Clinical Psychologist (Pediatrics)

Apadivisions; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Clinical Psychologist specializing in pediatrics at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas. This role involves conducting comprehensive psychological assessments and providing therapeutic services to children and adolescents with various emotional and behavioral disorders. The position offers the opportunity to work within a multidisciplinary team, ensuring holistic care for young patients. With competitive benefits and a focus on professional development, this role is perfect for those passionate about making a meaningful impact in children's mental health. Join a team dedicated to excellence in psychological care and contribute to the well-being of the next generation.

Benefits

Competitive Compensation

Paid Time Off

Medical Benefits

Student Loan Repayment Programs

Retirement Plan with Matching Contributions

Qualifications

• Must hold a Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in clinical psychology.
• Requires a valid clinical license to practice psychology independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct psychological diagnostics and interventions for children aged 0-21.
• Administer and interpret psycho-diagnostic tests for mental disorders.
• Provide therapy and consultation services to children with psychological needs.

Skills

Clinical Psychology

Behavioral Health Assessments

Individual and Group Treatment

Multidisciplinary Team Collaboration

Education

Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Overview

Clinical Psychologist (Pediatrics), Nellis AFB, (Las Vegas), Nevada

This position is located at Nellis AFB in Las Vegas, NV.

Las Vegas (Spanish for "The Meadows"), often known simply as Vegas, is the 25th-most populous city in the United States, the most populous city in the state of Nevada, and the county seat of Clark County. The Las Vegas Valley metropolitan area is the largest within the greater Mojave Desert, and the 2nd-largest in the Southwestern United States. Las Vegas is an internationally renowned major resort city, known primarily for its gambling, shopping, fine dining, entertainment, and nightlife. The Las Vegas Valley as a whole serves as the leading financial, commercial, and cultural center for Nevada.

The city bills itself as the Entertainment Capital of the World and is famous for its luxurious and large casino-hotels and their associated activities. It is a top destination in the United States for business conventions and a global leader in the hospitality industry, claiming more AAA Five Diamond hotels than any other city worldwide. Today, Las Vegas ranks as one of the world's most visited tourist destinations. The city's tolerance for adult entertainment has earned it the nickname "Sin City," making it a popular setting for literature, films, television, and music videos.

Working for the Department of Defense offers numerous benefits, including competitive compensation, paid time off, medical benefits, student loan repayment programs, and a retirement plan with the Thrift Savings Plan, including matching employer contributions. More information can be found at: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/

Responsibilities

POSITION DUTIES:

1. Execute a full range of clinical psychological diagnostics, strategies, procedures, and intervention services for children from birth through 21 years of age with developmental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
2. Carry out psychological assessments for children exhibiting chronic behaviors of unsatisfactory adjustment or with a chronic history of emotional impairment.
3. Administer, score, and interpret psycho-diagnostic tests used for diagnosing mental, personality, and behavioral disorders in children and adolescents with complex interpersonal developmental disorders as an independent clinician.
4. Interview and integrate interview information with psycho-diagnostic test data to establish and reinforce psychological diagnoses according to the criteria in the current edition of the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM).
5. Provide direct therapy, consultation, and co-teaching models of services to children with identified psychotherapy needs based on evaluations.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

To qualify, you must meet the education and experience requirements below. Experience includes paid and unpaid work, volunteer work through programs like Peace Corps, AmeriCorps, and other organizations. Your resume must clearly describe relevant experience; if qualifying through education, transcripts are required. Additional information about transcripts is provided in this document.

Basic Requirement for Clinical Psychologist (Pediatrics):

• Degree: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in clinical psychology or a directly related field.

Specialized Experience: One year of experience conducting behavioral health assessments, providing individual and group treatment, and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. This experience should be typical of work performed at the GS-12 level or equivalent.

Licensure: A current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Psychology independently from a U.S. State, District of Columbia, or territory is required. A copy of the license must be provided with the application.

Education: Foreign education credentials must be evaluated for U.S. equivalency by a recognized agency or be from an accredited U.S. institution.

Questions for applicants include:

• Do you have a current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Psychology independently in the U.S.?
• Have you completed an APA-accredited doctoral program and internship?
• Do you hold a Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) related to clinical psychology?