taff Psychologist SUD Recovery - VA Grand Junction - Up to $171K + EDRP

Description

The VA Western Colorado Health Care System in Grand Junction is looking for a Staff Psychologist to join their Substance Use Disorder Recovery program. You'll provide specialized mental health treatment to Veterans struggling with substance use disorders and co-occurring conditions like PTSD and other mental health challenges. This role involves delivering evidence-based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for SUD, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, and Contingency Management. You'll work with a diverse Veteran population, conduct assessments, develop treatment plans, and serve as an advocate for those you serve. This position offers up to $200,000 in student loan repayment through the EDRP program, a potential sign-on bonus, and excellent federal benefits.

Here's what you'll be doing:

• Providing individual, group, and family psychotherapy using evidence-based interventions for substance use disorders and co-morbid mental health conditions
• Utilizing recognized treatments such as CBT for SUD, Motivational Enhancement Therapy, and Contingency Management
• Conducting comprehensive psychosocial assessments and developing coordinated treatment plans with the care team
• Implementing Measurement Based Care to track treatment effectiveness and patient outcomes
• Providing crisis intervention using Suicide Prevention and Management of Suicidal Behavior protocols
• Assessing and documenting behaviors or symptoms of abuse, neglect, exploitation, and intimate partner violence
• Coordinating referrals to VA services, community resources, and other government agencies
• Providing consultation, education, and mentorship to colleagues, students, and community agencies
• Advocating on behalf of Veterans to ensure timely access to services and benefits

What you'll need to have:

• U.S. Citizenship (non-citizens may be appointed when qualified citizens cannot be recruited)
• Doctoral degree in psychology (clinical, counseling, or related specialty) from an APA, PCSAS, or CPA accredited program
• Successfully completed APA or CPA accredited professional psychology internship
• Full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in any U.S. State or territory (non-licensed applicants may be considered for temporary appointment at GS-11/12)
• Proficiency in written and spoken English
• For GS-12: At least one year of experience as a professional psychologist at the GS-11 level
• For GS-13: At least two years of experience as a professional psychologist, with one year at the GS-12 level

Job Details

A Look at Our Benefits:

• Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP) with up to $200,000 in student loan repayment
• Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus) may be authorized
• 37-50 days of annual paid time off per year, including 13-26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, and 11 federal holidays
• Up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave after 12 months of employment
• Child care subsidy up to $416.66 per month for eligible employees with family income below $144,000
• Traditional federal pension (5-year vesting) and 401K with up to 5% VA contribution
• Federal health, vision, dental, term life, and long-term care insurance (many plans can be carried into retirement)
• Credit toward annual leave accrual based on prior work or military service experience