USAJOBS · 1 month ago
DOJ Pathways Recent Graduate Program - Bureau of Prisons (Psychology Postdoctoral Trainee)
Multiple Locations, USA
Full-time, Contract
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
$74K/yr - $96K/yrThe DOJ Pathways Recent Graduate Program offers a temporary position for a Psychology Postdoctoral Trainee within the Bureau of Prisons. The role involves providing professional psychological services, conducting assessments, and assisting in staff training to enhance the treatment and rehabilitation of inmates.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
As a member of an interdisciplinary team with at least two hours per week of supervision by a licensed, doctoral level psychologist, provides professional psychological services within his/her specialty area
Specific services might include, but are not limited to: diagnostics or assessments, therapy or treatment, research or program evaluation, and in-service training
Aids staff in formulating programs for inmates and/or staff
Conducts and/or aids in staff training and consults with staff at all levels regarding treatment, training, and research within his/her specialty area
Keeps abreast of new trends and techniques, develops and improves professional skills, and maintains contact with the academic and professional community
Assists in administrative functions of the department as they relate to his/her specialty area
Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution. The staff correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis
Qualification
Required
Satisfactory completion of all the requirements for the doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology is required
Applicants may have received this degree in either clinical or counseling psychology
Applicants currently enrolled in a Clinical Psychology Internship, may apply to this vacancy announcement within 9 months of completion
Applicants currently enrolled in a PH.D. or equivalent program must be within 9 months of completing the required program
Applicants MUST submit a copy of their unofficial transcript documenting current enrollment in a Ph.D. program
Applicants MUST upload an official letter from the Registrar office or Dean validating current enrollment and your program projected completion date
Failure to submit any of these required documents may result in loss of consideration for this position
If selected, applicants must also provide an official transcript documenting completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent degree to the institution's Human Resource Office prior to entry on duty
U.S. Citizenship is Required
Selective Service Requirement
Benefits
Health and life insurance coverage for Federal employees depends on the type of appointment.
Students hired under the Recent Graduates Program may be entitled to these benefits.
Temporary employees are not eligible for coverage under the Federal Employees' Group Life Insurance Program.
Applicants hired under the Recent Graduates Program on appointments for 90 days or more are eligible to earn annual and sick leave.
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