As Clinical Psychologist (Staff Psychologist) this position will provide psychological services to youth and adults within the Behavioral Health Service of the Acoma-Canoncito-Laguna Service Unit (ACL), Indian Health Service (IHS), Acomita, NM. Duties will be performed under the supervision of the Supervisory Psychologist.

Duties

Total Compensation Package - Check out IHS's outstanding total compensation package for this job: Total Compensation | Pay (ihs.gov) Major duties include, but are not limited to: Provides direct clinical psychological services consisting of individual, family and group psychotherapy and telehealth for those presenting with a range of emotional and psychiatric disorders. Provides psychological evaluations for emotional and psychiatric disorders utilizing appropriate psychological testing in accordance with established standards. Consults with medical staff on appropriate services, treatment or referral to other appropriate facilities. Coordinates patient care and outreach services with providers, agencies, tribal entities, families and individuals to develop comprehensive services and provide continuity of patient care. Develops evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment options allowing for the sensitive and appropriate cross-cultural areas of psychotherapy in community planning and working with local organizations. Carries out case management services and maintains appropriate client records.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• If you are a male, born after December 31, 1959, and you want to be employed by the federal government, you must (subject to certain exemptions) be registered with the Selective Service System.
• Selectee may be subject to a probationary period.
• ESEP appointees typically serve a two-year trial period.
• Measles and Rubella immunization required for selectees born after 1957 and seasonal influenza immunization is required for all staff working in Indian Health Service health care facilities.
• You will be subject to call back and/or stand by.
• A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation and favorable adjudication.
• COVID-19 vaccination is required for all selectees prior to entrance on duty.
• You must obtain and maintain medical staff clinical privileges, including any licensure requirements. If not obtained or maintained during employment, you will be subject to adverse actions, up to and including removal from Federal service.
• You must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/.
• Commissioned Corps Officers: The USPHS Commissioned Corps Officers who wish to apply for this vacancy announcement must submit a resume and all other required documents specified in the announcement.
• May be required to operate a Government-owned or leased motor vehicle for official purposes which requires a state operator's license (Class D).
• You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you.
• IHS - Operated Properties are tobacco free.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, your resume must state sufficient experience and/or education, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are applying. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. The Hiring Manager/Selecting Official may elect to utilize an available flexibility wherein applicants who are currently enrolled and expected to complete the required education and/or obtain the required licensure/certification/registration within 9 month(s) of applying, may be deemed tentatively qualified. Basic Requirements for the Clinical Psychologist, 0180 You must have completed the requirements for a doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology. Selective Placement Factor You must possess and maintain a current, valid, unrestricted license(s) as a psychologist in a state, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Territory of the United States. Exception: A Public Law (P.L.) 94-437 Indian Health Care Improvement Act graduate who has received a qualifying degree in the 12 months preceding appointment may be appointed with the stipulation that they obtain certification within two years of their entrance on duty. You must include a copy of such license or proof of the degree with your application. Failure to do so may result in being found not qualified for this position. Additional Requirements In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements, to qualify for the grade GS-13, you must have one full year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (obtained in public or private sector) performing the following: (1) Applying ethical and professional guidelines in diagnosing and treating emotional and psychiatric disorders; (2) Providing clinical psychological services and care for children, adolescent and adult individuals with emotional and/or psychiatric disorders; (3) Using knowledge of human behavior and performance in assessing and developing treatment and preventative services for behavioral disorders, mental or emotional illnesses, or substance abuse; (4) Performing health care and psychotherapy interventions which may include youth or adult patients, families or groups. Copies (official or unofficial) transcripts should be included in your application to support meeting the Basic Requirements. You must meet all qualification requirements within 30 days of the closing date of the announcement. Time In Grade Federal employees in the competitive service are also subject to the Time-In-Grade Requirements: Merit Promotion (status) candidates must have completed one year of service at the next lower grade level. Time-In-Grade provisions do not apply under the Excepted Service Examining Plan (ESEP).

Education

This position has Basic Requirements. You are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed, and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application package. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer.

Only attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be credited. Applicants can verify accreditation at the following website: https://www.ed.gov/accreditation.

If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.

Contacts

• Address Albuquerque Area Indian Health Service 4101 Indian School Rd NE, Suite 225 Albuquerque, NM 87110 US
• Name: San Antonio Services Branch
• Phone: 816-541-8101
• Email: [email protected]