The position is located in the Department of Justice (DOJ), Justice Management Division (JMD), Human Resources, Employee Assistance Program (EAP). The incumbent provides counseling services to Department employees; supports the EAP program through the preparation of trainings, management consultations, and program administration; and performs special studies. Work Schedule: May require occasional weekend work.

Duties

As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from the many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who share our commitment to public service. The duties and responsibilities of an Employee Assistance Program Specialist generally include, but are not limited to, the following: Assists the JMD EAP Manager in the development of Department programs tailored to workforce resiliency, stress mitigation, improved mental health, effective work life balance, and specialized counseling services in concert with and for DOJ components. Provides confidential, short-term, solution-focused counseling and referral services to DOJ employees and their eligible family members. Provides counseling support to Department leadership, employees and family members impacted by operational traumatic incidents, as well as personal traumas affecting large numbers of people. Creates and coherently presents academic mental health topics to non-academic audiences. Conducts comprehensive evaluations of ongoing functions to ensure that the organization meets its stated goals and identifies areas where operational efficiency can be enhanced. Works with Contract Officer to discuss contract modifications when needed to ensure effective delivery of services.

Requirements

• You must be a United States Citizen or National.
• You will be required to complete a pre-employment security investigation and background check which includes a drug screening.
• You may be required to complete a one-year probationary or two-year trial period.
• Selective Service registration is required for males born on, or after, December 31, 1959. Those not registered should have an approved exemption on file.
• You must meet all eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement and continue to meet these requirements throughout the hiring process. Offers can be rescinded if requirements are not met.
• Additional selections may be made from this announcement, at any time, if openings occur in other offices serviced by Justice Management Division, HR Operations.

Qualifications

To qualify for the position of Employee Assistance Program Specialist at (GS-0101-14), you must meet the basic qualification requirements listed below AND possess the required specialized experience specific to this series and grade you're applying to. If you are a current or former government employee on a permanent appointment in the competitive service, you will need to demonstrate 1-year (52-weeks) at the next lower grade level, to meet the time-in-grade requirements for this occupational series and grade. Additionally, please ensure to submit an applicable SF50 (please refer to the "required documents" section for additional information). Basic Requirement A. Degree: Bachelor's degree or higher that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in a major field of study or specific course requirements in the behavioral or social sciences, or a degree in a related discipline appropriate to the position. (NOTE: You must provide a copy of your transcripts) OR B. Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences that provided the applicant with knowledge of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. (NOTE: You must provide a copy of your transcripts) OR C. Experience: Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated that the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: Specialized Experience is defined as: 1) Providing short-term counseling services to employees; 2) Identifying employee assistance resources for employees or covered family members; and 3) Evaluating effectiveness of Employee Assistance Program or Worklife Program. Selective Placement Factor: Applicant must possess and maintain a valid and unrestricted state license to independently practice professional counseling, marriage and family therapy, social work, clinical psychology or counseling psychology, examples may include: Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LISW), Licensed Clinical Psychologist (LCP) or Counseling Psychologist, PhD. You MUST meet all qualification requirements, including Time-in-Grade, by the closing date of this announcement, 08/29/2023. Your resume must support your responses to the online questionnaire and the qualification requirements. Failure to do so may result in an ineligible rating. See the Required Documents section for important notes about what must be included in your resume.

Education

Basic Requirements:
Degree that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences. Or, Combination of education and experience that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences, and that provided applicants with knowledge of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a 4-year degree as shown in A above.

Education must be reviewed and certified by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be creditable toward your qualifications. Therefore, you should provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Foreign Education: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that 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 more information about this requirement, please visit the U.S. Department of Education website for Foreign Education Evaluation.

All documentation must be in English or include an English translation.

Contacts

• Address Justice Management Division, Human Resources 2 Constitution Square 145 N Street NE Room 9W.300 Washington, DC 20530 US
• Name: Daisy Navarrete
• Phone: 202-316-2951
• Email: [email protected]