Clinical Psychologist (Drug Abuse Program Coordinator)

Bureau of Prisons / Federal Prison System; Sheridan (OR); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Bureau of Prisons is seeking a clinical psychologist to provide psychotherapeutic services and supervise treatment staff in a correctional setting. The role requires a doctoral degree in psychology (clinical or counseling) and a valid license at the doctoral level.

The ideal candidate has experience delivering psychosocial treatment for substance use disorders, planning treatment programs, and ensuring accurate clinical documentation for individuals in care.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in psychology (clinical or counseling) directly related to full professional work.
• Must hold a full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in the United States or DC.

Responsibilities

• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
• Experience supervising treatment staff in providing individual or group therapy and related clinical documentation.
• Experience delivering psychosocial treatment to individuals receiving medication for substance use disorders.
• Experience planning and implementing treatment programs for individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.

Skills

Staff supervision

Psychosocial treatment

Treatment program planning

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology (clinical or counseling)

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 qualification requirements:

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.

In addition to the basic requirements, applicants must have:

Education

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

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.

• Experience in supervising treatment staff in the provision of individual or group therapy and associated clinical documentation.
• Experience in providing psychosocial treatment to individuals receiving medication for substance use disorders.
• Experience in planning and implementing treatment programs for individuals with substance use disorders and/or co-occurring disorders.

Selective Factor

• 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.

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