JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS (DOJ)
Clinical Psychologist (Specialty Program Coordinator – STAGES)
JUSTICE, BUREAU OF PRISONS (DOJ), Waseca, Minnesota, United States, 56093
Overview
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Duties
Responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating and evaluating the specialty treatment program and for coordinating and evaluating all activities within the specialty treatment program. Responsible for the administration, scoring and interpretation of a wide variety of psychological testing instruments and procedures. Plans and performs both individual and group psychotherapy on a regularly scheduled basis. Also conducts a wide variety of interviews and crisis intervention sessions. Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary unit team in developing, implementing, and assessing program needs and goals. Plans and performs both individual and group psychotherapy on a regularly scheduled basis. Directly responsible for development, evaluation and coordination of residential and nonresidential treatment programs (if applicable) and for designing individual treatment plans. Treatment modalities and techniques used include (but are not limited to) behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, insight-oriented psychotherapy, behavioral group psychotherapy, bio-feedback, crisis intervention, assertiveness training, social skills therapy, substance abuse education, individual psychotherapy, and pre-release planning. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis. Requirements
Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship is Required. See Special Conditions of Employment Section. Selective Service Requirement: http://www.sss.gov Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. NOTE: Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must complete all assessment questions to be rated under the established category rating criteria. Qualifications
To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements: Basic Requirements: Degree: satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required. Applicants may have received this degree in either clinical or counseling psychology. AND In addition to the basic requirements, applicants must have: Education: GS-12 and GS-13: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position. Experience: GS-12 and GS-13: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. Qualifying experience includes: GS-12: Experience treating patients with serious mental illness, trauma disorders, and/or substance use disorders in individual and/or group therapy; experience developing individualized treatment plans based on cognitive-behavioral interventions; experience completing comprehensive psychological assessments. GS-13: Experience in developing, implementing, evaluating and coordinating residential and/or nonresidential treatment programs; conducting individual and group cognitive behavioral psychotherapy; conducting clinical interviews, reviewing records, administering and interpreting psychological tests, and preparing reports and treatment recommendations. Selective Factor: Applicants must hold a full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State/Territory/Commonwealth or the District of Columbia. Documentation must be uploaded with the application and show the license expiration date. Note: All applicants must electronically upload a copy of their license at the time they apply. The documentation must show the expiration date. Failure to provide this documentation will result in loss of consideration. Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application. Education
See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable. Only if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS and MUST include identifying information. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see the Recognition of Foreign Qualifications. If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education, you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty. Additional information
Geographic relocation may be required. Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. All applicants are subject to NCIC and credit checks. Some selections may require a probationary period and outcome-based conditions. As a condition of employment, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period and may be subject to a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm. The Core Value Assessment is an in-person assessment that must be administered at a Bureau of Prisons HR office. Details and requirements are provided in the full announcement. Benefits: A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on position type and schedule. Required documents
Required Documents Veterans’ Preference Documentation: Failure to submit all required documents may result in loss of preference eligibility. DD-214: Veterans must provide a DD-214 showing honorable or general discharge. SF-15: If applicable, provide the completed SF-15 and required documentation. Resume: 2-page limit; include start/end dates (MM/YYYY) and hours per week; relevant experience only. College transcript: includes School Name, Student Name, Degree, Date Awarded. Official transcripts required if selected. SF-50: for proof of prior LEO coverage, if applicable. Other helpful guidance and applying instructions are provided in the full job posting. How to Apply How to Apply
Submit a complete/detailed resume or CV (2 pages max). Address selective factor if required. Submit supporting documents (transcripts, certification, registration, license, if applicable). Apply online via USAJOBS and ensure all required information is provided. Agency contact information: CSU – 972-352-4200, BOP-HRM-HRSC-ConsolidatedStaffingUnit-S@bop.gov Address: Consolidated Staffing Unit, 346 Marine Forces Drive, Grand Prairie, Texas 75051, United States Next steps
Applicants will be notified via email as steps are completed. A final offer is typically issued within about 80 days after the closing date. Fair and transparent hiring process guidance is provided in the posting.
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Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities. Duties
Responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating and evaluating the specialty treatment program and for coordinating and evaluating all activities within the specialty treatment program. Responsible for the administration, scoring and interpretation of a wide variety of psychological testing instruments and procedures. Plans and performs both individual and group psychotherapy on a regularly scheduled basis. Also conducts a wide variety of interviews and crisis intervention sessions. Participates as a member of an interdisciplinary unit team in developing, implementing, and assessing program needs and goals. Plans and performs both individual and group psychotherapy on a regularly scheduled basis. Directly responsible for development, evaluation and coordination of residential and nonresidential treatment programs (if applicable) and for designing individual treatment plans. Treatment modalities and techniques used include (but are not limited to) behavior therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, insight-oriented psychotherapy, behavioral group psychotherapy, bio-feedback, crisis intervention, assertiveness training, social skills therapy, substance abuse education, individual psychotherapy, and pre-release planning. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis. Requirements
Conditions of employment
U.S. Citizenship is Required. See Special Conditions of Employment Section. Selective Service Requirement: http://www.sss.gov Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility. NOTE: Applicants claiming CTAP/ICTAP eligibility must complete all assessment questions to be rated under the established category rating criteria. Qualifications
To be considered for the position, you must meet the following qualification requirements: Basic Requirements: Degree: satisfactory completion of all the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required. Applicants may have received this degree in either clinical or counseling psychology. AND In addition to the basic requirements, applicants must have: Education: GS-12 and GS-13: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position. Experience: GS-12 and GS-13: At least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level. Qualifying experience includes: GS-12: Experience treating patients with serious mental illness, trauma disorders, and/or substance use disorders in individual and/or group therapy; experience developing individualized treatment plans based on cognitive-behavioral interventions; experience completing comprehensive psychological assessments. GS-13: Experience in developing, implementing, evaluating and coordinating residential and/or nonresidential treatment programs; conducting individual and group cognitive behavioral psychotherapy; conducting clinical interviews, reviewing records, administering and interpreting psychological tests, and preparing reports and treatment recommendations. Selective Factor: Applicants must hold a full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology at the doctoral level in a State/Territory/Commonwealth or the District of Columbia. Documentation must be uploaded with the application and show the license expiration date. Note: All applicants must electronically upload a copy of their license at the time they apply. The documentation must show the expiration date. Failure to provide this documentation will result in loss of consideration. Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application. Education
See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable. Only if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS and MUST include identifying information. Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see the Recognition of Foreign Qualifications. If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education, you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty. Additional information
Geographic relocation may be required. Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of pre-employment checks. All applicants are subject to NCIC and credit checks. Some selections may require a probationary period and outcome-based conditions. As a condition of employment, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period and may be subject to a qualification inquiry regarding convictions of misdemeanor crimes of domestic violence in order to be authorized to carry a firearm. The Core Value Assessment is an in-person assessment that must be administered at a Bureau of Prisons HR office. Details and requirements are provided in the full announcement. Benefits: A career with the U.S. government provides a comprehensive benefits package. Eligibility depends on position type and schedule. Required documents
Required Documents Veterans’ Preference Documentation: Failure to submit all required documents may result in loss of preference eligibility. DD-214: Veterans must provide a DD-214 showing honorable or general discharge. SF-15: If applicable, provide the completed SF-15 and required documentation. Resume: 2-page limit; include start/end dates (MM/YYYY) and hours per week; relevant experience only. College transcript: includes School Name, Student Name, Degree, Date Awarded. Official transcripts required if selected. SF-50: for proof of prior LEO coverage, if applicable. Other helpful guidance and applying instructions are provided in the full job posting. How to Apply How to Apply
Submit a complete/detailed resume or CV (2 pages max). Address selective factor if required. Submit supporting documents (transcripts, certification, registration, license, if applicable). Apply online via USAJOBS and ensure all required information is provided. Agency contact information: CSU – 972-352-4200, BOP-HRM-HRSC-ConsolidatedStaffingUnit-S@bop.gov Address: Consolidated Staffing Unit, 346 Marine Forces Drive, Grand Prairie, Texas 75051, United States Next steps
Applicants will be notified via email as steps are completed. A final offer is typically issued within about 80 days after the closing date. Fair and transparent hiring process guidance is provided in the posting.
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