U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - Substance Use Disorder
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs, Fargo, North Dakota, us, 58126
Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - Substance Use Disorder
Base pay range: $61,111.00/yr - $96,116.00/yr
Summary The Fargo VA Health Care System is recruiting for 1 full-time Mental Health Counselor for the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Program. This vacancy will be filled by a Social Worker - Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master) - or Staff Psychologist. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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
Education
Hold a master's or doctoral degree in: 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
Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to LPMHC positions must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to independently practice as a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor, which includes diagnosis and treatment
English Language Proficiency: LPMHCs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, Paragraph 3.j
Grade Determinations: GS-9 (Entry Level) Experience, Education, and Licensure
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
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 lifespan
Ability to use a wide variety of individual, group, or family counseling interventions
Ability to serve on an interdisciplinary team focusing on intrapersonal, interpersonal, and relational functioning of individuals, groups, and families and on counseling approaches, strategies, and techniques that best help patients function effectively
Basic skill in using computer software applications for drafting documents, data management, maintaining accurate, timely and thorough clinical documentation and delivery of services—including Telehealth
Ability to learn and utilize software programs used by VHA
Knowledge and understanding of statutes, case laws, ethical codes, and regulations affecting professional counseling practice
Ability to communicate effectively—both orally and in writing—with people from varied backgrounds
GS-11 (Full Performance Level) Experience, Education, and Licensure: candidates must have at least one year of post-master's or post-doctoral mental health counseling experience and be licensed at the independent practice level, demonstrating all KSAs in subparagraph (c)
Supervision: LPMHCs may provide clinical supervision over the clinical practice of an unlicensed LPMHC or LPMHC trainee
Physical Requirements: Applicants must participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position
Duties
The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers
This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest
As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements—seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran
This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community
This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being
The LPMHC provides evidence‑based psychotherapy to clients diagnosed with Substance Use Disorders as well as co‑occurring disorders including PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders and maintains a consistent clinical caseload within the outpatient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Program
This includes services such as individual evidence‑based treatment for substance abuse, data‑gathering, assessment, treatment planning, treatment delivery, consultation, patient‑family education, professional education, referral, and documentation in the medical record
Fargo VA has an intensive outpatient program for SUD – Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Contingency Management (CM)
The LPMHC performs duties primarily at the Fargo VA Healthcare System and associated Community Based Outreach Centers (CBOCs)
The primary duty station for this position is at the Fargo VA
The LPMHC works with an interdisciplinary team to provide guidance and support to Veterans in recovery
In collaboration with other disciplines, the LPMHC works to ensure that the Veterans' recovery plan is self‑directed and patient‑centered; the LPMHC should demonstrate knowledge of community‑based resources that will assist the Veteran in continuing an individual program of recovery
The LPMHC is responsible for providing case management and evidence‑based psychotherapy
The LPMHC works with individuals—couples—families—and groups providing psychosocial treatment for SUD and addressing the effects of SUD on interpersonal relationships using individual, couples, families, and group‑oriented therapies
The LPMHC's functions include psychosocial assessment, sharing in mental health treatment planning responsibilities, and discharge planning coordination as needed
The LPMHC functions in a clinical manner that reflects knowledge, skills, and understanding of the impact of addiction on life changes of adults and corresponding bio‑psychosocial needs to include interpersonal relationships, group membership, cultural considerations, employment, social skills, and crisis passage
The LPMHC participates in tracking and maintenance of follow‑up measures, quality control, and process improvement
Duties include— but are not limited to: evidence‑based psychotherapy; psychosocial assessment; treatment planning/goal setting; coordination of treatment; crisis intervention; education/health promotion and prevention; coordination of discharge planning services; supportive counseling; documentation & administrative requirements
Work Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Telework: Not available; Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized; EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
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Summary The Fargo VA Health Care System is recruiting for 1 full-time Mental Health Counselor for the Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Program. This vacancy will be filled by a Social Worker - Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor - Addiction Therapist (Licensed Master) - or Staff Psychologist. This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP).
Qualifications
Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.
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
Education
Hold a master's or doctoral degree in: 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
Licensure: Persons hired or reassigned to LPMHC positions must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to independently practice as a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor, which includes diagnosis and treatment
English Language Proficiency: LPMHCs must be proficient in spoken and written English in accordance with VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Chapter 3, Section A, Paragraph 3.j
Grade Determinations: GS-9 (Entry Level) Experience, Education, and Licensure
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs):
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 lifespan
Ability to use a wide variety of individual, group, or family counseling interventions
Ability to serve on an interdisciplinary team focusing on intrapersonal, interpersonal, and relational functioning of individuals, groups, and families and on counseling approaches, strategies, and techniques that best help patients function effectively
Basic skill in using computer software applications for drafting documents, data management, maintaining accurate, timely and thorough clinical documentation and delivery of services—including Telehealth
Ability to learn and utilize software programs used by VHA
Knowledge and understanding of statutes, case laws, ethical codes, and regulations affecting professional counseling practice
Ability to communicate effectively—both orally and in writing—with people from varied backgrounds
GS-11 (Full Performance Level) Experience, Education, and Licensure: candidates must have at least one year of post-master's or post-doctoral mental health counseling experience and be licensed at the independent practice level, demonstrating all KSAs in subparagraph (c)
Supervision: LPMHCs may provide clinical supervision over the clinical practice of an unlicensed LPMHC or LPMHC trainee
Physical Requirements: Applicants must participate in a pre-employment examination or evaluation as part of the pre-employment process for this position
Duties
The VA Midwest Health Care Network advocates for a Whole Health System of care in each of the Medical Centers
This is an approach to healthcare that empowers and equips people to take charge of their health and well-being and live their lives to the fullest
As an employee operating in a Whole Health System of care, you will operate in a model with three core elements—seeking to create a personalized health plan for each Veteran
This is done in the context of healing relationships and healing environments and a connection back to the Veteran's community
This aligns with the Veterans Health Administration (VHA) Mission Statement to honor America's Veterans by providing exceptional health care that improves their health and well-being
The LPMHC provides evidence‑based psychotherapy to clients diagnosed with Substance Use Disorders as well as co‑occurring disorders including PTSD, anxiety, and mood disorders and maintains a consistent clinical caseload within the outpatient Substance Use Disorder (SUD) Treatment Program
This includes services such as individual evidence‑based treatment for substance abuse, data‑gathering, assessment, treatment planning, treatment delivery, consultation, patient‑family education, professional education, referral, and documentation in the medical record
Fargo VA has an intensive outpatient program for SUD – Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT) and Contingency Management (CM)
The LPMHC performs duties primarily at the Fargo VA Healthcare System and associated Community Based Outreach Centers (CBOCs)
The primary duty station for this position is at the Fargo VA
The LPMHC works with an interdisciplinary team to provide guidance and support to Veterans in recovery
In collaboration with other disciplines, the LPMHC works to ensure that the Veterans' recovery plan is self‑directed and patient‑centered; the LPMHC should demonstrate knowledge of community‑based resources that will assist the Veteran in continuing an individual program of recovery
The LPMHC is responsible for providing case management and evidence‑based psychotherapy
The LPMHC works with individuals—couples—families—and groups providing psychosocial treatment for SUD and addressing the effects of SUD on interpersonal relationships using individual, couples, families, and group‑oriented therapies
The LPMHC's functions include psychosocial assessment, sharing in mental health treatment planning responsibilities, and discharge planning coordination as needed
The LPMHC functions in a clinical manner that reflects knowledge, skills, and understanding of the impact of addiction on life changes of adults and corresponding bio‑psychosocial needs to include interpersonal relationships, group membership, cultural considerations, employment, social skills, and crisis passage
The LPMHC participates in tracking and maintenance of follow‑up measures, quality control, and process improvement
Duties include— but are not limited to: evidence‑based psychotherapy; psychosocial assessment; treatment planning/goal setting; coordination of treatment; crisis intervention; education/health promotion and prevention; coordination of discharge planning services; supportive counseling; documentation & administrative requirements
Work Schedule: Monday‑Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Telework: Not available; Virtual: This is not a virtual position
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized; EDRP Authorized: Former EDRP participants ineligible to apply for incentive
Learn more Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized
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