Addiction Therapist (Bachelor's Level)

VA Detroit; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

VA Detroit is seeking an Addiction Therapist (Bachelor's Level) to provide psychosocial treatment for substance use disorders. Candidates should have a relevant bachelor's degree and a current state license. This role involves conducting patient assessments, developing treatment plans, and working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care for clients in need.

Qualifications

• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• Citizenship and licensure requirements specified.
• Education requirements include a bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments and screenings for substance use disorders.
• Develop treatment plans in collaboration with multidisciplinary teams.
• Advocate for patients and document eligibility for treatment.

Skills

Assessment

Counseling

Communication

Crisis Intervention

Education

Bachelor's degree in drug and alcohol studies or related field

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Summary

Addiction Therapists (Bachelor's Level) work with individuals, couples, families, and groups providing psychosocial treatment for substance use disorders (SUD) and addressing the effects of SUD on interpersonal relationships using individual, couples, families, and group-oriented therapies.

Summary

Addiction Therapists (Bachelor's Level) work with individuals, couples, families, and groups providing psychosocial treatment for substance use disorders (SUD) and addressing the effects of SUD on interpersonal relationships using individual, couples, families, and group-oriented therapies.

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Duties

• Receives patients and provides psychological and social assessments as part of the intake of individuals into the substance abuse program.
• Interviews, uses questionnaires or other measurement devices, or observes the patient to assess emotional, functional, or psychological condition.
• Independently conducts initial screening of patients.
• Gathers social, drug, family and military history and reasons for referral.
• Prepares written assessments based on knowledge of patient's background and medical history for use by members of the multi-disciplinary treatment team or for won us to develop treatment.
• Independently determines patient's eligibility for treatment and documents decision to admit or refuse treatment.
• As an advocate for the patient, prepares exceptions or solicits additional information when eligibility is in question.
• Determines appropriate treatment or rehabilitation for individual patients.
• Recommends and assists the patient in setting standards of behavior and goals for evaluation of progress.
• Serves as a member of the multi-disciplinary treatment team and works with other professionals to formulate treatment and follow-up plans for each patient.
  
  

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:30pm

Telework: Not available

Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Functional Statement #: 24144F

Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized

Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job.
• All applicants tentatively selected for VA employment in a testing designated position are subject to urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Applicants who refuse to be tested will be denied employment with VA.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be proficient in written and spoken English.
• You may be required to serve a probationary period.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued dentification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP).
  
  

Qualifications

Basic Requirements:

• United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
• Physical Standards. See VA Directive and Handbook 5019, Employee Occupational Health Services for requirements.
• English Language Proficiency. ATs/LMATs appointed to direct patient care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C.
• 7403(f).
• Education. Hold a bachelor's degree in drug and alcohol studies or a related behavioral health field from an accredited college. In some states individuals may not be required to hold a bachelor's degree to be licensed in Alcohol and Drug Treatment. VHA may not waive education requirements even if the candidate has a state license.
• Licensure: Hold a full, current and unrestricted state license in the field of Alcohol and Drug Treatment AND Complete one of the following:
• National Association for Alcoholism and Drug Abuse Counselors (NAADAC), Level 1. OR
• International Certification and Reciprocity Consortium (IC&RC), Alcohol and Drug Counselor Certification (CASAC)
• Loss of License. Management officials, in collaboration with Human Resource (HR) Office staff must immediately relieve employees of the duties and responsibilities associated with this occupation who fail to maintain the required licensure which may also result in separation from employment;
  

Grade Determinations

Addiction Therapist (Bachelor's Prepared) (AT) GS-09.

Experience. One year of experience equivalent to the next lower grade of GS-07. Experience at the GS-07 grade level includes:

• Assists with addiction screening, assessments, orientation, education, treatment planning and counseling used in treatment of individuals with SUDS..
• Identify patients experiencing psychological distress and engage licensed clinicians as necessary to provide crisis intervention.
• Assists in developing an evaluation/summary of the client's substance use and any co-occurring conditions based on the results of assessments to provide an integrated approach to treatment planning based on the client's strengths, preferences and identified problems and needs.
• Knowledge of appropriate documentation of substance use history and treatment. Participate with a multidisciplinary team regarding treatment planning.
• Ability to identify patients who are in psychological distress. Communicate with a variety of institutions, organizations and service providers.
  
  

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs). In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate the following KSAs for the GS-09 grade level;

• Knowledge of coexisting medical or other mental health disorders as interrelated to SUDs.
• Ability to complete assessments of substance use disorders, treatment planning and continued care planning.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working or therapeutic relationships with multidisciplinary staff, Veterans and their families, from various backgrounds and community resources to ensure appropriate referrals.
  
  

Assignment. This is the full performance level assignment for ATs. ATs perform intake/assessments using a biopsychosocial history which could include urine toxicology/breathalyzer data and/or collateral information. They provide case management and counseling on issues that involve substance use. ATs conduct and utilize designated measurement tools for baseline and follow up care. They assist with the utilization of the assessment and in collaboration with the patient, create an individualized treatment plan and continuing care plans. ATs provide addiction related psychoeducation for individuals/groups/couples and provide evidence-based psychosocial interventions. They provide crisis intervention to patients who are in psychological distress consistent with VA national policy and within scope of practice to include engaging licensed mental health clinicians when clinically indicated. ATs are part of the treatment team that includes licensed independent practitioners that formulate plans during the continuum of care and at discharge, arrange referrals to agencies and organizations as needed.

References: VA Handbook 5005/155 November 30, 2022, PART II, APPENDIX G76-A

The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-9.

Physical Requirements: This position is in a normal setting within medical center with bending, walking, stretching, light lifting, etc. Patient care involves infection control and standard precautions.

Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Additional information

During the application process you may have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions.

This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies.

This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.

VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply. The health-related positions in VA are covered by Title 38, and are not covered by the Schedule A excepted appointment authority.

If you are unable to apply online or need an alternate method to submit documents, please reach out to the Agency Contact listed in this Job Opportunity Announcement.

Under the Fair Chance to Compete Act, the Department of Veterans Affairs prohibits requesting an applicant's criminal history prior to accepting a tentative job offer. For more information about the Act and the complaint process, visit Human Resources and Administration/Operations, Security, and Preparedness (HRA/OSP) at The Fair Chance Act.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE MAY NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Your application, resume, C.V., and/or supporting documentation will be verified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect consideration for employment.

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; religions; spiritual; community; student; social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

The Department of Veterans Affairs performs pre-employment reference checks as an assessment method used in the hiring process to verify information provided by a candidate (e.g., on resume or during interview or hiring process); gain additional knowledge regarding a candidate's abilities; and assist a hiring manager with making a final selection for a position.

It is the policy of the VA to not deny employment to those that have faced financial hardships or periods of unemployment.

Veterans and Transitioning Service Members: Please visit the VA for Vets site for career-search tools for Veterans seeking employment at VA, career development services for our existing Veterans, and coaching and reintegration support for military service members.

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Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:

• License
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• Transcript
  
  

The following documents are accepted, and may be required if applicable to your eligibility and/or qualifications for this position. Please ensure you have included all documents required for your application, such as a copy of your transcript (if using education to qualify), SF-50's (current/former Federal employees), etc.

• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Disability Letter (VA)
• License
• Professional Certification
• Resume
• SF-15
• SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
• Transcript
  
  

Veterans' Preference: When applying for Federal Jobs, eligible Veterans should claim preference for 5pt (TP), 10pt (CP/CPS/XP), or for Sole Survivor Preference (SSP) in the questionnaire. You must provide a legible copy of your DD214(s) which shows dates and character of service (honorable, general, etc.). If you are currently serving on active duty and expect to be released or discharged within 120 days you must submit documentation related to your active duty service which reflects the dates of service, character of service (honorable, general, etc.), and dates of impending separation. Additionally, disabled veterans and others eligible for 10-point preference (such as widows or mothers of eligible Veterans) must also submit an SF-15 "Application for 10 Point Veteran Preference" with required proof as stated on the form. Documentation is required to award preference. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit Feds Hire Vets - Veterans - Job Seekers - Veterans' Preference.

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.

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