Staff Psychologist SUD Recovery - VA Colorado | Up to $200K Loan Repayment

Description

Ready to make a real difference in the lives of Veterans struggling with addiction? The VA Western Colorado Health Care System is looking for a Staff Psychologist to join our Substance Use Disorder Recovery team in Grand Junction. You'll provide specialized, evidence-based mental health treatment to Veterans dealing with substance use disorders alongside complex co-occurring conditions like PTSD. This role offers the chance to work with a dedicated team, use your clinical expertise, and help those who've served our country find their path to recovery. Plus, you may qualify for up to $200,000 in student loan repayment through the Education Debt Reduction Program.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Providing individual, group, and family psychotherapy using evidence-based treatments like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for SUD, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, and Contingency Management
• Conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments and developing individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the recovery team
• Using crisis intervention techniques and implementing suicide prevention protocols when Veterans are in acute distress
• Coordinating care by making referrals to VA services, community resources, and other government agencies
• Mentoring colleagues and providing education to Veterans, families, students, and staff about psychology interventions

What you'll need to have:

• Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA, PCSAS, or CPA accredited program (clinical, counseling, or school psychology)
• Completed APA or CPA accredited internship in professional psychology
• Full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level (unlicensed candidates may be considered for temporary appointment)
• U.S. citizenship and proficiency in spoken and written English
• For GS-13: At least two years of experience as a professional psychologist, with one year at the GS-12 equivalent level

Job Details

A Look at Our Benefits:

• Education Debt Reduction Program: Up to $200,000 in student loan repayment
• Generous paid time off: 37 to 50 days annually, including annual leave, sick leave, and 11 federal holidays
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 12 months of employment
• Traditional federal pension with 5-year vesting plus 401K with up to 5% VA contribution
• Comprehensive federal health, vision, dental, and life insurance options
• Child care subsidy up to $416.66 monthly for eligible families
• Recruitment incentive and sign-on bonus may be authorized