Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health)

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.

Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA lists compensation for this psychologist position at $111k to $144k 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.

This position is based in Pearl Harbor, Hawaii.

Key skills and qualifications: Clinical psychology, Behavioral health, Biopsychosocial assessment, Cognitive-behavioral therapy, Mental health diagnosis, Psychological evaluation, Individual counseling, Group counseling. Candidates with experience in these areas may be especially well-suited for this Psychology role.

Core responsibilities: Deliver evidence-based biopsychosocial assessments and provide individual or group mental health treatment. Conduct diagnoses using the DSM and educate clinic staff on mental healthcare principles.

Benefits package: Competitive Compensation, Paid Time Off, Medical Benefits, Student Loan Repayment, Retirement Package with Thrift Savings Plan, Employer Matching Contributions. A comprehensive benefits package is an important factor in evaluating total compensation beyond base salary.