Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health) GS-0180-13

6 days ago
United States$106k–138kPsychology
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No Prescribing

Therapy and assessment only in this state.

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Job Description

Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Eligible

This position qualifies for federal student loan forgiveness. After 10 years of qualifying payments while working full-time for a nonprofit employer, the remaining balance on your Direct Loans may be forgiven.

About the Role

Join Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA as a Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health) GS-0180-13 in United States. Overview This position is located at Carl R. Darnall Army Medical Center, Fort Cavazos, Killeen, TX.

Key Responsibilities

  • Develop, monitor, approve, and document clinical treatment plans and clinical records in a timely fashion.
  • Oversee, administer and interpret psychological testing to include maintaining and securing test instruments and raw testing data.
  • Conduct individual and group therapy, psychoeducational sessions, and psychotherapeutic interventions.

Requirements

  • 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
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Benefits & Compensation

  • PSLF eligible (Public Service Loan Forgiveness).

Work Schedule

  • Full-time position.
  • No explicit call, weekend, or night shift information provided.

This position offers student loan benefits. Work with Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA in United States.

Key Skills

Psychological assessmentClinical treatment planningPsychological testingIndividual therapyGroup therapyPsychoeducational sessionsPsychotherapeutic interventionsClinical supervisionDiagnosisBehavioral health
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Position Insights

Psychology — Psychologist Career Context

This Psychology position at Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA is open to psychologist candidates.

Psychologists are seeing unprecedented demand driven by the mental health crisis, with telehealth dramatically expanding access and enabling fully remote practice.

Compensation Analysis

Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA lists compensation for this psychologist position at $106k to $138k annually.

This employer qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF). Eligible clinicians can have their remaining federal student loan balance forgiven after 120 qualifying monthly payments (10 years). For physicians and advanced practice providers carrying significant educational debt, PSLF eligibility can represent hundreds of thousands of dollars in long-term financial benefit.

Location & Logistics

This position is based in United States.

Why This Position Stands Out

  • Transparent compensation ($106k–$138k)
  • Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible

Skills, Responsibilities & Benefits

Key skills and qualifications: Psychological assessment, Clinical treatment planning, Psychological testing, Individual therapy, Group therapy, Psychoeducational sessions, Psychotherapeutic interventions, Clinical supervision. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: The Clinical Psychologist will conduct psychological assessments, develop treatment plans, and provide individual and group therapy for patients. They are also responsible for overseeing psychological testing and providing expert training to counselors.

Benefits package: Competitive compensation packages, Paid time off, Medical benefits, Student loan repayments, Retirement package, Thrift Savings Plan. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.

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About Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA

Hospitals and Health Care
Falls Church, VA
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Benefits & Perks

Competitive compensation packages
Paid time off
Medical benefits
Student loan repayments
Retirement package
Thrift Savings Plan

Job Details

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6d ago