Culturally Grounded Clinical Psychologist for Native Communities

Indian Health Service; Hemet (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to deliver compassionate, culturally grounded care to American Indian and Alaska Native communities in California, focusing on social and emotional health and resilience. The role involves evaluations, psychotherapy, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support patient well‑being.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, use of diverse therapeutic modalities, detailed documentation, and coordination with primary

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent in Clinical Psychology or a closely related field.
• Current, valid license as a psychologist in the U.S. (state, DC, territory) is required.
• GS-11/GS-12/GS-13 level experience criteria described in the job posting.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive psychological evaluations and treatment for individuals, couples, groups, and families.
• Administer, score, and interpret psychological tests to differentiate causes of emotional disturbances.
• Deliver diagnosis and psychotherapy using a range of therapeutic techniques.
• Maintain thorough documentation of evaluations, treatment plans, and referrals.
• Provide consultative services to other care providers and team members.

Skills

Clinical psychology

Psychological assessment

Crisis intervention

Documentation

Education

Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology

Job description

Indian Health Service is seeking a Clinical Psychologist to deliver compassionate, culturally grounded care to American Indian and Alaska Native communities in California, focusing on social and emotional health and resilience. The role involves evaluations, psychotherapy, and collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to support patient well‑being.

Responsibilities include comprehensive assessments, use of diverse therapeutic modalities, detailed documentation, and coordination with primary