Clinical Psychologist (Drug Abuse Program Coordinator)

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Bennettsville (SC); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bureau of Prisons seeks a doctoral-level psychologist to provide clinical services within federal facilities. The role emphasizes assessment, treatment planning, and referrals for inmates with substance use and co-occurring disorders.

Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in psychology (clinical or counseling) and a current unrestricted license to practice at the doctoral level in the United States; visa status not specified. Experience at GS-12/13 levels is typical for this position.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology required.
• No substitution of education for experience at GS-12/13.
• Licensure: full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in the United States.
• Experience in assessment, referral, and treatment of substance use and co-occurring disorders.
• Psychosocial interviews and treatment planning experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide assessment and diagnosis of substance use and mental health disorders.
• Develop and implement treatment plans and individual/group therapies.
• Conduct psychosocial interviews and referral for specialized services.
• Document clinical findings and coordinate with treatment teams.

Skills

Psychological assessment

Treatment planning

Substance use disorders

Co-occurring disorders

Psychosocial interviews

Education

Doctoral degree in 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.

Basic Requirements:

Degree: 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:

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position at the GS-12 and GS-13 levels.

Experience:

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 that is typically be in or related to the position to be filled. Some examples of the qualifying experience are:

• Experience in providing assessment and referral services for individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Experience in providing individual and/or group treatment to individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Experience in conducting psychosocial interviews and developing treatment plans for individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.
• Experience in diagnosing substance use and mental health disorders.

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. Applicant must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States (e.g., Puerto Rico), or the District of Columbia. NOTE: All applicants must electronically upload a copy of their license at the time they apply to the vacancy announcement. 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.