Staff Psychologist - Substance Use Recovery (EDRP Eligible)

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a qualified psychologist to provide a full spectrum of clinical services within the Substance Use Disorders Recovery Program (SUDRP) at the VA facility.

The role emphasizes psychodiagnostic assessment and evidence-based therapies for Veterans with SUD and related disorders. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in psychology, be licensed, and have APA/CPA-accredited internship experience.

Qualifications

• Requires doctoral degree in psychology from APA/PCSAS/CPA-accredited program with matching specialty.
• Must hold full, current license to practice psychology in US state/territory/DC; may be temped as graduate psychologist if non-licensed.
• Internship training must be APA/CPA-accredited at time of completion; board certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide a full range of psychodiagnostic services, assessment and evidence-based therapies for Veterans with SUD and related disorders.
• Deliver care at VA facilities and participate in tele-mental health when needed.
• Offer therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and contingency management.

Skills

Clinical treatments

Assessment skills

Research familiarity

Education

PhD in Psychology (APA/CPA/PCSAS)

Licensed psychologist

Job description

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs seeks a qualified psychologist to provide a full spectrum of clinical services within the Substance Use Disorders Recovery Program (SUDRP) at the VA facility.

The role emphasizes psychodiagnostic assessment and evidence-based therapies for Veterans with SUD and related disorders. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in psychology, be licensed, and have APA/CPA-accredited internship experience.