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Clinical Psychologist (Staff Psychologist) - Recruitment Incentive

Bureau of Prisons/Federal Prison System · Posted 37 days ago

On-site Aliceville, AL $75K – $145K Apply by Sep 30, 2026 Psychology INFJINFP Healthcare
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About the Role

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

What You'll Do

  • Participates in the administration, scoring, and interpretation of a wide variety of personality evaluation methods and is responsible for the preparation of comprehensive psychological reports for various purposes.
  • Assists in interdisciplinary classification of inmates by identifying behavioral, emotional, organic, drug/alcohol, or personality problems and the subsequent development of appropriate programs on an individual basis.
  • Completes reports for institutional staff on inmates who may manifest sudden bizarre behavior or thoughts, insomnia, psychosomatic complaints, suicidal preoccupations, depression, somnambulism, anxiety, situational crisis, or long-term disciplinary and segregation cases, etc.
  • Conducts individual treatment and crisis intervention sessions on an as needed or emergency basis.
  • Responsible for providing assessment and referral services for staff referred to psychology services by their supervisors or for staff personally requesting assistance with problems of alcohol use, drug use, or emotional problems which are affecting job performance.
  • Along with all other correctional institution employees, incumbent is charged with responsibility for maintaining security of the institution.
  • The staffs' correctional responsibilities precede all others required by this position and are performed on a regular and recurring basis.

Requirements

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Key Requirements: U.S.
  • Citizenship is Required.
  • See Special Conditions of Employment Section.
  • Selective Service Requirement See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable.
  • ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement.
  • Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable).

Benefits

  • Imagine a career where job security, regular advancement and federal employee benefits, meant you might get to retire early in 20-25 years.
  • All of this and more is available to you, when you choose a rewarding career at the Federal Bureau of Prisons.
  • Visit www.bop.gov to learn more about law enforcement benefits, competitive pay and generous vacation leave.
  • ADDITIONAL SALARY INFORMATION: A 25% Recruitment Incentive will be paid to selectee(s) who meets the criteria for recruitment bonuses.
  • For more information, visit BOP Incentives.
  • A 25% Retention Incentive may be authorized upon completion of the recruitment service agreement period.
  • Contact the institution of interest for specific information.
  • Nonforeign Area Cost-of-Living Allowances (COLA): There is an 8.64% (of basic pay) Cost of Living Allowance (COLA) authorized for FDC Honolulu, HI, and a 2.49% for MDC Guaynabo, PR.
  • See COLA and Locality Pay Rates in Nonforeign Areas for more information.
  • To contact a recruiter for further information, visit Medical Staffing and Recruitment. or visit our Medical Professionals page for more information.

Personality Fit

This role is commonly a great fit for these MBTI types:

Job ID: 6c4b649a-aa8b-4f9c-ae55-42f365b57d81

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