Staff Psychologist

Psychologist Position

The incumbent provides psychological care and services to Veterans with mental health conditions. The incumbent also offers mental health consultation and liaison support to primary care providers within the primary care clinic at the VA Hackensack Outpatient Health Clinic.

Provides individual psychotherapy to Veterans experiencing a range of mental health conditions, including those identified by primary care providers as having depression, PTSD, suicidal ideation, or alcohol and/or substance use disorders. Additionally, provides couples counseling and family therapy when clinically appropriate.

Conducts mental health triage for Veterans referred by primary care providers for urgent mental health concerns or for those requiring support, intervention, or risk assessment.

Delivers time-limited individual and group psychotherapies designed to promote healthy adjustment to long-term medical conditions, with particular emphasis on Veterans whose medical issues increase their risk for secondary complications.

Participates in the collection of assessment information and the development of comprehensive treatment plans for Veterans. Serves on hospital committees as assigned and functions as an advisor, consultant, and resource to medical center staff.

Maintains accurate records and follow-up data for assigned Veterans. Contributes to program planning by evaluating the effectiveness of mental health services and recommending modifications to better meet the needs of the Veteran population.

This position has no set tour hours; work is scheduled based on clinical demand and the employee is compensated only for hours actually worked.

This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 00000