Clinical Psychologist for Native Communities

Indian Health Service; Polska; On-site; PLN 338,600 - 489,089; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Professional growth

Mission-driven career

Job summary

Indian Health Service seeks a Clinical Psychologist to provide comprehensive evaluations and psychotherapy to American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The role focuses on culturally grounded care, addressing social and emotional health, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include diagnostic assessments, crisis intervention, and performance of tests to inform treatment.

A U.S. license and citizenship are required, with on‑call and rotating shifts typical.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Clinical Psychology or related field.
• For GS-11+, completion of doctoral requirements.
• Must possess and maintain current license as a psychologist in a U.S. state.
• U.S. Citizenship and Selective Service registration for males.
• Background investigation and financial suitability assessment are required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychological evaluations and treatment to individuals, couples, groups, and families.
• Administer, score, and interpret psychological tests; differentiate organic vs functional causes.
• Provide diagnosis and psychotherapy using a range of techniques per patient needs.
• Ensure professional standard of care and thorough documentation of evaluations and treatment.
• Provide consultative services to other providers and teams.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Psycho-diagnostic assessment

Psychotherapy

Crisis intervention

Education

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

Tools

Psychological tests

Diagnostic assessment tools

Job description

Indian Health Service seeks a Clinical Psychologist to provide comprehensive evaluations and psychotherapy to American Indian and Alaska Native communities. The role focuses on culturally grounded care, addressing social and emotional health, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team. Responsibilities include diagnostic assessments, crisis intervention, and performance of tests to inform treatment.

A U.S. license and citizenship are required, with on‑call and rotating shifts typical.