Vacancy caducado!
BHIP PsychologistDepartment of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview
##### Open & closing dates
10/18/2019 to 10/31/2019
##### Service
Competitive
##### Pay scale & grade
GS 13
##### Salary
$88,704 to $115,313 per year
##### Appointment type
Permanent
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Muskogee, OKRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThis position is located in the Behavioral Medicine Service (BMS),
at the Eastern Oklahoma VA Healthcare System in Muskogee, Oklahoma.
The psychologist is a member of a multi-disciplinary team that
focuses on the treatment of veterans who suffer from the spectrum of
mental disorders.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilitiesAs a Licensed Provider for the Department of Veterans Affairs, you
will practice independently in the provision of psychological
services, engage in professional and scientific work which relates
to behavior, capacities, personality, interests, emotions and mental
disorders.consulting with peers and supervisors as appropriate.PLEASE NOTE: Qualified clinical trainees, residents, fellows,
interns, etc. are encouraged to apply; please follow the
instructions in the How to Apply section.Student Loan Repayment Program is authorized for eligible
candidate.Major duties and responsibilities include:
Diagnose mental disorders, conduct psychological or
neuropsychological assessments, treat mental disorders through a
variety of modalities, and provide adjunctive interventions for
treatment of medical disorders
Provide are individual, family, and group psychotherapies and
other interventions such as behavioral health and community
interventions
Consult with medical center staff on a wide variety of patient
care issues. Staff psychologists may be involved in program
evaluation, teaching, training, and research activities
Assists in statistical design and assessment of outcome
evaluations for the programs, within the guidelines of the
facility research protocols.
Assists in development of multidisciplinary patient assessments
and integrated treatment plan in compliance with JCAHO
standards.
Participates in ongoing in-service education program for staff.
Consults with professional staff regarding issues of diagnosis,
treatment, and case management.
Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Financial Disclosure Report: Not requiredTravel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion PotentialNone
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- RequirementsConditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Applicants tentatively selected are subject to urinalysis to
screen for illegal drug use prior and will not be appointed if a
verified positive drug test result is received. Applicants who
refuse to be tested will be denied employment.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after
12/31/1959
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to a background/security investigation
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online
onboarding process
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements
by the closing date of this announcement, 10/31/2019.
Basic Requirements:
- United States Citizenship - Non-citizens may only be
appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens
in accordance with VA Policy.
- English Language Proficiency Requirement - Per VA Handbook
5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, Paragraph 3j: No person
will be appointed under authority of 38 U.S.C., chapter 73 or
74, to serve in a direct patient-care capacity in VHA who is not
proficient in written and spoken English.
- Education Requirement - You must have a doctoral degree in
psychology from a graduate program in psychology accredited by
the American Psychological Association (APA), the Psychological
Clinical Science Accreditation System (PCSAS), or the Canadian
Psychological Association (CPA) at the time the program was
completed. The specialty area of the degree must be consistent
with the assignment for which the applicant is to be employed.
OR, have a doctoral degree in any area of psychology and, in
addition, successfully completed a respecialization program
meeting both of the following conditions: a) the
respecialization program must be completed in an APA or a CPA
accredited doctoral program; and b) the specialty in which you
were retrained is consistent with the assignment you are am
applying for; OR, have a doctoral degree awarded between 1951
and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution, with a
dissertation primarily psychological in nature.
- Internship Requirement - You must have successfully
completed a professional psychology internship training program
that was accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was
completed and that is consistent with the assignment for which
the applicant is to be employed; OR, New VHA psychology
internship programs that are in the process of applying for APA
accreditation are acceptable in fulfillment of the internship
requirement, provided that such programs were sanctioned by the
VHA Central Office Program Director for Psychology and the VHA
Office of Academic Affiliations at the time that the individual
was an intern; OR, VHA facilities that offered full-time,
one-year pre-doctoral internships prior to PL 96-151 (pre-1979)
are considered to be acceptable in fulfillment of the internship
requirement; OR, Applicants who completed an internship that was
not accredited by APA or CPA at the time the program was
completed may be considered eligible for hire only if they are
currently board certified by the American Board of Professional
Psychology in a specialty area that is consistent with the
assignment for which the applicant is to be employed. (NOTE:
Once board certified, the employee is required to maintain board
certification). NOTE: Applicants who have a doctoral degree
awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited
institution with a dissertation primarily psychological in
nature may fulfill this internship requirement by having the
equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience in a
site specifically acceptable to the candidate's doctoral
program. If the internship experience is not noted on the
applicant's official transcript, the applicant must provide a
statement from the doctoral program verifying that the
equivalent of a one-year supervised internship experience was
completed in a site acceptable to the doctoral program.
- Licensure: Candidates 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, or the District of Columbia. Exception: Non-licensed
applicants who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements may
be given a temporary appointment as a "graduate psychologist" at
the GS-11 or GS-12 grade under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7405
(c)(2)(B) for a period not to exceed two years from the date of
employment on the condition that such a psychologist provide
care only under the supervision of a psychologist who is
licensed. Failure to obtain licensure during that period is
justification for termination of the temporary appointment.Experience: In additional to meeting the basic requirements as
stated above, you must have the following:
- GS-13 Level: at least 2 addition years of experience, with at
least one year equivalent to the GS-12 level, as a professional
psychologist that was obtained through employment as a
psychologist or through participating in a supervised
post-doctoral psychology training program that demonstrates 1)
active professional practice that was paid/non-paid employment
and/or 2) a full, current and unrestricted license. To be
creditable, the experience must have required the use of
knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics
associated with current psychology practice:
1. Knowledge of, and ability to apply, professional
psychological treatments to a full range of patient
populations.
2. Ability to provide professional advice and consultation in
areas related to professional psychology and behavioral
health.
3. Knowledge of clinical research literature.Experience is only creditable if it is post-doctoral degree
experience as a professional psychologist directly related to the
duties performed.Preferred Experience: at least 2 years experience in
Psychotherapy with adults and familiesReference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part
II, Appendix G18 Psychologist Qualification Standard. This can be
found in the local Human Resources Office.Physical Requirements: Light lifting (under 15 pounds), straight
pulling, reaching above shoulders, use of fingers, walking,
standing, near vision correctable at 13" to 16", Far vision
correctable in one eye to 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other, hearing
(aid permitted), emotional/mental stability and read written
material.The full performance level of this vacancy is GS 13.EducationIMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application
if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities,
schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal
employment. You can verify your education here:
http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education
to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of
Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit
for that education. For further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.Additional informationThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.This is a random drug testing position.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have
faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer
competitive status.VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related
positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the
Schedule A excepted appointment authority.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for
Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at
VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and
coaching and reintegration support for military service members.If you are unable to apply online, view the following link for
information regarding an Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE
MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your
application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be
verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or
omissions may affect consideration for employment.NOTE: The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group)
will review the selected candidate's education and experience and
recommend the grade and salary at which the candidate will be
placed. For internal selectees eligible for promotion, the board
will recommend grade and HR will determine step in accordance with
policy.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer
work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps,
AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; spiritual; community; student; social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and
skills and can provide valuable training and experience that
translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceConfidentialDrug test requiredYesPosition sensitivity and riskNon-sensitive (NS)/Low RiskTrust determination processSuitability/Fitness- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
License
Resume
Transcript
VA Form 10-2850c - Application for Associated Health Occupations can
be found at:
http://www.va.gov/vaforms/searchaction.asp?FormNo=2850&tkey=&Action=Search.The following documents are accepted, and may be required if
applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this
position. Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all
documents required for your application, such as a copy of your
transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former
Federal employees), etc.
- Cover Letter
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- Other (1)
- Resume
- TranscriptIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be
credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the
attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting
institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this
vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may
affect the overall rating.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.- How to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this
position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the
documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The
complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on
10/31/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire
click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10633109.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log
in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your
USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete
the occupational questionnaire.
Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
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announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents
from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a
condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of
Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals
who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where
patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as
part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,
VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers
(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary
units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA
licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and
unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee
basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,
and trainees who work at these facilities. HCP that are unable to
receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a
face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationHeather [email protected] C Montgomery VA Medical Center
1011 Honor Heights Drive
Muskogee, OK 74401
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Vacancy caducado!