Staff Psychologist, BHIP – EDRP Eligible

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EDRP Eligible

Federal benefits

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Staff Psychologist to diagnose and treat mental disorders, perform assessments, and provide evidence-based psychotherapy within General Mental Health.

You will work with a BHIP team, collaborating with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers and trainees to develop comprehensive treatment plans. Responsibilities include risk assessment, treatment planning, and ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines and performance measures.

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• English language proficiency in speaking and writing as required by VA policy.
• Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA/CPA-accredited program, or equivalent re-specialization with matching specialty.
• Licensure as a psychologist in the United States or qualify for temporary graduate psychologist appointment with supervision.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of psycho-diagnostic services and evidence-based psychotherapy.
• Conduct psychiatric assessments and oversee treatment planning within a BHIP team.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary clinicians to ensure seamless patient care.
• Adhere to clinical guidelines and performance measures; participate in training and supervision.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication

Education

Doctoral degree in psychology (APA/CPA)

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Staff Psychologist to diagnose and treat mental disorders, perform assessments, and provide evidence-based psychotherapy within General Mental Health.

You will work with a BHIP team, collaborating with psychiatrists, nurses, social workers and trainees to develop comprehensive treatment plans. Responsibilities include risk assessment, treatment planning, and ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines and performance measures.