Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - HUD-VASH Case Manager
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Rapid City, SD, United States
Summary
NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information - refer to Required Documents below. Functions as one of the Medical Center's Case Managers for VA Black Hills HCS – Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program HUD/VASH Program. The HUD/VASH program is a collaborative effort – supported through HUD Section 8 rental assistance vouchers and VA's provision of intensive case management services.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
English Language Proficiency
In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
Education - Master's or doctoral degree in one of the following: Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
OR A related field - from a program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Examples of related mental health counseling fields include but are not limited to Addiction Counseling, Community Counseling, Gerontology Counseling, Marital - Couple - and Family Counseling
CACREP defines the date when graduates are considered to have graduated from a CACREP accredited program
Additional information may be obtained from http://www.cacrep.org/directory/
NOTE: Traditional Rehabilitation counseling programs that are accredited by CACREP do not meet the Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC) qualification standards as Traditional Rehabilitation counseling differs from Clinical Rehabilitation counseling
Licensure - Must hold a full - current - and unrestricted license to independently practice as a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - which includes diagnosis and treatment
NOTE: Applicants pending the completion of the licensure requirement may be selected (GS-09 only) and given up to a three-year temporary appointment
Grandfather Provision: An LPMHC employed in VHA on the effective date of the qualification standard (4/3/2018) who did not meet all the basic requirements in this standard may not be promoted beyond the full performance level (GS-11) or be newly placed in supervisory or managerial positions until meeting the full qualification requirements
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above - the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade
The candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade
GS-09 LPMHC (Entry Level) Requirements: Along with meeting the basic education requirements for this position you must demonstrate the following Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: Ability to engage in intake and assessment - problem identification - diagnosis - treatment planning and implementation - continuum of care - evaluation and follow-up
Knowledge of current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) of Mental Disorders in formulation of treatment goals and application of appropriate clinical interventions using professional counseling practices
Basic knowledge of professional counseling practice with emphasis on human development principles through cognitive - affective - behavioral or systemic interventions - and strategies that address high risk behaviors - wellness - personal growth - and career development across the life span
Ability to use a wide variety of individual - group - or family counseling interventions
Ability to serve on an interdisciplinary team with focus on the intrapersonal - interpersonal - and relational functioning of individuals - groups and families and on the counseling approaches - strategies - and techniques that will best help patients function effectively
Basic skill in the use of computer software applications for drafting documents - data management - maintaining accurate - timely and thorough clinical documentation and delivery of services - such as Telehealth
Ability to learn and utilize software programs in use by VHA
Knowledge and understanding of existing relevant statutes - case laws - ethical codes - and regulations affecting professional practice of counseling
Ability to communicate effectively - both orally and in writing - with people from varied backgrounds
GS-11 LPMHC (Full Performance Level) Requirements: In addition to meeting the basic requirements - to qualify for the GS-11 you must have at least one year of post-master's or post-doctoral degree mental health counseling experience (VA or non-VA experience) that demonstrates the following Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: Ability to make professional evaluations - decisions - and recommendation for treatment planning and implementation
Advanced knowledge and mastery of the fundamentals of the counseling process which includes defining patient/family problems and maintaining an effective counseling relationship
Ability to provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and trainees on the counseling process within various specialty areas - build on the foundation of competence through regular meetings and discussions to explain assignments - review progress of cases and confer about the counseling perspectives and orientation
Ability to provide complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients who are in psychological distress
Requires independent judgment and skill
Ability to establish goals/treatment through a collaborative process with the patient utilizing advanced counseling skills - including evidenced- based practices - screening - and psychosocial assessment
Ability to use a wide variety of individual - group - or family counseling interventions
Ability to fully utilize the current DSM in making diagnoses and formulation of treatment goals and application of appropriate clinical intervention using professional counseling practices
Ability to develop and facilitate psychotherapy and psycho-education groups that include life skills, family support and community integration
This may include evidence-based psychotherapy
All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package
We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications
Failure to demonstrate your experience in your resume may result in disqualification
It is strongly recommended that you write to each KSA in your application package
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://department.va.gov/employees/va-qualifications-standards/
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor Qualification Standard The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11
Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position
Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination
Duties
Functions as one of the Medical Center's Case Managers for VA Black Hills HCS – Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program HUD/VASH Program
The HUD/VASH program is a collaborative effort – supported through HUD Section 8 rental assistance vouchers and VA's provision of intensive case management services
The primary goal of HUD/VASH is to move Veterans and their families out of chronic homelessness
The primary component of the program is VA case management services - designed to improve Veteran's health and mental health - enhancing their ability to remain stable - housed and community-integrated
Monitors and administers HUD Vouchers for homeless Veterans - serving as the primary contact with local Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) and provides case management-based services (directly or through referral) necessary to ensure that Veteran care is coordinated with the VA medical center - community health or mental health providers - and agencies that serve homeless populations
Establishes - implements - and maintains referral and screening procedures for potential HUD/VASH Veteran participants that meet national policy as well as the needs of medical center mental health services and residential programs
Conducts and participates in outreach activities including field interviews - assessments and referrals for homeless Veterans
Assesses at-risk factors and develops a preliminary plan - involving the Veteran and family or significant others - and performs an insightful assessment of serious and complicated cases involving psychiatric illness which may also include - catastrophic medical condition - dementia - traumatic brain injuries - and other high risks diagnoses
Assists Veterans in maintaining appointments at VA medical centers and other community agencies for medical - psychiatric - substance abuse - vocational and other services consistent with Veteran's goals associated with healthful independent living
Gives advice - guidance - emotional support and other assistance and provides individual and group counseling services as well as crisis management services needed to maintain the Veteran safely in their residence
Establishes a continuing relationship with the Veteran - evaluating progress towards goals and adjusting the treatment plan as appropriate
The incumbent meets Veterans to assess accomplishments and re-establish goals and monitors Veteran's progress - maintains comprehensive documentation - ensures expert diagnosis and treatment of clinical disorders
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 7:30 a.m.-4:00 a.m.
Monday-Friday Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not available Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases
When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade)
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior work experience or military service experience
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 00000
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NOTE: The 2-page Resume requirement does not apply to this occupational series. For more information - refer to Required Documents below. Functions as one of the Medical Center's Case Managers for VA Black Hills HCS – Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program HUD/VASH Program. The HUD/VASH program is a collaborative effort – supported through HUD Section 8 rental assistance vouchers and VA's provision of intensive case management services.
Qualifications
United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
English Language Proficiency
In accordance with 38 U.S.C. 7402(d) - no person shall serve in direct patient care positions unless they are proficient in basic written and spoken English
Education - Master's or doctoral degree in one of the following: Clinical Mental Health Counseling
Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling
OR A related field - from a program accredited by the Council on Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs (CACREP)
Examples of related mental health counseling fields include but are not limited to Addiction Counseling, Community Counseling, Gerontology Counseling, Marital - Couple - and Family Counseling
CACREP defines the date when graduates are considered to have graduated from a CACREP accredited program
Additional information may be obtained from http://www.cacrep.org/directory/
NOTE: Traditional Rehabilitation counseling programs that are accredited by CACREP do not meet the Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC) qualification standards as Traditional Rehabilitation counseling differs from Clinical Rehabilitation counseling
Licensure - Must hold a full - current - and unrestricted license to independently practice as a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - which includes diagnosis and treatment
NOTE: Applicants pending the completion of the licensure requirement may be selected (GS-09 only) and given up to a three-year temporary appointment
Grandfather Provision: An LPMHC employed in VHA on the effective date of the qualification standard (4/3/2018) who did not meet all the basic requirements in this standard may not be promoted beyond the full performance level (GS-11) or be newly placed in supervisory or managerial positions until meeting the full qualification requirements
Grade Determinations: In addition to the basic requirements stated above - the following qualification criteria must be met for each grade
The candidate's qualifications must clearly demonstrate the level of competence required for the grade
GS-09 LPMHC (Entry Level) Requirements: Along with meeting the basic education requirements for this position you must demonstrate the following Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: Ability to engage in intake and assessment - problem identification - diagnosis - treatment planning and implementation - continuum of care - evaluation and follow-up
Knowledge of current Diagnostic and Statistical Manual (DSM) of Mental Disorders in formulation of treatment goals and application of appropriate clinical interventions using professional counseling practices
Basic knowledge of professional counseling practice with emphasis on human development principles through cognitive - affective - behavioral or systemic interventions - and strategies that address high risk behaviors - wellness - personal growth - and career development across the life span
Ability to use a wide variety of individual - group - or family counseling interventions
Ability to serve on an interdisciplinary team with focus on the intrapersonal - interpersonal - and relational functioning of individuals - groups and families and on the counseling approaches - strategies - and techniques that will best help patients function effectively
Basic skill in the use of computer software applications for drafting documents - data management - maintaining accurate - timely and thorough clinical documentation and delivery of services - such as Telehealth
Ability to learn and utilize software programs in use by VHA
Knowledge and understanding of existing relevant statutes - case laws - ethical codes - and regulations affecting professional practice of counseling
Ability to communicate effectively - both orally and in writing - with people from varied backgrounds
GS-11 LPMHC (Full Performance Level) Requirements: In addition to meeting the basic requirements - to qualify for the GS-11 you must have at least one year of post-master's or post-doctoral degree mental health counseling experience (VA or non-VA experience) that demonstrates the following Knowledge - Skills and Abilities: Ability to make professional evaluations - decisions - and recommendation for treatment planning and implementation
Advanced knowledge and mastery of the fundamentals of the counseling process which includes defining patient/family problems and maintaining an effective counseling relationship
Ability to provide subject matter consultation to colleagues and trainees on the counseling process within various specialty areas - build on the foundation of competence through regular meetings and discussions to explain assignments - review progress of cases and confer about the counseling perspectives and orientation
Ability to provide complex crisis intervention and stabilization to patients who are in psychological distress
Requires independent judgment and skill
Ability to establish goals/treatment through a collaborative process with the patient utilizing advanced counseling skills - including evidenced- based practices - screening - and psychosocial assessment
Ability to use a wide variety of individual - group - or family counseling interventions
Ability to fully utilize the current DSM in making diagnoses and formulation of treatment goals and application of appropriate clinical intervention using professional counseling practices
Ability to develop and facilitate psychotherapy and psycho-education groups that include life skills, family support and community integration
This may include evidence-based psychotherapy
All qualifying experience you possess must be clearly described in your application package
We will not make assumptions when reviewing applications
Failure to demonstrate your experience in your resume may result in disqualification
It is strongly recommended that you write to each KSA in your application package
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard - please visit https://department.va.gov/employees/va-qualifications-standards/
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor Qualification Standard The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11
Physical Requirements: You will be asked to participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position
Questions about physical demands or environmental factors may be addressed at the time of evaluation or examination
Duties
Functions as one of the Medical Center's Case Managers for VA Black Hills HCS – Health Care for Homeless Veterans Program HUD/VASH Program
The HUD/VASH program is a collaborative effort – supported through HUD Section 8 rental assistance vouchers and VA's provision of intensive case management services
The primary goal of HUD/VASH is to move Veterans and their families out of chronic homelessness
The primary component of the program is VA case management services - designed to improve Veteran's health and mental health - enhancing their ability to remain stable - housed and community-integrated
Monitors and administers HUD Vouchers for homeless Veterans - serving as the primary contact with local Public Housing Agencies (PHAs) and provides case management-based services (directly or through referral) necessary to ensure that Veteran care is coordinated with the VA medical center - community health or mental health providers - and agencies that serve homeless populations
Establishes - implements - and maintains referral and screening procedures for potential HUD/VASH Veteran participants that meet national policy as well as the needs of medical center mental health services and residential programs
Conducts and participates in outreach activities including field interviews - assessments and referrals for homeless Veterans
Assesses at-risk factors and develops a preliminary plan - involving the Veteran and family or significant others - and performs an insightful assessment of serious and complicated cases involving psychiatric illness which may also include - catastrophic medical condition - dementia - traumatic brain injuries - and other high risks diagnoses
Assists Veterans in maintaining appointments at VA medical centers and other community agencies for medical - psychiatric - substance abuse - vocational and other services consistent with Veteran's goals associated with healthful independent living
Gives advice - guidance - emotional support and other assistance and provides individual and group counseling services as well as crisis management services needed to maintain the Veteran safely in their residence
Establishes a continuing relationship with the Veteran - evaluating progress towards goals and adjusting the treatment plan as appropriate
The incumbent meets Veterans to assess accomplishments and re-establish goals and monitors Veteran's progress - maintains comprehensive documentation - ensures expert diagnosis and treatment of clinical disorders
Total Rewards of a Allied Health Professional Work Schedule: 7:30 a.m.-4:00 a.m.
Monday-Friday Recruitment Incentive (Sign-on Bonus): Not available Permanent Change of Station (Relocation Assistance): Not authorized Pay: Competitive salary and regular salary increases
When setting pay - a higher step rate of the appropriate grade may be determined after consideration of higher or unique qualifications or special needs of the VA (Above Minimum Rate of the Grade)
Paid Time Off: 37-50 days of annual paid time offer per year (13-26 days of annual leave - 13 days of sick leave - 11 paid Federal holidays per year)
Selected applicants may qualify for credit toward annual leave accrual - based on prior work experience or military service experience
Parental Leave: After 12 months of employment - up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in connection with the birth - adoption - or foster care placement of a child
Child Care Subsidy: After 60 days of employment - full time employees with a total family income below $144,000 may be eligible for a childcare subsidy up to 25% of total eligible childcare costs for eligible children up to the monthly maximum of $416.66
Retirement: Traditional federal pension (5 years vesting) and federal 401K with up to 5% in contributions by VA Insurance: Federal health/vision/dental/term life/long-term care (many federal insurance programs can be carried into retirement) Telework: Not available Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Functional Statement #: 00000
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