Staff Psychologist

Staff Psychologist, Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor And Social Worker Participate in, and assume primary responsibility for, the evaluation and treatment of veterans with mental health issues. The incumbent applies a wide range of professional knowledge of psychological principles, methods, instruments, and techniques to veterans' problems. The incumbent participates in multidisciplinary conferences to develop appropriate treatment plans, goals, and objectives for veterans. The incumbent will provide psychological services utilizing video/telehealth. The incumbent is responsible for the implementation of the full range of psychological principles and techniques in veteran treatment, whether it be on a group, family, or individual basis, and to use his/her professional training and judgment as to the particular technique, situation, and time frame for implementation. Outcomes Data Management and Analysis: Ongoing evaluation and assessment of current therapeutic programs, analysis and integration of this information leading to program modification or development of new programs, and basic clinical psychological research pertinent to the psychological functioning and treatment of veterans is essential to the institution. The measurement and analytical skills of a Clinical/Counseling Psychologist are uniquely fitted to this task. Therefore a portion of the incumbent's time can be devoted to gathering, managing, and assessing data to ensure that the quality of care is high and is constantly improved. All such work will be consistent with station policy and missions with prior approval by the Mental Health Outpatient Program Manager and/or BHIP Supervisor. Education Duties: A portion of the incumbent's time may be devoted to the clinical instruction of the psychology pre-doctoral internship training program at the Sioux Falls VAHCS or with University of South Dakota School of Medicine medical students and psychiatric residents when appropriate. As an expert in human psychology and relationships, the incumbent may provide specialized training and workshops to enhance institutional functioning, including participation in patient management conferences, conflict resolution workshops, and other special duties as requested by management. Research Duties: In accordance with the special professional research skills that Clinical/Counseling Psychologists possess, the incumbent may perform ongoing evaluative functions directly or as a consultant to other services to provide planning, data gathering, or statistical analysis in accordance with the scientific method. All such work will be consistent with station policy and missions with prior approval by Mental Health Site Director. Research involving human subjects will be reviewed through the appropriate IRB prior to gathering any data. The incumbent must possess a current driver's license and drive a government vehicle in carrying out professional duties when deemed necessary. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Services for additional Physical Requirements. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:00am to 4:30pm Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases. Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave, 13 days of sick leave, 11 paid Federal holidays per year) Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual, based on prior [work experience] or military service experience. Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child. Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment, full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66 Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not Available Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement #: 000000 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized