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Counseling Psychologist (Substance Abuse)Department of the ArmyU.S. Army Medical CommandKenner Army Health Clinic, Deputy Commander for Clinical ServicesPrintShareSaveSummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.About the Position: Performs professional counseling and addiction medicine treatment in support of patients with an alcohol and substance abuse diagnosis. This position is located within Kenner Army Health Clinic, Behavioral Health at Fort Gregg-Adams, VA. Learn more about this agencySummaryThis is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.About the Position: Performs professional counseling and addiction medicine treatment in support of patients with an alcohol and substance abuse diagnosis. This position is located within Kenner Army Health Clinic, Behavioral Health at Fort Gregg-Adams, VA. Learn more about this agencyOverviewAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates04/23/2026 to 05/04/2026 Salary$93,499 - $121,551 per year Pay scale & grade GS 12Location1 vacancy in the following location:Fort Lee, VARemote jobNo Telework eligibleNo Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursedNo Appointment typePermanent Work scheduleFull-time ServiceCompetitivePromotion potentialNoneJob family (Series)
Supervisory statusNo Security clearanceDrug testYes Position sensitivity and riskTrust determination process
Financial disclosureBargaining unit statusAnnouncement numberHSM1-26-12944055 -DHA Control number 866343600This job is open toDuties

Counsel patients on primary and secondary illnesses.
Develop and implement orientation and training for patients, medical staff, commanders and key unit personnel, supervisors, and in the community.
Utilize complex rehabilitation principles to conduct comprehensive substance abuse evaluations of eligible patients referred for consultation.
Collect data to evaluate treatment outcomes.
Develop and implement comprehensive substance abuse treatment plans.
Provide individual, group, and family counseling.
Document case findings, diagnoses, and recommendations in a clear and concise manner.

RequirementsConditions of employment

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
A Personnel Security Investigation is required
This position is subject to annual seasonal influenza vaccinations. Applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to sign a statement consenting to seasonal influenza vaccinations or must provide a recognized exemption.
Immunization screening is required. Hepatitis B immunization is required for all positions with direct patient contact. Applicants may be required to show proof of other immunizations depending on the type of position.
A pre-placement medical examination is required.
This position is a Testing Designated Position (TDP) subject to a pre-employment drug screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident.
Applicants must be able to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
This position may require Travel away from duty station (TDY). Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
Additional requirements may be determined as positions arise and will be communicated during the hiring process if you are selected.

QualificationsWho May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is .Basic Requirement for Social Worker (Substance Abuse):Degree: Master's degree (or higher degree) in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.(must provide copy of transcripts) In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:Licensure: A current, active, valid, unrestricted clinical license to practice Social Work independently, offered by a U.S. State, District of Columbia, commonwealth, territory or jurisdiction.Basic Requirement for Counseling Psychologist (Substance Abuse):Degree: Master's degree (or higher degree) in counseling psychology. (must provide copy of transcripts) In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:Licensure: A current, active, valid, unrestricted counseling psychology license offered by a U.S. State, District of Columbia, commonwealth, territory or jurisdiction.Specialized experience: One year of specialized experience which includes conducting clinical assessments of substance abuse patients; perform analysis of data to formulate behavioral health treatment plans; and providing professional counseling to substance abuse patients. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11).Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.EducationFOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit:Additional information

Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the

information sheet. * This is a(n) 53 Career Field - Medical position.

Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit

for more information. * Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.

Student Loan repayment may be authorized.
Advanced Leave accrual may be authorized.
Relocation Incentive may be authorized.
Recruitment Incentives may be authorized.

Expand Hide additional informationCandidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.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. .

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