CLINICAL PROGRAM MANAGER NF4 Job in Twentynine Palms, CA

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
A master's degree in social work (MSW), Counseling, Mental Health, or other behavior health field from an accredited program and a state license at the licensed independent practitioner level, which meets the criteria established by USMC for licensed independent provider status. The specific disciplines are: Clinical Psychologist, Ph.D.; Clinical Social Worker, MSW, Ph.D., or DSW; Counseling Psychology, MS, MA or M.Ed.; and Marriage & Family Therapist, Ph.D. M.A, or M.S.  Licensed independent practitioners are subject to credentials review by the USMC credentialing board. They shall be credentialed by the designated credentialing authority before providing care independently.

A minimum of two years post-licensure professional experience in substance abuse/addiction services or two years post-licensure professional experience in mental health counseling with a focus on co-occurring disorders with individuals and families; and a minimum of two years of post-graduate experience as a supervisor of professional clinical providers; certified substance abuse counselor (Alcohol and Drug Counselor II or state equivalent)

OR

A minimum of three years post-licensure professional experience in substance abuse/addiction services and a minimum of two years of post-graduate experience as a supervisor of professional clinical providers; Must achieve certified substance abuse counselor (Alcohol and Drug Counselor II or state equivalent) within 36 months from date of hire.

Full professional knowledge of standard and accepted theories, methods, principles, practices, and techniques of clinical supervision, as well as of individual, marital, family, and group counseling.  Additionally, the incumbent must possess the knowledge, skills and abilities Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-IV-TR) criteria and the American Society of Addiction Medicine's Patient Placement Criteria (ASAM-PPC).  

Ability to discern clients' presenting problems and subsequently develop reliable and accurate treatment plans which include the counseling skill and abilities to help clients reach treatment goals.  Ability to work well with civilian and military peers, subordinates, and superiors; act as part of a multi-disciplinary team, and facilitate a coordinated community response to substance abuse treatment and interventions.  Knowledge of function and location of organizational components of is highly preferred.  Mature professional judgment, allowing the flexible use of a wide variety of supervision, counseling, and training skills.  Knowledge of assessment techniques for determining clinicians' skill levels and professional development needs, as well as determining the needs of clients.  Ability to discern individual clinicians¿ training and programmatic professional development needs; and have the ability to develop reliable and accurate plans to meet these needs.  Knowledge of group dynamics and interactions in order to work effectively with counseling and supervision groups.  Knowledge of communication and training skills necessary for individual supervision, programmatic training, and community-based educational workshops.  Ability to complete written documentation of supervisees' progress, client case histories, treatment plans, etc. Ability to provide verbal and written interpretations of events in a credible and professional manner during legal, medical, or military actions.  Knowledge of administrative procedures in order to fulfill record keeping responsibilities, contribute to program planning, and increase the efficiency and effectiveness of the clinical and educational programs.

This activity is a Drug-free workplace.  The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated.  Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, Sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

This position is designated as a Position of Trust, and the incumbent must be eligible for a background check.  Appointment and continued employment is subject to a favorable National Agency Check (NACI) Background Security Investigation. 

SELECTIVE SERVICE REGISTRATION: If you are a male born after December 31, 1959, and are at least 18 years of age, government employment requires that you must register with the Selective Service System, unless you meet certain exemptions. You must be able to show proof of registration or your exemption, as part of the required suitability background investigation. 

GENERAL INFORMATION: Applicants are assured of equal consideration regardless of race, age, color, religion, national origin, gender, GINA, political affiliation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, marital status, physical handicap which has no bearing on the ability to perform the duties of the position. This agency provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency. The decision on granting reasonable accommodation will be on a case-by-case basis.

It is Department of Navy (DON) policy to provide a workplace free of discrimination and retaliation. The DON No Fear Act policy link is provided for your review: https://www.donhr.navy.mil/NoFearAct.asp.

As part of the employment process, Human Resources Division may obtain a Criminal Record Check and/or an Investigative Consumer Report. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a National Agency Check and Inquiries (NACI). For all positions requiring access to firearms or ammunition, the Federal Government is prohibited from employing individuals in these positions who have ever been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence, or a felony crime of domestic violence adjudged on or after 27 November 2002. Selectees for such positions must submit a completed DD Form 2760, Qualification to Possess Firearms or Ammunition, before a final job offer can be made.

Direct Deposit of total NET pay is mandatory as a condition of employment for all appointments to positions within MCCS.

Required Documents: 

*Education/certification certificate(s), if applicable.

*If prior military, DD214 Member Copy

*If you are an Active Duty Service member who will be retired from service within 120 days of the application date, you must submit a DD214 or Statement of Service with your application to receive further consideration for any regular part-time or full-time positions. In accordance with 5 USC § 3326, recently retired Servicemembers are subject to a 180-day waiting period before they may be appointed to Federal service, regardless of hiring authorities. When applicable and all requirements are met, those candidates must have submitted the required documentation at the time of their application before an agency can request a waiver. 

This activity is a Drug-free workplace. The use of illegal drugs by NAF employees, whether on or off duty, cannot and will not be tolerated. Federal employees have a right to a safe and secure workplace, and Marines, sailors, and their family members have a right to a reliable and productive Federal workforce.

ALL ONLINE APPLICATIONS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 1159PM EASTERN TIME (ET) ON THE CLOSING DATE LISTED IN THE JOB POSTING.
 

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.

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.