Clinical Psychologist (Neuropsychologist)
Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
The principal function of the position is that of a psychologist providing specialized neuropsychological assessment services. Exercises full professional responsibility for his/her findings, interpretations, decisions, recommendations and reports, and for providing full professional clinical services to inmates in the medical center. Responsible for performing neuropsychological evaluations on both sentenced and unsentenced federal detainees, including those referred for forensic evaluation. Periodically appraises the attitudes, personality dynamics and overall level of adjustment of inmates resulting from participation in current institutional programs. Plans and implements both individual and group psychotherapy on a regularly scheduled basis. Conducts individual interviews and crisis intervention sessions as required. Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff all others required by this position d on a regular and recurring basis.
Career Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1. Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria; 2. Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and 3. Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility: A copy of the agency notice (i.e., separation notice or agency RIF letter), Most recent performance appraisal, and Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location. See USAJOBS' Career Transition Programs for more information. NOTE: Applicants claiming CTAP or ICTAP eligibility must complete all assessment questions to be rated under the established ranking criteria. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.