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

• VA Careers - Psychologist: https://youtube.com/embed/77qHlLw9Xck Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional This position is located within the Behavioral VA Care Line - with primary assignment to the outpatient Posttraumatic Stress Disorder Treatment Services in Buffalo
• The psychologist functions as part of an interdisciplinary team - providing comprehensive outpatient and assessment and treatment to Veterans - as well as clinical consultation and systemic consultation to allied clinicians and administrators
• This position is telework eligible on an ad hoc basis only
• GS-11 Entry Level - Works under direct supervision GS-12 Developmental Level - Works under supervision GS-13 Full Performance Level - Works Independently CLINICAL RESPONSIBILITIES The following clinical activities are expected in the assignment for Staff Psychologists: Provides a full range of psycho-diagnostic services including assessment and using the most appropriate psychotherapeutic techniques in providing quality care
• Performs clinically indicated psychological evaluations for outpatient Veterans with Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
• Provides a full range of therapeutic interventions including individual therapy - group therapy - evidence-based practices - and psychoeducation classes for veterans with PTSD
• Best practices - practice guidelines and evidence-based treatment protocols are utilized to the extent feasible in all therapeutic interventions ADMINISTRATIVE RESPONSIBILITIES Participates in Psychology privileging - educational and peer review activities - in accordance with Psychology and medical center policies
• Participates as a non-voting member of the medical staff - in accord with medical staff by-laws
• Participates in support of BVAC and Psychology administrative and performance improvement activities - e.g. - by taking on assigned projects and serving on committees
• Completes required clinical and administrative documentation in a timely manner and in accord with governing regulations (e.g. - OPPE - VA policies)
• Academic/Teaching/Training May be Involved in the Psychology Training Program and Training Committee
• May supervise psychology predoctoral interns - practicum students - and post-doctoral fellows in accord with training program policies and accrediting agency requirements
• Provide staff - student - and community agencies didactic training and consultation as requested in content areas of scholarly and/or clinical expertise
• May supervise or train allied health providers in accord with facility and regulatory standards regarding such training
• Participates fully in educational development through staff and section meetings
• Research/Program Evaluation: If applicable - plans and oversees the completion of personal research programs - designed to provide information regarding program planning and relevant treatment approaches
• Presents outcome data and research results at VA - regional - or national scientific or professional meetings
• May participate in the preparation of RFP's and grant proposals - as assigned
• Consultation/Liaison: Serves on Medical Center or Healthcare System - VISN - and/or National VA committees or task forces - as endorsed by supervisors
• May actively participate in leadership roles on local - state and national professional organizations
• Other duties as assigned
• Work Schedule: Monday- Friday 8AM- 4:30PM Compressed/Flexible: Available EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
• Contact VHAEDRPProgramSupport@va.gov - the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance
• Learn more Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade)
• 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 experience
• Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child
• Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144 -000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66
• Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Ad-Hoc Agreement available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
• Functional Statement #: 21Y62-O