Employee Assistance Program Specialist

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 major duties 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.
• The incumbent will serve as a liaison and program coordinator and develops, implements, monitors, and evaluates suicide prevention activities in support of department goals and will do so in collaboration with stakeholders within DOJ as well as other federal government agencies and will assist in developing wellness programs to include conducting and evaluating needs assessments, implementing programs and / or activities, and planning, organizing, and managing multiple projects in the areas of psychological health and wellness. Requirements Conditions of EmploymentYou 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 31st 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. QualificationsTo 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.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)ORB. 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)ORC. 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 specialized experience for the position.Specialized experience : You must have one year of specialized experience at the GS-13 grade level or equivalent pay band in the Federal service that provides short-term counseling services to employees, identifies employee assistance resources for employees or covered family members, and evaluates effectiveness of the Employee Assistance Program or Work Life 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, 01 / 30 / 2025.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.EducationIf you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements, please see the statements below : 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 towards your qualifications. Therefore, 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. Additional informationThe bullets below outline the various groups of applicants that fall under the term "status candidates". This vacancy is open to applicants from any of the groups listed below : When you apply you'll have the chance to claim an eligibility pathway, be sure you fully read each statement and any links provided to make sure you know which eligibility you qualify for.See a full list and learn more at USAJOBS, see : What does Status Candidate mean? or Which Jobs am I Eligible to Apply for?CURRENT AND FORMER FEDERAL EMPLOYEES : For more information, see USAJOBS Federal Employees.CAREER TRANSITION PROGRAMS (CTAP or ICTAP) : For more information visit : USAJOBS Career Transition ProgramsVETERANS AND MILITARY SPOUSES : Please see USAJOBS Veterans Preference for more details.SCHEDULE A, PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES Learn more at USAJOBS - Individuals with Disabilities.General Employment Information : REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION : Our policy can be found at : DOJ EEO STATEMENT : The U.S. Department of Justice fosters an inclusive and diverse workforce, find our EEO statement online at : SELECTIVE SERVICE : If you were born male, on or after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. Additional information is found at : .This position is included in the bargaining unit.JMD American Federation of State County and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement closes, a review of your resume and supporting documentation will be conducted by the HR Specialist. This information will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your eligibility for Federal employment, and then whether you are qualified for this particular position. If a determination is made that you have inflated your responses when compared to your background information, you may be deemed ineligible, or your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your skills and abilities.Additionally, we will review your supporting documents and resume to determine if you are in the "Area of Consideration" for this vacancy. Government-Wide Merit Promotion vacancies may only accept applications from a limited audience, pay careful attention to the "Who May Apply" and the "Hiring Paths" information. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.When addressing the specialized experience statement, applicants must present evidence of the experience in their resume. If the specialized experience statement is repeated, in the applicant's resume, Human Resources will deem the applicant as ineligible.BASIS OF RATING : DOJ's Merit Promotion Procedures will be used to evaluate candidates.Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, and other characteristics) : Oral CommunicationPlanning and EvaluatingTherapy and CounselingCareer Transition Programs (CTAP or ICTAP) : These programs apply to Federal and / or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must : Meet CTAP or ICTAP eligibility criteria;Be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 85 or above based on the competencies listed above; andSubmit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP or ICTAP eligibility.