Counseling Psychologist

About the Position: This is an open continuous announcement. Multiple vacancies exist and may be filled from this announcement. We accept applications on an ongoing basis; qualified applicants will be considered as vacancies become available. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation. A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized Salary negotiation may be available for those candidates who are new to Federal service. Student Loan repayment may be authorized.

Conduct evaluations of Soldiers, family members, retirees, and eligible Federal civilian employees referred for consultation.

Prepare written findings and diagnoses in a detailed, clear, and concise manner.

Prepare treatment plans that incorporate psychological theory and counseling techniques, and goals needed to restore patients to their normal work and social environment.

Provide strategic interventions, motivational interviewing techniques and crisis counseling for patients and families.

Document case findings, diagnoses, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.

Apply complex behavioral health principles to conduct comprehensive behavioral health evaluations.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.