INTERDISCIPLINARY SOCIAL WORKER/PSYCHOLOGIST with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties You will perform a variety of professional tasks related to substance use disorder service planning, community referrals and consultations, and in-service training. You will collaborate with client to develop an individualized service plan, so client has a clear understanding of measurable goals and objectives to work towards. You will provide direct non-medical services using a wide variety of techniques for the resolution of personal, social, or environmental difficulties related to substance use disorders. Analyzes and evaluates the information obtained. You will Uses skills in individual, marital, family, and group counseling to assist clients in understanding, accepting, and alleviating their problems. You will promptly report any observed workplace hazards, and any injury, occupational illness, and/or property damage resulting from workplace mishaps to the immediate supervisor. You will perform various administrative duties in support of services provided. Uses the designated case management system in accordance with policy to maintain client clinical record. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. Inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance level may be a cause for removal from the position. Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or pass the test. You will be subject to random testing. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. This is a bargaining unit position. Qualifications Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Conducting screenings and assessments; providing therapeutic counseling, consultation services and education related to substance abuse disorders. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: . Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education Applicants must meet the following positive education qualifications requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualifications Standards Manual: Applicants must possess: Basic Requirements for Psychologist (0180): Successfully completion of a degree with a major or equivalent in psychology for all specializations. AND Successful completion of 2 full academic years of graduate study directly related to professional work in counseling psychology, or successful completion all the requirements for a master's degree directly related to counseling psychology in an accredited educational institution. Basic Requirements for Social worker (0185): Successful completion of a degree in social work that fulfills all of the requirements for the master's degree in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education. AND successful completion of a master's degree in social work with practicum. In lieu of specialized experience listed in the Qualifications section, applicants may qualify based on equivalent combination of education and experience, as follows: Successful completion of a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree. OR Successful completion of three full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to a Ph.D. or equivalent degree. OR Possession of a combination of experience and education as described above that equates to one year of experience. Your percentage of the required education plus your percentage of the required experience must equal one hundred percen Additional information This position has a Selective Placement Factor that will be used to screen out ineligible candidates: You must possess a State / U.S. territory license or certification that provides legal authority to provide clinical services as an Independent Practitioner with one of the following: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), OR Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), OR Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT). NOTE: A copy of your certificate MUST be submitted with your resume. Failure to provide the required documents will render you not eligible for consideration. You must possess a Substance Abuse Certification (Alcohol and Drug Counselor II, International Certification & Reciprocity Consortium Substance Abuse Counselor Certification, OR State equivalent) acquired through passing a proctored exam, from a state or nationally accredited certifying body is required. NOTE: A copy of your certificate MUST be submitted with your resume. Failure to provide the required documents will render you not eligible for consideration. Relocation and recruitment incentives may or may not be authorized. Recruitment incentive may be authorized in accordance with applicable regulations, command policy and available command funding. This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: . Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation. If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. Required Documents As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies. A complete resume is required. Your resume must show relevant experience,

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