- Position Title
- Counseling Technician
- Agency
- Bureau of Indian Education
- Announcement Number
- BIE-12722162-25-AY Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, May 14, 2025 to Wednesday, June 4, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
2.
This position is subject to the Indian Preference Act of 1934 (25 U.S.C. 5116 (reclassified from 472)), which affords employment preference to qualified Native American candidates. Proof of eligibility, in the form of a completed Verification of Indian Preference, BIA - 4432 Form, must be provided with your application by the closing date to be granted such preference.
Are you claiming Indian Preference, and submitting your BIA-4432 Form?
Note: You must include and upload your Form BIA-4432. As outlined in the vacancy announcement, this is the ONLY Indian Preference Verification Form that will be accepted.
Are you claiming Indian Preference, and submitting your BIA-4432 Form?
Note: You must include and upload your Form BIA-4432. As outlined in the vacancy announcement, this is the ONLY Indian Preference Verification Form that will be accepted.
Preferences
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions.
1.
Are you willing to undergo a comprehensive background investigation which includes, but is not limited to, contact with all references, employers, co-workers, personal associates and a review of your driving record, credit history, criminal history, and military service?
2.
Do you possess a valid state driver's license which you have held for at least three years preceding this application?
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in working with the Bureau of Indian Education. We will evaluate your resume and your response to this Occupational Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.
BASIC EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
1.
Select the one statement that best describes the education that you possess that demonstrates your ability to perform the work of an Counseling Technician for the Bureau of Indian Education.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS In addition to the basic requirement(s) above, candidates must meet the following minimum requirements for this position.
2.
Select the one statement that best describes the experience that you possess and demonstrates your ability to perform the work of a Counseling Technician at the Level 02.
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item. If after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have overstated your qualifications and/or experience and your self-rating is not supported.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
3.
Utilizes skill in presenting information and assessment in a clear, accurate, convincing manner, as is appropriate with the audience.
4.
Assists with preparation of materials (e.g., treatment plans).
5.
Addresses and directs individuals, problems, questions, or complaints to the proper person or place.
6.
Interprets vital information concerning mental health and other services to groups in the communities.
7.
Organizes, expresses, and communicates ideas clearly in writing.
8.
Explain rules and policies.
9.
Assists with materials for briefings, meetings, or counseling sessions.
10.
Assists with completion of forms, documents, or routine reports.
11.
Maintains sensitive information and records.
12.
Research and extracts information about cultural traditions and customs.
13.
Uses computer systems or applications to access, create, edit, print, send, retrieve, or manipulate data, files, or other information.
14.
Maintains statistics and other records as they pertain to the operation of the center.
15.
Understands the importance of cultural traditions and customs
16.
Works with families who live with member(s) who are mentally/emotionally disturbed.
17.
Works with families who live with member(s) dealing with substance abuse.
18.
Assists with educating families who live with member(s) who are mentally/emotionally disturbed.
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Assists with educating families who live with member(s) dealing with substance abuse.
Your rating for this Occupational Questionnaire is subject to evaluation and verification based on the documents and references you submit. In the selection process are specifically designed steps to verify your ratings. Deliberate attempts to falsify information will be grounds for not selecting you or for dismissing you from the position/agency during the probation period. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. By agreeing to the statement below, you are confirming that you: 1) understand this warning; 2) have reviewed your responses to this questionnaire for accuracy; and 3) verify that your responses accurately describe your current level of experience and capability.
APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered or uploaded (i.e., resume, veterans or Indian preference documentation, assessment questions and answers, and SF 50's) is received and is accurate.
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Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy.
APPLICANT RESPONSIBILITY: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered, uploaded, or faxed (i.e., resume, veterans or Indian preference documentation, assessment questions and answers, and SF 50's) is received and is accurate.