Staff Psychologist - Intensive Outpatient Program

The Staff Psychologist in the Intensive Outpatient Program (IOP) provides comprehensive psychological services to veterans in a structured, evidence-based outpatient setting. Responsibilities include conducting diagnostic assessments, developing individualized treatment plans, and delivering individual and group psychotherapy using evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and trauma-focused interventions. The psychologist collaborates with an interdisciplinary team to coordinate care, monitor patient progress, and adjust treatment strategies as needed. They also participate in crisis intervention, risk assessments, and safety planning for patients experiencing acute distress. Additionally, the role involves providing psychoeducation to patients and families, maintaining accurate clinical documentation in accordance with VA and regulatory standards, and contributing to program development and quality improvement initiatives. The psychologist may supervise psychology trainees, including interns and practicum students, and engage in didactic training activities. They are expected to stay current with best practices in intensive outpatient care and contribute to a supportive, recovery-oriented treatment environment.

Applicants must meet all requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Basic requirements include: (1) United States citizenship; (2) a doctoral degree in psychology from an APA, PCSAS, or CPA accredited program, with a specialty area consistent with the assignment (clinical, counseling, or clinical neuropsychology; school psychology is not eligible); OR a doctoral degree in any area of psychology plus completion of an APA or CPA accredited re-specialization program with an approved internship; OR a doctoral degree awarded between 1951 and 1978 from a regionally-accredited institution with a dissertation primarily psychological in nature; (3) successful completion of an APA or CPA accredited professional psychology internship program, or a VHA internship program sanctioned by the VHA Central Office Program Director for Psychology and the VHA Office of Academic Affiliations, or a full-time one-year pre-doctoral internship at a VHA facility prior to 1979, or current board certification by the American Board of Professional Psychology in a specialty area. All educational and licensure requirements must be fully met prior to appointment.

The Veterans Health Administration operates the VA St. Louis Health Care System, providing comprehensive healthcare services to veterans. This role involves executive leadership in patient care services.