Defense Health Agency Civilian Corps, Falls Church, VA·Fort Stewart, Georgia
Provide evidence-based assessments and brief interventions for behavioral and chronic medical conditions within a Primary Care Mental Health team. Collaborate with providers through daily huddles and warm handoffs while developing health education programs for patients and staff.
Overview This position is located at Winn Army Community Hospital, Fort Stewart, Hinesville, GA. We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Clinical Psychologist-Mental Health Consultant to join our Primary Care Mental Health Team as a full-time, integrated team member. You will be at the forefront of patient care, using the innovative Primary Care Mental Health (PCMH) model to make a direct impact every day. Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health Consultant)
https://civilianmedicaljobs.com/benefits/ This is an employed civilian Civialian Psychologist ( Mental Health Consultant) position that affords job security, a competitive base salary, bonuses, moving expenses, full malpractice coverage, 2 weeks paid vacation, 11 days paid Federal Holidays, a sick leave benefit, CME opportunities, and a first-class health and retirement benefit package. . Winn Army Community Hospital is a 112-bed community hospital which will feature a new Women’s Health and Mammography Center. Our healthcare team provides primary and specialty care for a patient population of over 70,000. As a civilian family practice physician you will play an integral role in providing exceptional healthcare to the Soldiers and Families in our great Army and the 3rd Infantry Division. Key supporting specialties at Winn include OB/Gyn, general and orthopedic surgery, EENT, Psychiatry, Dermatology, and Urology. Enjoy the benefits of a full inpatient and outpatient EMR with digital radiography. Located in Coastal Georgia you can enjoy good schools, new industry and community growth, and exceptional coastal recreation and golf in the local area. The Hinesville/Savannah, Georgia area is located less than 30 minutes from the beach. We enjoy a low cost of living and a vibrant Savannah night life with great restaurants. Multiple top notch universities are in the area including Georgia Southern University, Armstrong Atlantic State University, and the Savannah College of Art and Design. Many of our physicians enjoy living in the upscale suburbs of Savannah including Richmond Hill, Pooler, and Hinesville, and many of these locations include direct deep water access. These are quintessential small town communities with close access to the city of Savannah.
Direct Patient Care- Provide targeted, evidence-based assessments and interventions in brief 30-minute appointments for a wide range of behavioral, chronic medical, and health conditions. Team Collaboration-Act as a core member of the Primary Care team. Participate in daily huddles, facilitate "warm handoffs" from providers, and offer expert consultation on patient care. Program Development- Develop, teach, and oversee health education classes for patients. Provide training to primary care staff to enhance the integration of behavioral health services. Clinical Excellence-Utilize a stepped-care approach to maximize patient access. Monitor treatment effectiveness with measurable outcomes and ensure timely, concise documentation.
US Citizenship required Must have practiced as a licensed independent practioner within the past two years Doctoral Degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) directly related to full professional work in clinical psychology. A current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Psychology independently from a U.S. State, the District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction is required. Candidates will have completed an American Psychological Association (APA) accredited doctoral graduate program and an APA accredited predoctoral internship.
Requires a Doctoral Degree in Clinical Psychology from an APA-accredited program and a current, unrestricted license to practice independently in the US. Candidates must be US citizens and have practiced as a licensed independent practitioner within the last two years.
Market context
Behavioral health roles in Georgia are often competitive because employers look for candidates with a master’s degree in a related field or an active Georgia nursing license, plus prior behavioral health experience; inpatient experience is especially valued. Benefits commonly include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, and a 401(k) with company match. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your fit against the original posting before applying.
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