Description:
This position functions as a Developmental Clinician, NF-0101-04, GS 11 equivalent. At this level the incumbent will be subject to closer supervision and will have limited latitude to make detailed independent decisions. This is a developmental position with full performance at the NF-0101-04 level or GS-12 equivalent to the Non-Medical Clinical Counselor position.Requirements:
- Must be able to obtain clinical privileges or credentialing in accordance with Service Family Advocacy Program headquarters policies.
- Must have knowledge and understanding of military lifestyles to include frequent separations and high stress working environments that have an extensive impact on individuals and their families.
- Must have the ability to recognize, identify and assess mental disorders per the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual.
- Must have the ability to apply family systems, brief solution-focused therapy and diagnostic skills that are needed in order to successfully interview clients.
- Knowledge of family violence treatment principles for victims and offenders is highly desirable.
- Must be able to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Must meet Federal Employment suitability requirements and successful completion of background investigation. (Background Investigations are conducted using fingerprint identification and completion of background inquiry forms.)
- Clinicians without a state license will be considered Tier I. All their case notes will be signed off by the Counseling and Advocacy Program Supervisor (CAPS) or another Tier III clinician until licensed. (Unlicensed clinicians will be paid at the GS-9 equivalent rate.)
- Once licensed, a credentialing/privileging request will be sent to CNIC for the Tier II level (those who have been licensed less than two years). Once credentialed/privileged at the Tier II level, sign off of all case notes by the CAPS or another Tier III will no longer be required. Based upon satisfactory performance evaluation ratings, Licensed clinicians will be advanced to the pay rate equivalent to a GS-12.
Feb 4, 2026;
from:
usajobs.gov