Job Listing: Clinical Psychologist

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 1 vacancy - Washoe Cty (Carson City, Reno, Sparks), NV Become a part of the Department that touches the lives of every American! At the Department of Health and Human Services you can give back to your community, state, and country by making a difference in the lives of Americans everywhere. Join HHS and help to make our world healthier, safer and better for all Americans.

Preference in filling vacancies is given to qualified Native American Indian Candidates or Alaska Natives in accordance with the INDIAN PREFERENCE ACT, TITLE 25, US CODE, SECTION 472 & 473.  In other than the above, the Indian Health Service is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

*This position is covered under an Inter-Governmental Personnel Act (IPA) agreement and is assigned to the Reno-Sparks Indian Colony.  The incumbent remains an employee of the Indian Health Service and retains the rights and benefits attached to that status while serving under this assignment.

Major Duties

Provides a full range of psychological services including evaluation, diagnosis, consultation, referral, psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and specialized treatment modalities for children/adolescents and their families.  Provides initial psychometric assessment of all clients during the first week of treatment.  Provides case-oriented and program-oriented consultation to staff, tribal organizations and community agencies.   Refers and coordinates mental health services with outside agencies to ensure appropriate referrals, follow-up and continuity of care.  Provides educational and training programs on mental health topics to staff, tribal agencies, tribal groups and tribal leaders as requested.  Participates and coordinates clinical on-call schedule.   Performs other duties as assigned.

How to Apply

You must submit your application so that it will be received by the closing date of the announcement.

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If education is used to qualify for this position, please include sufficient information in your resume so you can be evaluated. You may mail a list of college courses that includes hours and grades to provide detail.


Contact Information:
Cathy Ayatta

Phone: 602-364-5219

Fax: 602-364-5176

Email: cathy.ayatta@ihs.gov


Or write:
Department Of Health And Human Services
40 N. Central Avenue, Ste. 510
Phoenix, AZ 85004

US

Fax: 602-364-5176


What To Expect Next:
Once your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The most highly qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. We expect to make a selection within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. You will be notified of the outcome.