Clinical Psychologist (Chief Psychologist)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Herlong (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System in California seeks a doctoral-level psychologist to lead clinical programs, advise on inmate classifications, and oversee suicide prevention and employee assistance initiatives. This role requires a valid doctoral license to practice psychology in the United States and experience with mental health program management.

The position emphasizes collaboration with facility leadership, program development, and ensuring humane, secure environments for

Qualifications

• Must hold a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology.
• License to practice psychology required (doctoral level) in the US.
• Experience in managing mental health programs and personnel.

Responsibilities

• Formulate treatment programs for inmates and advise on classifications and transfers.
• Manage suicide prevention and Employee Assistance Program activities.
• Lead or participate in committees and counsel management on psychological matters.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Counseling psychology

Program development

Education

Ph.D. in clinical or counseling psychology

Job description

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

To be considered for the position, you must meet the following:

Basic Requirements:

• Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required. NOTE: Applicants may have received this degree in either clinical or counseling psychology.

Education:

• GS-12 and GS-13: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

Experience:

• GS-12: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular qualifications to successfully perform the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled. Some examples of the qualifying experience are:
• GS-12: Experience in formulating appropriate treatment programs, assisting in re-classification, and recommending accommodations or program transfers for such inmates when appropriate.
• Experience in participating in new hire employment interviews and recommending selections to the Human Resource Manager.
• Experience in serving on and presiding over various committees as assigned by the Associate Warden or Warden.
• GS-13: Experience in consulting with management officials or unit staff on classification of inmates displaying possible emotional problems and formulating treatment programs.
• Experience in managing the suicide prevention program including investigating all suicide attempts and self-mutilation gestures, reviewing completed psychological autopsy reports and recommending changes in the overall program.
• Experience in managing the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and providing assessment and referral to professional resources in the community for employees on an as needed basis.

Selective Factor:

• Applicants applying for this position MUST also possess the following Selective Factor. In the event that you do not possess the Selective Factor, you will be found ineligible for the position.
• Applicants must 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.
• NOTE: All applicants must electronically upload copy of their license at the time you apply. The documentation provided MUST show the expiration date of the license. Failure to provide this documentation will result in loss of consideration for this position.
• If applicable, credit will be given for paid and unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as the number of hours worked per week) spent in activities.
• Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.