- Position Title
- Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master's)
- Agency
- Veterans Health Administration
- Announcement Number
- CBTF-12741549-25-TW-TEAMC Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Friday, June 6, 2025 to Monday, June 16, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Do you claim Veterans’ Preference?
Preferences
1.
Which of the following items describes your current or recent (within the last five years) political appointee service?
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
If you responded yes to any of the items below, you will need to include a SF-50 specifying your prior service.
Your resume must be submitted in English and include the following information for each job listed:
- Job title Duties (be as detailed as possible)
- Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Series and Grade, if applicable, for all Federal positions you have held
- Please be aware that your answers will be verified against information provided on your resume. Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions by addressing your work experience in detail.
By submitting your application, you are certifying, to the best of your knowledge and belief, all the information submitted by you with your application for employment is true, complete, and made in good faith, and that you have truthfully and accurately represented your work experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education (degrees, accomplishments, etc.). The information you provide as part of your application may be investigated. You are also certifying, and acknowledging, that misrepresenting your experience or education, or providing false or fraudulent information in, or with your application, may affect your eligibility for appointment and/or continued employment. False or fraudulent statements may be punishable by fine or imprisonment (18 U.S.C. 1001).
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master's) vacancy with the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center. Your resume and the responses you provide to this assessment questionnaire will be used 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 your application.
VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G76, requires that applicants meet the following basic requirements.
Basic Requirements:
The following are the basic requirements for appointment as an Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master's) in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).
The following are the basic requirements for appointment as an Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master's) in the Veterans Health Administration (VHA).
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
Citizenship.
All applicants are required to be a citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g.)
Are you a citizen of the United States?
All applicants are required to be a citizen of the United States. (Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified candidates in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g.)
Are you a citizen of the United States?
2.
Education.
(1) Applicant's must hold a master's degree or higher in drug and alcohol studies or related behavioral health field from an accredited college or university.
Do you have the required Master's Degree as stated above?
NOTE: You must submit the required supporting documentation to receive consideration. Failure to provide the required documents will result in an ineligible rating and your application will be excluded from consideration.
(1) Applicant's must hold a master's degree or higher in drug and alcohol studies or related behavioral health field from an accredited college or university.
Do you have the required Master's Degree as stated above?
NOTE: You must submit the required supporting documentation to receive consideration. Failure to provide the required documents will result in an ineligible rating and your application will be excluded from consideration.
3.
Licensure.
Individuals appointed or reassigned to an LMAT position must possess a full, current, and unrestricted license in a jurisdiction for independent practice in the field of Alcohol and Drug Treatment.
For grades/assignments at or above the full performance level, candidates must be licensed at the master's level.
Failure to Obtain Licensure.
Prior to the time of appointment, HR Office staff will provide uncertified or unlicensed LMATs, the written requirement to obtain licensure, the date by which the license must be acquired and the consequences for not becoming licensed by the deadline. In all cases, LMATs must actively pursue meeting requirements for licensure starting from the date of their appointment. If LMATs fail to obtain licensure during this time period, their employment may be terminated.
Loss of License.
In collaboration with HR Office staff, management officials must immediately relieve employees of the duties and responsibilities associated with the occupation who fail to maintain the required licensure or certification, which may also result in separation from employment.
Do you meet the licensure required as stated above?
NOTE: You must submit the required supporting documentation to receive consideration. Failure to provide the required documents will result in an ineligible rating and your application will be excluded from consideration
Individuals appointed or reassigned to an LMAT position must possess a full, current, and unrestricted license in a jurisdiction for independent practice in the field of Alcohol and Drug Treatment.
For grades/assignments at or above the full performance level, candidates must be licensed at the master's level.
Failure to Obtain Licensure.
Prior to the time of appointment, HR Office staff will provide uncertified or unlicensed LMATs, the written requirement to obtain licensure, the date by which the license must be acquired and the consequences for not becoming licensed by the deadline. In all cases, LMATs must actively pursue meeting requirements for licensure starting from the date of their appointment. If LMATs fail to obtain licensure during this time period, their employment may be terminated.
Loss of License.
In collaboration with HR Office staff, management officials must immediately relieve employees of the duties and responsibilities associated with the occupation who fail to maintain the required licensure or certification, which may also result in separation from employment.
Do you meet the licensure required as stated above?
NOTE: You must submit the required supporting documentation to receive consideration. Failure to provide the required documents will result in an ineligible rating and your application will be excluded from consideration
Physical Requirements.
Physical demands of the work are generally minor and are generally sedentary in nature but may require physical activity. Physical activity involves sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and carrying light items such as papers, books, or other supplies. The incumbent uses a computer and standard office equipment to complete tasks. The emotional demands can be stressful in working with the Veteran/Patient population and their families/caregivers. A level of self-awareness is essential.
Physical demands of the work are generally minor and are generally sedentary in nature but may require physical activity. Physical activity involves sitting, standing, walking, bending, stooping, climbing stairs, and carrying light items such as papers, books, or other supplies. The incumbent uses a computer and standard office equipment to complete tasks. The emotional demands can be stressful in working with the Veteran/Patient population and their families/caregivers. A level of self-awareness is essential.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
4.
English Language Proficiency.
All applicants must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
Are you proficient in spoken and written English?
All applicants must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C. 7402(d), and 7407(d).
Are you proficient in spoken and written English?
GRADE DETERMINATIONS.
In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates.
In addition to the basic requirements for employment, the following criteria must be met when determining the grade of candidates.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
5.
Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master's) GS-11.
(1) Experience.
One year of creditable experience comparable to the next lower grade.
Assignment.
This assignment is the full performance level, for LMATs. At the full performance level LMATs independently provide addiction screening/assessments, orientation/education, treatment planning and counseling in person or via telehealth.
(2) Licensure.
Candidates must possess a full, current and unrestricted license in a State for independent practice in the field of Alcohol and Drug Treatment.
(3) NOTE:
Applicants who meet the qualifications requirements for an AT at the full performance level, who have a minimum of one year experience at that level and who have obtained the master's degree and license will be qualified at the GS-11 level.
Do you meet the experience and license requirements as stated above?
(1) Experience.
One year of creditable experience comparable to the next lower grade.
Assignment.
This assignment is the full performance level, for LMATs. At the full performance level LMATs independently provide addiction screening/assessments, orientation/education, treatment planning and counseling in person or via telehealth.
(2) Licensure.
Candidates must possess a full, current and unrestricted license in a State for independent practice in the field of Alcohol and Drug Treatment.
(3) NOTE:
Applicants who meet the qualifications requirements for an AT at the full performance level, who have a minimum of one year experience at that level and who have obtained the master's degree and license will be qualified at the GS-11 level.
Do you meet the experience and license requirements as stated above?
6.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs).
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(a) Skill to independently complete assessments of substance use disorders, treatment planning and continued care planning.
(b) Skill to apply the principles, concepts and methods of counseling and therapies used in the treatment of individuals with SUDs. 13
(c) Skill to collaborate and consult on medical or other psychiatric disorders as interrelated to SUDs.
(d) Ability to apply various community-based recovery programs and resources in a treatment plan.
Does your resume show you meet the above requirements?
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs:
(a) Skill to independently complete assessments of substance use disorders, treatment planning and continued care planning.
(b) Skill to apply the principles, concepts and methods of counseling and therapies used in the treatment of individuals with SUDs. 13
(c) Skill to collaborate and consult on medical or other psychiatric disorders as interrelated to SUDs.
(d) Ability to apply various community-based recovery programs and resources in a treatment plan.
Does your resume show you meet the above requirements?
Assignment.
This assignment is the full performance level, for Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master's).
At the full performance level LMATs independently provide addiction screening/assessments, orientation/education, treatment planning and counseling in person or via telehealth.
They analyze problems and interpret and adapt guidelines such as policies, regulations, precedents, etc. for application to specific problems and recommend changes.
LMATs provide evidenced-based practices in programming and recovery plan development.
They provide psychoeducation for individuals, groups, families and couples either as leaders or co-leader.
LMATs administer crisis intervention to patients in psychological distress handling emergencies within the scope of practice.
They perform clinical supervision and oversight of patient care.
They handle the coordination of treatment, and management of acute and chronic substance use and mental health issues.
LMATs manage a caseload of patients with complex addictions, and mental and related physical problems.
LMATs involve participants and their identified support systems in the treatment via education, treatment and planning.
They develop a diagnostic evaluation/summary of the client's substance abuse and coexisting conditions.
LMATs utilize assessment and diagnostic evaluations to develop an individualized treatment plan; and incorporate assessments and psychological testing results from physical exams and urine toxicology data for use by a multidisciplinary treatment team to develop a treatment plan.
They make recommendations to the treatment team regarding readiness for discharge.
LMATs are part of the team that formulates discharge plans and arranges referrals to community agencies and organizations.
They ascertain the employment history to include employment difficulties; and conduct an assessment for vocational services planning and housing support and provide community-based resources that assist with recovery.
LMATs collaborate with other disciplines to compile data to ensure quality patient care and compliance with Joint Commission Standards and ensure current information is available.
This assignment is the full performance level, for Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master's).
At the full performance level LMATs independently provide addiction screening/assessments, orientation/education, treatment planning and counseling in person or via telehealth.
They analyze problems and interpret and adapt guidelines such as policies, regulations, precedents, etc. for application to specific problems and recommend changes.
LMATs provide evidenced-based practices in programming and recovery plan development.
They provide psychoeducation for individuals, groups, families and couples either as leaders or co-leader.
LMATs administer crisis intervention to patients in psychological distress handling emergencies within the scope of practice.
They perform clinical supervision and oversight of patient care.
They handle the coordination of treatment, and management of acute and chronic substance use and mental health issues.
LMATs manage a caseload of patients with complex addictions, and mental and related physical problems.
LMATs involve participants and their identified support systems in the treatment via education, treatment and planning.
They develop a diagnostic evaluation/summary of the client's substance abuse and coexisting conditions.
LMATs utilize assessment and diagnostic evaluations to develop an individualized treatment plan; and incorporate assessments and psychological testing results from physical exams and urine toxicology data for use by a multidisciplinary treatment team to develop a treatment plan.
They make recommendations to the treatment team regarding readiness for discharge.
LMATs are part of the team that formulates discharge plans and arranges referrals to community agencies and organizations.
They ascertain the employment history to include employment difficulties; and conduct an assessment for vocational services planning and housing support and provide community-based resources that assist with recovery.
LMATs collaborate with other disciplines to compile data to ensure quality patient care and compliance with Joint Commission Standards and ensure current information is available.