Marriage and Family Therapist - Behavioral Health Interdisciplinary Program (BHIP)
Summary The goal of the Marriage and Family Therapist is to enhance relationships, improve interactions between Veterans, their spouses, and families, and to promote optimal service delivery through education related to effective communication and problem-solving, military culture, and various mental and physical health disorders and their potential impact on relationships.
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:
A
Citizenship
Be a citizen of the United States
(Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g this part)
B
Education
Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a program approved by COAMFTE, Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a MFT program from a regionally accredited institution
C
Licensure
Persons hired or reassigned to MFT positions in the GS-0101 series in VHA must must hold a full, current, and unrestricted MFT license to independently practice marriage and family therapy in a State.Exception
May waive the licensure requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified, pending completion of State prerequisites for licensure examinations for a period not to exceed three years from the date of employment on the condition that MFTs appointed on this basis provide care only under the supervision of a fully licensed MFT with an AAMFT approved license
Non-licensed MFTs who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements may be given an appointment as an MFT under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7401 (3)
This exception only applies at the entry grade level (GS-9)
For grades at or above the full performance level, the candidate must be licensed
MFTs that are not licensed at the time of appointment must become licensed at the independent level (Journey level) within three years of their appointment as a MFT
Most States require two years of post-graduate MFT experience as a pre-requisite to taking the licensure examination; VHA allows MFTs one additional year to pass the licensure exam
It is VHA policy that a MFT who does not yet have a license that allows independent practice must be clinically supervised by an MMFT approved licensed MFT at or above the journey level who is a VA staff member and who has access to the electronic health record
Failure to Obtain License
In all cases, unlicensed MFTs must actively pursue meeting State prerequisites for licensure starting from the date of their appointment
At the time of appointment, the Human Resource Officer will provide the unlicensed MFT with the written requirements for licensure, the date by which the license must be obtained, and the consequences for not becoming licensed by the deadline
Failure to obtain a license by the prescribed date will result in removal from the GS-0101 MFT series and may result in termination of employment
Grade Determinations:
Marriage and Family Therapist, GS-9 (Entry Level) Experience, Education and Licensure
The entry level grade is used for non- licensed MFTs or for MFTs (master's or doctoral level) who are graduates not yet licensed at the independent practice (Journey) level
Unlicensed MFTs at the GS-9 grade level have completed the required education listed in paragraph 3b above, and are working toward completion of prerequisites for licensure
In addition, the candidates must demonstrate the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) in subparagraph (b) below
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
Knowledge of human development throughout the lifespan, interventions based on research and family systems theory and therapy, formal diagnostic criteria, risk assessment, evidence-based practice and assessment tools
Ability to assess, with supervision, the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members
Knowledge to formulate, implement, and re-evaluate a treatment plan through continuous assessment identifying the Veteran's challenges, strengths, readiness to change, external influences and current events surrounding the origins and maintenance of the presenting issue, and interactional patterns within the client system
Ability to provide counseling and/or psychotherapy services, under supervision, to individuals, groups, couples and families in a culturally competent manner that facilitates change through restructuring and reorganizing of the client system
Basic knowledge and understanding of existing relevant statutes, case law, ethical codes, and regulations affecting professional practice of marriage and family therapy
Ability to draft documents, manage data, maintain accurate, timely and thorough clinical documentation, and track quality improvements
Marriage and Family Therapist, GS-11 (Full Performance Level) Experience, Education and Licensure
In addition to the basic requirements, the GS-11 full performance level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-master's degree experience in the field of marriage and family therapy work (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure in a State at the independent practice level
In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the KSAs in subparagraph (b) below
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
In addition to the experience above, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
Skill to independently assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members
Ability to provide counseling and/or psychotherapy services to individuals, groups, couples and families in a culturally competent manner that facilitates change through restructuring and reorganizing the client system
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Veterans and their families, colleagues, and other professionals in collaboration throughout treatment regarding clinical, ethical and legal issues and concerns
Knowledge and understanding of existing relevant statutes, case law, ethical codes, regulations and VA policies affecting the practice of marriage and family therapy
This includes the ability to assist Veterans and their families in making informed decisions relevant to treatment to include limits of confidentiality
Ability to provide orientation, training and consultation to new MFTs including clinical oversight of MFT graduate students, and/or provide clinical supervision to pre-licensure MFTs
Skill in the use of computer software applications for drafting documents, data management, maintaining accurate, timely and thorough clinical documentation, and tracking quality improvements
References:
VA Handbook 5005/101, Part II, Appendix G44The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11
Physical Requirements:
This position is predominately a clinical/administrative position
However, as this position requires a licensed professional, the physical demands remain equivalent to the clinical requirements for the position
The clinical component of this position provides direct services to patients and their families through casework
Incumbents must be physically and mentally able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position without hazard to themselves or others
Normal work of the position requires visual acuity (with the ability to read typewritten characters without strain, corrective lenses permitted), keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity
This position requires potentially moderate levels of lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)
The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders
The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on patient needs
Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment
Duties Incumbent primarily provides couples and family therapy to the Veteran population served at the Roseburg VA Health Care System.
Services include the provision of high-quality comprehensive therapy, family advocacy, and coordination of linkages to other appropriate VA or community service providers and/or agencies as needed by clientele.
This is accomplished in collaboration with other members of the General Mental Health Clinic interdisciplinary treatment team.
Services are timely, effectively coordinated and executed, relevant to the psychosocial needs of Veterans and their families and directed to strengthening family relationships.
Incumbent is stationed in Roseburg, Oregon.
FUNCTIONS OF POSITION 1.
Incumbent functions as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the General Mental Health Clinic under the guidance of the Mental Health Clinic Coordinator and direct administrative supervision of the LMFT Supervisor.
2.
Independently conducts thorough clinical assessments with focus on identifying risk factors and the psychosocial needs of Veterans and their identified significant others click apply for full job detailsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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:
A
Citizenship
Be a citizen of the United States
(Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with chapter 3, section A, paragraph 3g this part)
B
Education
Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a program approved by COAMFTE, Hold a master's degree or doctoral degree in marriage and family therapy from a MFT program from a regionally accredited institution
C
Licensure
Persons hired or reassigned to MFT positions in the GS-0101 series in VHA must must hold a full, current, and unrestricted MFT license to independently practice marriage and family therapy in a State.Exception
May waive the licensure requirement for persons who are otherwise qualified, pending completion of State prerequisites for licensure examinations for a period not to exceed three years from the date of employment on the condition that MFTs appointed on this basis provide care only under the supervision of a fully licensed MFT with an AAMFT approved license
Non-licensed MFTs who otherwise meet the eligibility requirements may be given an appointment as an MFT under the authority of 38 U.S.C. 7401 (3)
This exception only applies at the entry grade level (GS-9)
For grades at or above the full performance level, the candidate must be licensed
MFTs that are not licensed at the time of appointment must become licensed at the independent level (Journey level) within three years of their appointment as a MFT
Most States require two years of post-graduate MFT experience as a pre-requisite to taking the licensure examination; VHA allows MFTs one additional year to pass the licensure exam
It is VHA policy that a MFT who does not yet have a license that allows independent practice must be clinically supervised by an MMFT approved licensed MFT at or above the journey level who is a VA staff member and who has access to the electronic health record
Failure to Obtain License
In all cases, unlicensed MFTs must actively pursue meeting State prerequisites for licensure starting from the date of their appointment
At the time of appointment, the Human Resource Officer will provide the unlicensed MFT with the written requirements for licensure, the date by which the license must be obtained, and the consequences for not becoming licensed by the deadline
Failure to obtain a license by the prescribed date will result in removal from the GS-0101 MFT series and may result in termination of employment
Grade Determinations:
Marriage and Family Therapist, GS-9 (Entry Level) Experience, Education and Licensure
The entry level grade is used for non- licensed MFTs or for MFTs (master's or doctoral level) who are graduates not yet licensed at the independent practice (Journey) level
Unlicensed MFTs at the GS-9 grade level have completed the required education listed in paragraph 3b above, and are working toward completion of prerequisites for licensure
In addition, the candidates must demonstrate the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) in subparagraph (b) below
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
In addition to the experience above, the candidate must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
Knowledge of human development throughout the lifespan, interventions based on research and family systems theory and therapy, formal diagnostic criteria, risk assessment, evidence-based practice and assessment tools
Ability to assess, with supervision, the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members
Knowledge to formulate, implement, and re-evaluate a treatment plan through continuous assessment identifying the Veteran's challenges, strengths, readiness to change, external influences and current events surrounding the origins and maintenance of the presenting issue, and interactional patterns within the client system
Ability to provide counseling and/or psychotherapy services, under supervision, to individuals, groups, couples and families in a culturally competent manner that facilitates change through restructuring and reorganizing of the client system
Basic knowledge and understanding of existing relevant statutes, case law, ethical codes, and regulations affecting professional practice of marriage and family therapy
Ability to draft documents, manage data, maintain accurate, timely and thorough clinical documentation, and track quality improvements
Marriage and Family Therapist, GS-11 (Full Performance Level) Experience, Education and Licensure
In addition to the basic requirements, the GS-11 full performance level requires completion of a minimum of one year of post-master's degree experience in the field of marriage and family therapy work (VA or non-VA experience) and licensure in a State at the independent practice level
In addition, the candidate must demonstrate the KSAs in subparagraph (b) below
Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
In addition to the experience above, candidates must demonstrate all of the following KSAs:
Skill to independently assess the psychosocial functioning and needs of Veterans and their family members
Ability to provide counseling and/or psychotherapy services to individuals, groups, couples and families in a culturally competent manner that facilitates change through restructuring and reorganizing the client system
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with Veterans and their families, colleagues, and other professionals in collaboration throughout treatment regarding clinical, ethical and legal issues and concerns
Knowledge and understanding of existing relevant statutes, case law, ethical codes, regulations and VA policies affecting the practice of marriage and family therapy
This includes the ability to assist Veterans and their families in making informed decisions relevant to treatment to include limits of confidentiality
Ability to provide orientation, training and consultation to new MFTs including clinical oversight of MFT graduate students, and/or provide clinical supervision to pre-licensure MFTs
Skill in the use of computer software applications for drafting documents, data management, maintaining accurate, timely and thorough clinical documentation, and tracking quality improvements
References:
VA Handbook 5005/101, Part II, Appendix G44The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-11
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of GS-9 to GS-11
Physical Requirements:
This position is predominately a clinical/administrative position
However, as this position requires a licensed professional, the physical demands remain equivalent to the clinical requirements for the position
The clinical component of this position provides direct services to patients and their families through casework
Incumbents must be physically and mentally able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position without hazard to themselves or others
Normal work of the position requires visual acuity (with the ability to read typewritten characters without strain, corrective lenses permitted), keen hearing, clear distinctive speech, and manual dexterity
This position requires potentially moderate levels of lifting and carrying (15-44 pounds)
The incumbent may occasionally be exposed to patients who are combative secondary to delirium, dementia, or psychiatric disorders
The incumbent must be a mature, flexible, sensible individual capable of working effectively in stressful situations, able to shift priorities based on patient needs
Must complete annual Employee Health requirements, such as annual TB screening or testing, as a condition of employment
Duties Incumbent primarily provides couples and family therapy to the Veteran population served at the Roseburg VA Health Care System.
Services include the provision of high-quality comprehensive therapy, family advocacy, and coordination of linkages to other appropriate VA or community service providers and/or agencies as needed by clientele.
This is accomplished in collaboration with other members of the General Mental Health Clinic interdisciplinary treatment team.
Services are timely, effectively coordinated and executed, relevant to the psychosocial needs of Veterans and their families and directed to strengthening family relationships.
Incumbent is stationed in Roseburg, Oregon.
FUNCTIONS OF POSITION 1.
Incumbent functions as a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the General Mental Health Clinic under the guidance of the Mental Health Clinic Coordinator and direct administrative supervision of the LMFT Supervisor.
2.
Independently conducts thorough clinical assessments with focus on identifying risk factors and the psychosocial needs of Veterans and their identified significant others click apply for full job detailsEstimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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