Clinical Psychologist (Drug Abuse Program Coordinator)

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System; Sheridan (OR); On-site; USD 78,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System seeks a clinical psychologist with a doctoral degree in psychology to oversee treatment programs and provide psychosocial services to inmates. The selected candidate will supervise treatment staff, ensure proper clinical documentation, and develop treatment plans for individuals with substance use disorders, including co-occurring conditions.

Applicants must hold a full, current psychology license and meet all selective factor requirements.

Qualifications

• Requires doctoral degree in clinical psychology (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.
• Experience supervising treatment staff in individual/group therapy and clinical documentation.
• Experience providing psychosocial treatment to individuals with substance use disorders and planning/implementing related programs.

Skills

Supervising treatment staff

Psychosocial treatment

Program development

Education

Ph.D. in Clinical 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 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.

AND

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.

AND

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

*Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application.**