Clinical Psychologist (Specialty Program Coordinator - RESOLVE)

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

Job summary

US Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System seeks a Doctoral-level psychologist to develop, implement, and coordinate mental health treatment for inmates, including cognitive behavioral approaches. The role requires licensure in the United States and a minimum of one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 level or equivalent.

The position emphasizes psychodiagnostic assessment, individual and group therapy, and collaboration with clinical teams to ensure safety and quality care in a

Qualifications

• Satisfactory completion of all requirements for a doctoral degree in clinical or counseling psychology is required.
• Applicants must hold a full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in the United States or DC.
• Experience: at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level; includes managing mental health treatment programs.
• Selective Placement Factor: license must be provided with expiration date.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, evaluate and coordinate treatment for individuals with mental health needs.
• Conduct clinical interviews, review records, administer and interpret psychological tests, and prepare reports.

Skills

Clinical interviews

Psychotherapy (CBT)

Psychoeducational groups

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.

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.

AND

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.

Some examples of the qualifying experience are:

GS-13:

• Experience in developing, implementing, evaluating and coordinating treatment for those with mental health needs and for coordinating and evaluating all activities associated with the care of those with advanced mental health needs.
• Experience in conducting both individual and group cognitive behavioral psychotherapy, which include facilitating psycho-educational groups and process groups; expertise in psychotherapy specific to the special population targeted in the treatment program.
• Experience in conducting clinical interviews, reviewing records, administering and interpreting psychological tests, and utilizing information to prepare reports and making treatment recommendations to include individualized treatment plans.

Selective Placement 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 number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.

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