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Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (IPV/MST)Department of Veterans AffairsVeterans Affairs, Veterans Health AdministrationOverview
##### Open & closing dates
09/03/2019 to 09/23/2019
##### Service
Excepted
##### Pay scale & grade
GS 00
##### Salary
$53,565 to $84,256 per year
##### Appointment type
Permanent
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-Cleveland, OHRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryThe VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System, Psychology Service, is
recruiting for a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor
(LPMHC) with experience, training, and strong interest in work with
persons with complex trauma to work in the Intimate Partner Violence
/Military Sexual Trauma (IPV/MST) program. The LPMHC will provide a
range of counseling services to enrolled Veterans who are
experiencing the effects of IPV/MST, and complex trauma histories.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilities
Providing gender-sensitive diagnostic, counseling, and care
planning services for a complex group of clients who often
present with complex trauma histories, and co-occurring
addictions.
Conducting structured interviews and screenings to assist in the
assessment of clients referred for MST and/or IPV services.
Ensuring the initiation, completion, & documentation of a
psychosocial assessment for assigned clients and the development
of preliminary and ongoing collaborative treatment goals.
Providing individual and group counseling interventions
addressing relevant treatment issues, including evidence-based
counseling practices for trauma, MST and IPV.
Providing skills building and educational groups to clients and
families to assist in continuity of care, community integration,
recovery and relapse prevention.
Managing and coordinating major aspects of mental health care
for an assigned caseload of clients, including the development,
review, update or modification of individualized treatment
plans, demonstrating sensitivity to the special needs of all
clients in respect to age, gender, ethnicity, developmental
requirements, and culturally-related factors.
Providing complex crisis intervention and stabilization to
clients in psychological distress, using independent judgment
and skill.
Assisting the IPV and MST Program Coordinators and Supervisors
in the design, development, and implementation of clinical
programs, as requested.
Work Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Financial Disclosure Report: Not requiredTravel RequiredNot requiredSupervisory statusNoPromotion Potential11
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- RequirementsConditions of Employment
You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Designated and/or random drug testing may be required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after
12/31/1959
You may be required to serve a probationary period
Subject to a background/security investigation
Must be proficient in written and spoken English
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online
onboarding process
QualificationsTo qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements
by the closing date of this announcement, 09/23/2019.Basic Requirements:
- United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed
when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in
accordance with VA Policy.
- Education. Hold a master's or doctoral degree in: Clinical
Mental Health Counseling; Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling;
Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation
Counseling; or a related field, from a program accredited by
the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related
Educational Programs (CACREP). Examples of related mental health
counseling fields include, but are not limited to Addiction
Counseling; Community Counseling; Gerontology Counseling;
Marital, Couple, and Family Counseling. CACREP defines the date
when graduates are considered to have graduated from a CACREP
accredited program. Additional information may be obtained from
http://www.cacrep.org/directory/. NOTE: Traditional
Rehabilitation counseling programs that are accredited by CACREP
do not meet the LPMHC qualification standards as Traditional
Rehabilitation counseling differs from Clinical Rehabilitation
counseling.
- Licensure. Persons hired or reassigned to LPMHC positions in
the GS-0101 series in VHA must hold a full, current, and
unrestricted license to independently practice as a Licensed
Professional Mental Health Counselor, which includes diagnosis
and treatment. NOTE: It is VHA policy that a LPMHC who does not
yet have a license that allows independent practice must be
supervised by a licensed independent practitioner of the same
discipline who is a VA staff member and who has access to the
electronic health record. Exception. VHA may waive the
licensure requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified,
pending completion of state prerequisites for licensure. This
exception only applies up to the full performance level. For
grade levels at or above the full performance level, the
candidate must be licensed. The appointing official may waive
the requirement of licensure for a period not to exceed 3 years
for a LPMHC that provides care under the clinical supervision of
a licensed LPMHC who is at or above the full performance level.
This exception only applies at the entry level (GS-9). For grade
levels at or above the full performance level, the candidate
must be licensed. The Human Resources Office will provide the
unlicensed LPMHC in writing the requirement to obtain licensure,
the date by which the license must be acquired, and the
consequences for not becoming licensed by the deadline. The
written notice must be provided prior to the entrance on duty
date.Grade Determinations:GS-9 (Entry Level): Experience, Education, and Licensure.
The GS-9 grade level is the entry grade level for LPMHCs with less
than one year of experience (post-master's degree) or for LPMHCs
at the master's or doctoral level) who are graduates not yet
licensed at the independent practice level. Unlicensed LPMHCs at the
GS-9 grade level have completed the required education and are
working toward completion of prerequisites for licensure. In
addition, the candidates must demonstrate the following KSAs:
1. Ability to engage in intake and assessment, problem
identification, diagnosis, treatment planning and
implementation, continuum of care, evaluation and follow-up.
2. Knowledge of current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) of
Mental Disorders in formulation of treatment goals and
application of appropriate clinical interventions using
professional counseling practices.
3. Basic knowledge of professional counseling practice with
emphasis on human development principles through cognitive,
affective, behavioral or systemic interventions, and strategies
that address high risk behaviors, wellness, personal growth, and
career development across the life span.
4. Ability to use a wide variety of individual, group, or family
counseling interventions; demonstrates sensitivity to diversity
and possesses multicultural counseling skills.
5. Ability to serve on an interdisciplinary team with focus on the
intrapersonal, interpersonal, and relational functioning of
individuals, groups and families and on the counseling
approaches, strategies, and techniques that will best help
patients function effectively.
6. Basic skill in the use of computer software applications for
drafting documents, data management, maintaining accurate,
timely and thorough clinical documentation and delivery of
services, such as Telehealth.
7. Ability to learn and utilize software programs in use by VHA.
8. Knowledge and understanding of existing relevant statutes, case
laws, ethical codes, and regulations affecting professional
practice of counseling.
9. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing,
with people from varied backgrounds.GS-11 (Full Performance Level): Experience, Education, and
Licensure. In addition to the basic requirements, candidates must
have at least one year of post-master's or post- doctoral degree
mental health counseling experience (VA or non-VA experience) and
must be licensed to practice at the independent practice level and
demonstrate the KSAs below. LPMHCs may provide clinical supervision
over the clinical practice of an unlicensed LPMHC or LPMHC trainee.
Some state licenses do not license an individual to provide clinical
supervision to trainees or unlicensed LPMHCs. Please refer to
specific state licensing laws regarding the requirements for
providing clinical supervision.
1. Ability to make professional evaluations, decisions, and
recommendation for treatment planning and implementation.
2. Advanced knowledge and mastery of the fundamentals of the
counseling process which includes defining patient/family
problems and maintaining an effective counseling relationship.
3. Ability to provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and
trainees on the counseling process within various specialty
areas, build on the foundation of competence through regular
meetings and discussions to explain assignments, review progress
of cases and confer about the counseling perspectives and
orientation.
4. Ability to provide complex crisis intervention and stabilization
to patients who are in psychological distress. Requires
independent judgment and skill.
5. Ability to establish goals/treatment through a collaborative
process with the patient utilizing advanced counseling skills,
including evidenced- based practices, screening, and
psychosocial assessment.
6. Ability to use a wide variety of individual, group, or familial
counseling interventions; demonstrates sensitivity to diversity
and possesses multicultural counseling skills.
7. Ability to fully utilize the current DSM in making diagnoses and
formulation of treatment goals and application of appropriate
clinical intervention using professional counseling practices.
8. Ability to develop and facilitate psychotherapy and psycho-
education groups that include life skills, family support, and
community integration. This may include evidence based
psychotherapy.Preferred Qualifications:
- Training and experience in provision of group psychotherapy.
- Education, training, and/or experience in evidence-based
psychotherapies for individuals with complex trauma histories
(e.g. Dialectical Behavior Therapy).References: VA Handbook 5005/106, Part II, Appendix G43The full performance level of this vacancy is a GS-11. The actual
grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in
the range of GS-09 to GS-11.Physical Requirements: This position is primarily sedentary in
nature. It requires English language proficiency in
accordance with Public Law 102-585, and the ability to effectively
communicate in verbal and
written formats.EducationIMPORTANT: A transcript must be submitted with your application
if you are basing all or part of your qualifications on education.Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities,
schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal
employment. You can verify your education here:
http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education
to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of
Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit
for that education. For further information, visit:
http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.Additional informationThis job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional
vacancies.It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have
faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer
competitive status.VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related
positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the
Schedule A excepted appointment authority.Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for
Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at
VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and
coaching and reintegration support for military service members.If you are unable to apply online view the following link for
information regarding an Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the
qualifications above.IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE
MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your
application, résumé, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be
verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or
omissions may affect consideration for employment.NOTE: The Professional Standards Board (a peer-review group)
will review the selected candidate's education and experience and
recommend the grade and salary at which the candidate will be
placed. For internal selectees eligible for promotion, the board
will recommend grade and HR will determine step in accordance with
policy.Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer
work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps,
AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional;
philanthropic; religions; 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. You will receive credit for
all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceOtherDrug test requiredNo- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application
Package which includes:
Resume (when listing previous employment please include month
and year).
Your most recent SF-50 that shows title, series, and grade.
If you have previously held a higher grade and are applying
based on that grade, you must provide a copy of the SF-50
showing you held the higher grade in addition to your last or
most recent SF-50 indicating proof of status. Note: Your SF-50
must reflect the grade and step information equivalent to or
greater than the grade lower than the position you are applying
to. This may not always be your most recent SF-50. You may need
to submit more than one SF-50.
Please use this checklist to ensure you have included all documents
required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if
using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal
employees), etc.Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible
Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or
for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must
provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and
character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are
currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or
discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to
your active duty service which reflects the dates of service,
character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of
impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others
eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of
eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10
Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form.
Documentation is required to award preference. For more information
on Veterans' Preference, please visit
http://www.fedshirevets.gov/job/vetpref/index.aspx.If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution
recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be
credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the
attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting
institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this
vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may
affect the overall rating.- BenefitsA 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. Learn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility 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 to ApplyAll applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this
position, you must complete the full questionnaire and submit the
documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The
complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on
09/23/2019 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire
click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10593235.
To begin, click Apply Online to create a USAJOBS account or log
in to your existing account. Follow the prompts to select your
USA JOBS resume and/or other supporting documents and complete
the occupational questionnaire.
Click Submit My Answers to submit your application package.
NOTE: It is your responsibility to ensure your responses and
appropriate documentation is submitted prior to the closing date.To verify your application is complete, log into your USA JOBS
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Application Status link and then select the more information link
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announcement. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents
from your USA JOBS account or your application will be incomplete.NOTE: Participation in the seasonal influenza program is a
condition of employment and a requirement for all Department of
Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP). HCP are individuals
who, during the influenza season, work in VHA locations where
patients receive care or who come into contact with VA patients as
part of their duties. VHA locations include, but are not limited to,
VA hospitals and associated clinics, community living centers
(CLCs), community-based outpatient clinics (CBOCs), domiciliary
units, Vet centers and VA-leased facilities. HCP include all VA
licensed and unlicensed, clinical and administrative, paid and
unpaid, full- and part-time employees, intermittent employees, fee
basis employees, VA contractors, students, researchers, volunteers,
and trainees who work at these facilities. HCPs that are unable to
receive or otherwise decline a flu shot will be expected to wear a
face mask throughout the influenza season.Agency contact informationMarquis BeltonPhone216-791-2300 X42150EmailMARQUIS.BELTON@VA.GOVAddressVA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System
10701 East Boulevard
Cleveland, OH 44106
USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a
confirmation notification by email. After we receive application
packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy
announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure
qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review
is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will
be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be
notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office
for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final
notification once a selection decision has been made.Areas of Consideration - Applicants will be considered based on the
following areas of consideration.
First Area of Consideration (facility employees) - Current,
permanent VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System employees (this
includes Outpatient Clinics, permanent employees of the Veteran
Canteen Service assigned to this facility, Office of Information
& Technology employees assigned to this facility, CPAC
bargaining unit employees located at the Cleveland VAMC, and
Virtual CBOPC bargaining unit employees under station 741
located at the Cleveland VAMC.
Second Area of Consideration (other VA employees) - Current,
permanent Department of Veterans Affairs Employees (VA employees
who are located at other VA medical centers).
Third Area of Consideration - Current, permanent employees of
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