U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Staff Psychologist - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive - EDRP Approved
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Staff Psychologist - Recruitment/Relocation Incentive - EDRP Approved
Summary: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Duties
This is a direct patient care position which requires General Core Psychology privileges and serves primarily an inpatient medical rehabilitation, palliative care and hospice population with complex and chronic, disabling disease. The employee treats a wide variety of medical and psychological conditions and demonstrates knowledge regarding the role and interaction of cognitive, personality, and other psychological functioning factors. The employee diagnoses psychological disorders through conducting a variety of assessment techniques including clinical interview, psychological, cognitive and capacity evaluations. Mental health treatment and prevention-oriented services will emphasize evidence-based and best practice approaches including individual, group, or couples/family therapy to patients and their families or caregivers alongside behavioral and environmental interventions. The individual will also provide evidence-based interventions to help CLC patients manage behavioral factors associated with behavioral medicine problems and to promote medical compliance. Consultation with other disciplines on the Community Living Center is a normal part of this practice. The employee may also be called upon to provide services to other areas of the hospital served by the Behavioral Health Team and/or assist with crisis management through Employee Assistance Program and the Critical Incident Team. The employee is responsible for timely completion of all clinical charting and documentation required by the Medical Center or healthcare system, as appropriate. The incumbent works in the CLC, hospice and palliative care units as indicated by the needs of the service. The incumbent provides suicide risk assessment and safety planning as needed, including triage for patients at elevated risk of harm to self or others. The incumbent may be called upon to assist with temporary coverage of services to other teams/programs during crises or staffing shortages and may assist with coverage of other mental health areas if deemed necessary by Service Leadership. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Incentives and Benefits
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus):
Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance):
May be authorized EDRP Authorized:
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN17EDRP2@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Pay:
Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off:
37-50 days of annual paid time off per year (13-26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays) Parental Leave:
After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave Child Care Subsidy:
After 60 days of employment, eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of eligible childcare costs (up to $416.66 monthly) for eligible children Retirement:
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions Insurance:
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care Telework:
Not Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all VA Health Care Personnel. Qualifications
The Primary Purpose of the Position : To serve as a staff psychologist on a multidisciplinary inpatient medical rehabilitation, palliative care and hospice team conducting brief cognitive/psychological assessments and brief, problem-focused treatment interventions for patients, families, caregivers and medical providers. Basic Requirements : United States Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. English language proficiency: Psychologists must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j. Education: Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA/PCSAS/CPA accredited program at time of completion, or acceptable alternative pathways as described in the original posting (including internships and licensure pathways). Internship: Must have completed an APA- or CPA-accredited internship or equivalent as described in the posting. Licensure: Must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in the U.S., or be eligible for temporary graduate psychologist appointment where allowed. Note: The full performance level is GS-13; the selected applicant may be placed at GS-11 to GS-13 based on experience and qualifications.
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Summary: This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Program approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application. Duties
This is a direct patient care position which requires General Core Psychology privileges and serves primarily an inpatient medical rehabilitation, palliative care and hospice population with complex and chronic, disabling disease. The employee treats a wide variety of medical and psychological conditions and demonstrates knowledge regarding the role and interaction of cognitive, personality, and other psychological functioning factors. The employee diagnoses psychological disorders through conducting a variety of assessment techniques including clinical interview, psychological, cognitive and capacity evaluations. Mental health treatment and prevention-oriented services will emphasize evidence-based and best practice approaches including individual, group, or couples/family therapy to patients and their families or caregivers alongside behavioral and environmental interventions. The individual will also provide evidence-based interventions to help CLC patients manage behavioral factors associated with behavioral medicine problems and to promote medical compliance. Consultation with other disciplines on the Community Living Center is a normal part of this practice. The employee may also be called upon to provide services to other areas of the hospital served by the Behavioral Health Team and/or assist with crisis management through Employee Assistance Program and the Critical Incident Team. The employee is responsible for timely completion of all clinical charting and documentation required by the Medical Center or healthcare system, as appropriate. The incumbent works in the CLC, hospice and palliative care units as indicated by the needs of the service. The incumbent provides suicide risk assessment and safety planning as needed, including triage for patients at elevated risk of harm to self or others. The incumbent may be called upon to assist with temporary coverage of services to other teams/programs during crises or staffing shortages and may assist with coverage of other mental health areas if deemed necessary by Service Leadership. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 am - 4:30 pm. Incentives and Benefits
Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus):
Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance):
May be authorized EDRP Authorized:
Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN17EDRP2@va.gov, the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance. Pay:
Competitive salary and regular salary increases Paid Time Off:
37-50 days of annual paid time off per year (13-26 days annual leave, 13 days sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays) Parental Leave:
After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave Child Care Subsidy:
After 60 days of employment, eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of eligible childcare costs (up to $416.66 monthly) for eligible children Retirement:
Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% VA contributions Insurance:
Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care Telework:
Not Available Virtual:
This is not a virtual position. Requirements
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job. All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959. Must be proficient in written and spoken English. You may be required to serve a probationary period. Subject to background/security investigation. Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Must pass pre-employment physical examination. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all VA Health Care Personnel. Qualifications
The Primary Purpose of the Position : To serve as a staff psychologist on a multidisciplinary inpatient medical rehabilitation, palliative care and hospice team conducting brief cognitive/psychological assessments and brief, problem-focused treatment interventions for patients, families, caregivers and medical providers. Basic Requirements : United States Citizenship: You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply. English language proficiency: Psychologists must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3j. Education: Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA/PCSAS/CPA accredited program at time of completion, or acceptable alternative pathways as described in the original posting (including internships and licensure pathways). Internship: Must have completed an APA- or CPA-accredited internship or equivalent as described in the posting. Licensure: Must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in the U.S., or be eligible for temporary graduate psychologist appointment where allowed. Note: The full performance level is GS-13; the selected applicant may be placed at GS-11 to GS-13 based on experience and qualifications.
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