Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)
Employee Assistance Counselor
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Employee Assistance Counselor (Federal Bureau of Investigation)
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Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Pay Range
This range is provided by Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range : $75,706.00/yr - $117,034.00/yr GS-12 Salary : $75,706.00 - $98,422.00 GS-13 Salary : $90,025.00 - $117,034.00 Job Summary
Are you a skilled counselor passionate about making a difference? The FBI is hiring exceptional therapists and clinicians to provide confidential support to employees and their families. In this role, you’ll deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and mental health programs that strengthen resilience, foster well‑being, and build a supportive culture within the world’s premier law enforcement agency. Key Requirements
Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Some travel required. Transcripts required if qualifying under A and/or B of the Basic Requirements. Must submit a copy of current state clinical mental health independent practice license in psychology, social work, psychiatrist, professional counseling or a closely allied mental health field with demonstrated substance abuse experience. Add your state license number and type to your resume. Major Duties
GS-12 Provide supportive counseling for employees, family members, and task force officers experiencing a wide range of problems characterized by feelings of distress, impaired work performance, health, finances, and/or social well‑being issues. Assist employees and supervisors resolve work‑related problems and monitor employees’ progress to aid long‑term recovery efforts. Provide internal and external referrals to clients. Develop and present a variety of psycho‑educational topics to a non‑clinical audience. Respond to national and local crisis events. Provide after‑hours and on‑call support as needed. GS-13 (in addition to the above) Serve at HQ/Field Office as a clinical mental health professional in the EAP as assigned and as a technical advisor to executive management. Provide training and guidance to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinators/Counselors. Develop and deliver training on mental health and wellness topics. Provide management consultations. Qualifications and Evaluations
Please ensure that your specialized experience and requirements are clearly identifiable in your resume. Your application will be evaluated using the FBI’s Candidate Rating Procedures. Basic Requirements
Applicants can meet the Basic Requirements by fulfilling one or more of the following: A degree in behavioral science or a related discipline appropriate to the position. Combination of education and experience that provides knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. Four years of appropriate experience demonstrating knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. IF SUBMITTING APPLICATION BASED UPON BASIC REQUIREMENTS A OR B, YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR TRANSCRIPTS TO DOCUMENT THAT YOU HAVE MET THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENT. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE APPLICATION; HOWEVER, OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO BEGINNING EMPLOYMENT. Specialized Experience (SE)
In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements above, applicants must also meet the specialized experience (SE) requirements as described below. GS-12 : Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS‑11 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience interpreting federal laws, regulations and directives governing operations of employee assistance counseling programs. Experience providing short‑term interventions and resource referral assistance to federal employees and their families seeking help with challenges related to mental health and/or substance abuse, emotional, gambling, marital, family relations, financial, work‑related issues, stress, grief/loss or other personal problems. Experience providing educational material to the level and interests of the audience and experience leading lectures, training seminars, and discussion groups. GS‑13 : In addition to the above, applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS‑12 level, as defined below: Experience diagnosing and treating a variety of psychological illnesses and personality disorders, dual diagnosis and maladaptive behaviors. Experience providing educational material to the level and interests of the audience and ability to communicate such material effectively in forums such as lectures, training seminars, and discussion groups. Experience consulting and advising management and healthcare professionals on complex employee performance and behavioral concerns and sensitive issues such as psychological, physiological and sociological aspects of alcoholism and other addictions and with the prevailing modes of treatment and rehabilitation. Desired Skills
Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants. GS-12: Two years of full‑time experience after obtaining license. (Two‑five years of experience post independent licensure). GS-13: One year of full‑time experience at the GS‑13. (Five years of experience post independent licensure). How to Apply
For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply. If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. Required Documents
A two‑page resume that outlines relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be considered. A complete assessment questionnaire. Other Supporting Documents (if applicable)
College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement. Copy of current state clinical mental health independent practice license in psychology, social work, psychiatrist, professional counseling or a clinical independent practice license from a closely allied mental health field. Notification of Personnel Action, SF‑50; not applicable to current FBI employees. Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees. Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF‑15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later. What to Expect Next
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process. Equal Employment Opportunity
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy and related conditions, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non‑merit factors. Benefits
The Bureau matches your dedication with a commitment to professional growth, a supportive work environment, and a robust benefits package that prioritizes you. As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy comprehensive health and life insurance benefits, paid vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays. For more details about benefits available to all federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management’s website.
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Join to apply for the
Employee Assistance Counselor
role at
Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Pay Range
This range is provided by Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range : $75,706.00/yr - $117,034.00/yr GS-12 Salary : $75,706.00 - $98,422.00 GS-13 Salary : $90,025.00 - $117,034.00 Job Summary
Are you a skilled counselor passionate about making a difference? The FBI is hiring exceptional therapists and clinicians to provide confidential support to employees and their families. In this role, you’ll deliver counseling, crisis intervention, and mental health programs that strengthen resilience, foster well‑being, and build a supportive culture within the world’s premier law enforcement agency. Key Requirements
Must be a U.S. citizen. Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance. Some travel required. Transcripts required if qualifying under A and/or B of the Basic Requirements. Must submit a copy of current state clinical mental health independent practice license in psychology, social work, psychiatrist, professional counseling or a closely allied mental health field with demonstrated substance abuse experience. Add your state license number and type to your resume. Major Duties
GS-12 Provide supportive counseling for employees, family members, and task force officers experiencing a wide range of problems characterized by feelings of distress, impaired work performance, health, finances, and/or social well‑being issues. Assist employees and supervisors resolve work‑related problems and monitor employees’ progress to aid long‑term recovery efforts. Provide internal and external referrals to clients. Develop and present a variety of psycho‑educational topics to a non‑clinical audience. Respond to national and local crisis events. Provide after‑hours and on‑call support as needed. GS-13 (in addition to the above) Serve at HQ/Field Office as a clinical mental health professional in the EAP as assigned and as a technical advisor to executive management. Provide training and guidance to Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Coordinators/Counselors. Develop and deliver training on mental health and wellness topics. Provide management consultations. Qualifications and Evaluations
Please ensure that your specialized experience and requirements are clearly identifiable in your resume. Your application will be evaluated using the FBI’s Candidate Rating Procedures. Basic Requirements
Applicants can meet the Basic Requirements by fulfilling one or more of the following: A degree in behavioral science or a related discipline appropriate to the position. Combination of education and experience that provides knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. Four years of appropriate experience demonstrating knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. IF SUBMITTING APPLICATION BASED UPON BASIC REQUIREMENTS A OR B, YOU MUST SUBMIT A COPY OF YOUR TRANSCRIPTS TO DOCUMENT THAT YOU HAVE MET THE EDUCATION REQUIREMENT. UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE ACCEPTED IN THE APPLICATION; HOWEVER, OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO BEGINNING EMPLOYMENT. Specialized Experience (SE)
In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements above, applicants must also meet the specialized experience (SE) requirements as described below. GS-12 : Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS‑11 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience interpreting federal laws, regulations and directives governing operations of employee assistance counseling programs. Experience providing short‑term interventions and resource referral assistance to federal employees and their families seeking help with challenges related to mental health and/or substance abuse, emotional, gambling, marital, family relations, financial, work‑related issues, stress, grief/loss or other personal problems. Experience providing educational material to the level and interests of the audience and experience leading lectures, training seminars, and discussion groups. GS‑13 : In addition to the above, applicant must possess at least one (1) year of SE equivalent to the GS‑12 level, as defined below: Experience diagnosing and treating a variety of psychological illnesses and personality disorders, dual diagnosis and maladaptive behaviors. Experience providing educational material to the level and interests of the audience and ability to communicate such material effectively in forums such as lectures, training seminars, and discussion groups. Experience consulting and advising management and healthcare professionals on complex employee performance and behavioral concerns and sensitive issues such as psychological, physiological and sociological aspects of alcoholism and other addictions and with the prevailing modes of treatment and rehabilitation. Desired Skills
Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants. GS-12: Two years of full‑time experience after obtaining license. (Two‑five years of experience post independent licensure). GS-13: One year of full‑time experience at the GS‑13. (Five years of experience post independent licensure). How to Apply
For detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply. If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance. Required Documents
A two‑page resume that outlines relevant work experience and associated start and end dates. Resumes exceeding two pages will not be considered. A complete assessment questionnaire. Other Supporting Documents (if applicable)
College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement. Copy of current state clinical mental health independent practice license in psychology, social work, psychiatrist, professional counseling or a clinical independent practice license from a closely allied mental health field. Notification of Personnel Action, SF‑50; not applicable to current FBI employees. Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees. Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF‑15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later. What to Expect Next
Once your complete application is received, we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process. Equal Employment Opportunity
The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy and related conditions, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non‑merit factors. Benefits
The Bureau matches your dedication with a commitment to professional growth, a supportive work environment, and a robust benefits package that prioritizes you. As a member of our team, you’ll enjoy comprehensive health and life insurance benefits, paid vacation, sick leave, and federal holidays. For more details about benefits available to all federal employees, visit the Office of Personnel Management’s website.
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