Clinical Psychologist (Mental Health Consultant)

About the Position: This position is located in the Primary Care - Mental Health Department of the U.S. Naval Hospital Yokosuka, Japan. The incumbent serves as a Clinical Psychologist Mental Health Consultant (MHC) for the Clinic and Mental Health System of Care (MHSOC) Primary Care-Mental Health Integration program. The program provides a team-based approach to healthcare by integrating mental health providers and registered nurses into Primary Care Clinics. This is a Direct Hire Solicitation

Apply biopsychosocial evaluations to propose mental health interventions.

Provide evidence-based treatment, including behavioral, cognitive, and motivational approaches.

Provide primary care providers and staff regular and concise feedback on the status of referred patients, to include recommendations for team-based care.

Implement psychoeducational classes to target high frequency diagnoses found in the primary care clinic.

Document information in the electronic health record during patient encounters.