professional psychology and behavioral health. 3. Knowledge of clinical research literature. The full performance level of this position is a GS-13. Physical Requirements:
Able to meet the physical demands for the position, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have a good manual dexterity. Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written word. Must be able to view and read information on computer screens. References:
VA Handbook 5005/15 Part II, Appendix G18.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Monday - Friday 8:
00 a.m. to 4:
30 p.m. Financial Discloser Report:
Not required To qualify for this position you must meet all the requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Basic Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship:
Must be a U.S. Citizen Education:
Have a doctoral degree in psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was completed. AND 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 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 at the time that the individual was an intern; OR VHA facilities that offered full-time, one-year pre-doctoral internships prior to PL 96-151 (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. (NOTE:
Once board certified, the employee is required to maintain board certification.) Licensure:
Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (e.g., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia. Grade Determinations:
In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates:
GS-13 Licensure:
Hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, Commonwealth of the United States (e.g., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia.
Experience:
In addition to the experience requirements at the GS-12 level, at least 1 additional year of experience as a psychologist equivalent to the next lower grade level. In addition the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
1. Knowledge of, and ability to apply, advanced professional psychological theories and techniques to the full range of patient populations. 2. Ability to provide professional advice and consultation in areas related to professional psychology and behavioral health. 3. Knowledge of clinical research literature. The full performance level of this position is a GS-13. Physical Requirements:
Able to meet the physical demands for the position, reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Must have a good manual dexterity. Must be able to express or exchange ideas by means of spoken or written word. Must be able to view and read information on computer screens. References:
VA Handbook 5005/15 Part II, Appendix G18.
- Department:
0180 Psychology - Salary Range:
$92,670 to $120,475 per year
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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