Counseling Psychologist (Substance Abuse)

U.S. Army Medical Command; Ozark (AL); On-site; USD 76,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Army Medical Command in Ozark, AL seeks a Counseling Psychologist (Substance Abuse) to provide professional counseling and addiction medicine treatment for patients with alcohol and substance use disorders.

The position operates under Direct Hire Authority with DoD DHA, with consideration of foreign education equivalency and applicable security requirements. Applications close on 2027-06-24.

Responsibilities

• Use a broad range of professional knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, procedures, and practices relevant to the substance abuse program and addiction medicine outpatient program to conduct comprehensive substance abuse treatment of patients.

Job description

Counseling Psychologist (Substance Abuse)

• Hiring Agency: U.S. Army Medical Command

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Performs professional counseling and addiction medicine treatment in support of patients with an alcohol and substance abuse diagnosis.

Key Responsibilities

Use a broad range of professional knowledge of advanced concepts, principles, procedures, and practices relevant to the substance abuse program and addiction medicine outpatient program to conduct comprehensive substance abuse treatment of patients.

Requirements & Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/

Frequently Asked Questions

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with U.S. Army Medical Command, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $76463 – $99404/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Other security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-06-24.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Public' hiring path.