VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System (DOVA)
Staff Psychologist – Behavioral Medicine
VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System (DOVA), Cleveland, Ohio, us, 44101
Summary
This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet VHA policy eligibility, submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment, and satisfy program approval, award amount (up to $200,000), and eligibility period (one to five years) as determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review. Overview
Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 11/03/2025 to 12/01/2025 Salary
$88,776 to $164,491 per year (GS‑11 – GS‑13) Location
Cleveland, OH (1 vacancy) Remote Work
Not available Telework
No Travel
Not required Relocation Expenses
No Appointment Type
Permanent Work Schedule
Full‑time Service
Excepted Supervisory Status
No Security Clearance
Not Required Drug Test
Yes Position Sensitivity
Non‑Sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness Financial Disclosure
No Bargaining Unit Status
No Announcement Number
CBSR‑12828772‑26‑NN Control Number
849370800 Eligibility
Help The public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Internal to an agency: Current federal employees of the hiring agency. Veterans: Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or their spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference. Clarification from the agency: United States Citizens NOTE: The 2‑page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. Duties
The Staff Psychologist provides professional psychologist services in a Comprehensive Weight Management Program as a Behavioral Medicine provider within the VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System. Responsibilities include: Provides a full range of mental and behavioral health interventions, including individual and group psychotherapy and psycho‑education interventions. Interviews patients, determines the type of assessment battery needed, conducts testing, interprets results and produces reports with conclusions and/or recommendations. Uses new or experimental techniques consistent with accepted clinical‑trial procedures and ethical principles of care. Presents informed reports or educates multidisciplinary staff on the use of newly proven or evidence‑based interventions. Consults with medical and/or mental health staff on the development or evaluation of mental and/or behavioral health intervention programs. Provides comprehensive professional care documentation in the patient record system, adhering with timeliness standards for quality care. Monitors patient’s progress, determines when reassessment is appropriate and adjusts intervention plans accordingly. Serves as a primary provider for Veterans in assigned clinical settings, including managing and coordinating treatment or care, based on clinical needs, and making referrals during treatment when clinically indicated. Work Schedule : Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus) : Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance) : Not Authorized EDRP Authorized : Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN10HREDRPSLRP@va.gov for questions. Pay : Competitive salary and regular salary increases. Pay may include a higher step rate for higher qualifications. 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. Parental Leave : After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Child Care Subsidy : After 60 days of employment, full‑time employees with a household income below $144,000 may receive up to 25 % of childcare costs (max $416.66/month). Retirement : Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5 % employer contribution. Insurance : Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care. Telework : Not Available Virtual : This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement # : GS‑11/93794‑A, GS‑12/93795‑A, GS‑13/93796‑A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized Requirements
Conditions of employment: U.S. Citizen. Urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use before appointment; refusal results in denial. Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959. Proficient written and spoken English. Background/security investigation required. Complete online onboarding and ID verification. Physical evaluation required. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program required. Complete all application requirements listed in the Required Documents section. Applicants will undergo a 1‑ or 2‑year trial period; performance, conduct, agency needs, and efficiency are considered. Employment terminated unless continued employment is certified as serving the public interest. Qualifications
Basic Requirements : United States Citizenship. English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Education: Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA/CPA/CPA accredited program; specialty consistent with assignment. OR doctoral degree in any psychology area with a successful respecialization program meeting APA/CPA accreditation and specialty consistency. OR doctoral degree from 1951‑1978 with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature. Internship: Accredited APA/CPA program internship experience, or alternative acceptable programs per VHA policy. OR board certification in psychologist specialty (current). Applicants from 1951‑1978 doctoral programs may fulfill internship requirement via supervised internship experience. Licensure: Full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology at doctoral level in a U.S. state, territory, or DC. Non‑licensed applicants may be temporarily appointed under 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2)(B) for up to two years with supervision. Grandfathering Provision may apply to current VHA employees who meet criteria. Grade Determinations : GS‑11: No additional experience beyond basic requirement. GS‑12: At least one full year of professional psychologist experience equivalent to GS‑11 level; demonstrate knowledge, skills, abilities, treatment design, research, and collaboration. Knowledge and application of professional psychological treatments and assessment methods. Design and implementation of effective treatment strategies. Incorporation of new clinical procedures. Conduct research activities including project design and execution. Perform basic research tasks within established research teams. GS‑13: At least two additional years of experience, including one year equivalent to GS‑12 level, with active professional practice or supervised post‑doctoral training, and current unrestricted license. Knowledge of professional treatments for varied patient populations. Professional advice and consultation in behavioral health. Knowledge of clinical research literature. Reference : For more information on qualification standards, visit
VA Qualification Standards . The vacancy's full performance level is GS‑13; actual grade may range GS‑11 – GS‑13. Physical Requirements : Primarily sedentary; requires proficiency in English and effective communication. Education
Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited institutions qualify. Verify education at
U.S. Education Dept . Foreign education requires Certificate of Foreign Equivalency. Additional Information
Federal employees earn annual leave at a rate based on years of service. Credit for annual leave accrual is based on prior work or military experience. Credits must be requested and approved before appointment. The position is Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. Benefits
Comprehensive federal benefits including health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care, retirement, paid time off, parental leave, childcare subsidy, and 401(k) contributions. Required Documents
Complete application package includes: Resume (include month and year of previous employment). Current SF‑50 if a federal employee. Transcripts. For applicants needing a clinical resume, download the standard document from
here . Upload full resume/CV in the ‘Other’ document upload field if no page limit. How to Apply
Applicants must complete the full questionnaire and submit required documents by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/01/2025. Click
here
for the questionnaire. Steps: Apply Online: Create or log into USAJOBS account, select resume and documents, complete questionnaire. Submit answers to finalize application. Ensure all responses and documents are submitted before the closing date. Agency Contact Information
Ron Smith Phone: 216‑217‑4583 Email: Ronald.Smith11@va.gov
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This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. Applicants must meet VHA policy eligibility, submit an EDRP application within four months of appointment, and satisfy program approval, award amount (up to $200,000), and eligibility period (one to five years) as determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review. Overview
Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 11/03/2025 to 12/01/2025 Salary
$88,776 to $164,491 per year (GS‑11 – GS‑13) Location
Cleveland, OH (1 vacancy) Remote Work
Not available Telework
No Travel
Not required Relocation Expenses
No Appointment Type
Permanent Work Schedule
Full‑time Service
Excepted Supervisory Status
No Security Clearance
Not Required Drug Test
Yes Position Sensitivity
Non‑Sensitive (NS)/Low Risk Credentialing
Suitability/Fitness Financial Disclosure
No Bargaining Unit Status
No Announcement Number
CBSR‑12828772‑26‑NN Control Number
849370800 Eligibility
Help The public: U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. Internal to an agency: Current federal employees of the hiring agency. Veterans: Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or their spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference. Clarification from the agency: United States Citizens NOTE: The 2‑page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. Duties
The Staff Psychologist provides professional psychologist services in a Comprehensive Weight Management Program as a Behavioral Medicine provider within the VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System. Responsibilities include: Provides a full range of mental and behavioral health interventions, including individual and group psychotherapy and psycho‑education interventions. Interviews patients, determines the type of assessment battery needed, conducts testing, interprets results and produces reports with conclusions and/or recommendations. Uses new or experimental techniques consistent with accepted clinical‑trial procedures and ethical principles of care. Presents informed reports or educates multidisciplinary staff on the use of newly proven or evidence‑based interventions. Consults with medical and/or mental health staff on the development or evaluation of mental and/or behavioral health intervention programs. Provides comprehensive professional care documentation in the patient record system, adhering with timeliness standards for quality care. Monitors patient’s progress, determines when reassessment is appropriate and adjusts intervention plans accordingly. Serves as a primary provider for Veterans in assigned clinical settings, including managing and coordinating treatment or care, based on clinical needs, and making referrals during treatment when clinically indicated. Work Schedule : Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Recruitment Incentive (Sign‑on Bonus) : Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance) : Not Authorized EDRP Authorized : Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive. Contact VISN10HREDRPSLRP@va.gov for questions. Pay : Competitive salary and regular salary increases. Pay may include a higher step rate for higher qualifications. 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. Parental Leave : After 12 months of employment, up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave. Child Care Subsidy : After 60 days of employment, full‑time employees with a household income below $144,000 may receive up to 25 % of childcare costs (max $416.66/month). Retirement : Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401(k) with up to 5 % employer contribution. Insurance : Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care. Telework : Not Available Virtual : This is not a virtual position. Functional Statement # : GS‑11/93794‑A, GS‑12/93795‑A, GS‑13/93796‑A Permanent Change of Station (PCS) : Not Authorized Requirements
Conditions of employment: U.S. Citizen. Urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use before appointment; refusal results in denial. Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959. Proficient written and spoken English. Background/security investigation required. Complete online onboarding and ID verification. Physical evaluation required. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program required. Complete all application requirements listed in the Required Documents section. Applicants will undergo a 1‑ or 2‑year trial period; performance, conduct, agency needs, and efficiency are considered. Employment terminated unless continued employment is certified as serving the public interest. Qualifications
Basic Requirements : United States Citizenship. English Language Proficiency: Must be proficient in written and spoken English. Education: Doctoral degree in psychology from an APA/CPA/CPA accredited program; specialty consistent with assignment. OR doctoral degree in any psychology area with a successful respecialization program meeting APA/CPA accreditation and specialty consistency. OR doctoral degree from 1951‑1978 with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature. Internship: Accredited APA/CPA program internship experience, or alternative acceptable programs per VHA policy. OR board certification in psychologist specialty (current). Applicants from 1951‑1978 doctoral programs may fulfill internship requirement via supervised internship experience. Licensure: Full, current, unrestricted license to practice psychology at doctoral level in a U.S. state, territory, or DC. Non‑licensed applicants may be temporarily appointed under 38 U.S.C. 7405(c)(2)(B) for up to two years with supervision. Grandfathering Provision may apply to current VHA employees who meet criteria. Grade Determinations : GS‑11: No additional experience beyond basic requirement. GS‑12: At least one full year of professional psychologist experience equivalent to GS‑11 level; demonstrate knowledge, skills, abilities, treatment design, research, and collaboration. Knowledge and application of professional psychological treatments and assessment methods. Design and implementation of effective treatment strategies. Incorporation of new clinical procedures. Conduct research activities including project design and execution. Perform basic research tasks within established research teams. GS‑13: At least two additional years of experience, including one year equivalent to GS‑12 level, with active professional practice or supervised post‑doctoral training, and current unrestricted license. Knowledge of professional treatments for varied patient populations. Professional advice and consultation in behavioral health. Knowledge of clinical research literature. Reference : For more information on qualification standards, visit
VA Qualification Standards . The vacancy's full performance level is GS‑13; actual grade may range GS‑11 – GS‑13. Physical Requirements : Primarily sedentary; requires proficiency in English and effective communication. Education
Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited institutions qualify. Verify education at
U.S. Education Dept . Foreign education requires Certificate of Foreign Equivalency. Additional Information
Federal employees earn annual leave at a rate based on years of service. Credit for annual leave accrual is based on prior work or military experience. Credits must be requested and approved before appointment. The position is Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. Benefits
Comprehensive federal benefits including health/vision/dental/term life/long‑term care, retirement, paid time off, parental leave, childcare subsidy, and 401(k) contributions. Required Documents
Complete application package includes: Resume (include month and year of previous employment). Current SF‑50 if a federal employee. Transcripts. For applicants needing a clinical resume, download the standard document from
here . Upload full resume/CV in the ‘Other’ document upload field if no page limit. How to Apply
Applicants must complete the full questionnaire and submit required documents by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/01/2025. Click
here
for the questionnaire. Steps: Apply Online: Create or log into USAJOBS account, select resume and documents, complete questionnaire. Submit answers to finalize application. Ensure all responses and documents are submitted before the closing date. Agency Contact Information
Ron Smith Phone: 216‑217‑4583 Email: Ronald.Smith11@va.gov
#J-18808-Ljbffr