Clinical Psychologist

Job title: Clinical Psychologist

Company: Federal government of the United States

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KeywordsLocation or RemoteSearchClinical PsychologistDepartment of DefenseMilitary Treatment Facilities under DHAPrintShareSaveSummaryAbout the Position: This position is located within Brooke Army Medical Center at Fort Sam Houston, Texas.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.Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.SummaryAbout the Position: This position is located within Brooke Army Medical Center at Fort Sam Houston, Texas.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.Federal work experience may be creditable for leave purposes.This is a Direct Hire Solicitation.OverviewOpen & closing dates11/06/2025 to 11/17/2025 Salary$106,932 to – $139,013 per year Pay scale & grade GS 13LocationFort Sam Houston, TX1 vacancyRemote jobNo Telework eligibleNo Travel RequiredNot required Relocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanent Work scheduleFull-time ServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)
Supervisory statusNo Security clearanceDrug testYes Position sensitivity and riskTrust determination process
Financial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberHSJW-26-12830312-DHA-R2 Control number 849563900This job is open toDuties

• Conduct psychological assessments and formulate behavioral health interventions within a primary care setting; assist with implementation and monitoring of treatment plans with Primary Care Managers and Behavioral Health Case Managers.
• Provide timely and concise feedback to PCMs regarding consultation findings and recommendations; provide concise documentation of care and recommendations within the patient’s medical record.
• Provide focused follow up care, including relapse-prevention education; triage and refer patients to Specialty Behavioral Health Care when appropriate.
• Evaluate treatment effectiveness and make appropriate adjustments; provide on-going consultation services for a sub-set of patients who require on-going monitoring.
• Develop, teach, and provide oversight for classes that promote education and skill-building to enhance psychological and physical health; promote behavioral change related to improved health status.

RequirementsConditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• A Personnel Security Investigation is required.
• Selectees will be required to sign a statement (Condition of Employment) consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
• This position is a Testing Designated Position subject to pre-employment screening and random drug testing. Selectees will be required to consent to participation in random drug urinalysis testing.
• A pre-placement medical examination is required.’
• Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the American Red Cross or American Heart Association. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.

QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is .Basic Requirement for Clinical Psychologist:Degree: Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology.In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements below:Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes performing biopsychosocial evaluations, developing behavioral health treatment plans, and providing psychological counseling. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone– no substitution of education for experience is permitted.**This position requires a current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Psychology independently offered by a U.S. State, District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction.EducationFOREIGN 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: .Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• Recruitment or relocation incentives MAY be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the

information sheet. * Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

• Position is designated as Mission Essential. The incumbent will be required to report to work during times of contingency operations, natural disasters, extreme weather or other emergency situations.

Expand Hide additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.Benefits

Expected salary: $139013 per year

Location: Fort Sam Houston, TX

Job date: Fri, 07 Nov 2025 05:09:33 GMT

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