Department Of Justice

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.. Responsible for the development and operations of the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) community-based protocols for reentry, substance use, mental illness and sex offender treatment, and oversees the coordination and implementation of the entire community-based treatment program.. Represents the BOP by serving as a liaison to, and/or coordinates activities with, U.S. Probation, Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, U.S. District Court Judges and the U.S. Parole Commission in the development and implementation of all community-based treatment for the BOP.. Prepares responses to congressional or judicial inquiries concerning community treatment related concerns, and oversees drafting of Executive Staff correspondence and legislation pertaining to reentry or community treatment programs in the BOP and community.. 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.

treatment specialist

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Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.
Our highly-skilled, diverse, and innovative workforce creates a strong foundation of safety and security. Through the principles of humanity and normalcy, we develop good neighbors.
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Overview
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<li>Accepting applications</li>
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04/24/2024 to 05/15/2024
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<li>Salary</li>
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$139,395 - $181,216 per year
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GS 14
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Location
<h3>1 vacancy in the following location</h3>
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Washington, DC 1 vacancy
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Remote job
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No
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<li>Telework eligible</li>
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Yes-as determined by the agency policy.
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<li>Travel Required</li>
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50% or less - Travel may be required for training and/or work related issues.
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<li>Relocation expenses reimbursed</li>
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Yes-Reimbursement is authorized for travel and transportation for this position.
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Permanent -
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Full-time -
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<li>Service</li>
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Competitive
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14
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0101 Social Science
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<li>Supervisory status</li>
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Yes
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<li>Security clearance</li>
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Other
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<li>Drug test</li>
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Yes
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CO-2024-0328
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788371400
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This job is open to
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<li>Federal employees - Competitive service</li>
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Current or former competitive service federal employees.
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<li>Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)</li>
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Federal employees who meet the definition of a "surplus" or "displaced" employee.
Clarification from the agency
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<li>DOJ Employees Nationwide • DOJ Surplus and Displaced (CTAP) Employees in the local commuting area. • Division: Community Treatment Services Branch, Reentry Services Division, Central Office • Duty Location: Washington, DC</li>
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Duties
Responsible for the development and operations of the Bureau of Prisons (BOP) community-based protocols for reentry, substance use, mental illness and sex offender treatment, and oversees the coordination and implementation of the entire community-based treatment program.
Responsible for the formulation, review, refinement and compliance assurance of Community Treatment Services programs.
Responsible for the development of budget request and allocation, management and accounting of all financial resources dedicated to community treatment services and social and rehabilitative programs nationwide.
Represents the BOP by serving as a liaison to, and/or coordinates activities with, U.S. Probation, Administrative Office of the U.S. Courts, U.S. District Court Judges and the U.S. Parole Commission in the development and implementation of all community-based treatment for the BOP.
Prepares responses to congressional or judicial inquiries concerning community treatment related concerns, and oversees drafting of Executive Staff correspondence and legislation pertaining to reentry or community treatment programs in the BOP and community.
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Requirements
Conditions of Employment
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<li>U.S. Citizenship is Required.</li>
<li>See Special Conditions of Employment Section.</li>
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The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provides eligible surplus and displaced competitive service employees in the Department of Justice with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. If your Department of Justice component has notified you in writing that you are a surplus or displaced employee eligible for CTAP eligibility, you may receive selection priority if: 1) this vacancy is within your CTAP eligibility; 2) you apply under the instructions in this announcement; and 3) you are found well qualified for this vacancy. To be well qualified, you must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and score 85 or better on established ranking criteria. You must provide a copy of your written notification of CTAP eligibility with your application. Additional information about CTAP eligibility is at: Click Here
Qualifications
To be considered for the position, you must meet the following:
<h3>Basic Requirements</h3>
A. Degree: that included at least 24 semester hours of course work in the behavioral or social sciences.
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B. 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.
Evaluation of Education: Courses, such as sociology, correctional administration, criminal justice, government/political science, psychology, social work, counseling, and other related social or behavioral science courses may be used to satisfy the 24-semester-hour requirement.
Evaluation of Experience: Experience must have been gained in (1)casework in a correctional institution or in another criminal justice setting; (2) counseling in any setting, provided it required diagnostic or treatment planning skills to achieve specific social or occupational goals; or (3) work treating persons in need of social rehabilitation.
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In addition to meeting the Basic Requirements, applicants must have the following:
Education: There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.
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Experience: You must have at least one year of specialized experience equivalent in difficulty and complexity to the next lower grade level in federal service. To be creditable, this experience must have equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position, and must typically be in or related to the position to be filled.
<h3>Some examples of this qualifying experience are</h3>
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<li>Experience in directing staff in pre-procurement planning to help ensure comprehensive statements of work/technical specifications are developed.</li>
<li>Experience in applying knowledge of Federal contracting regulations, statutes, procedures and program objectives to determine the appropriate types of contracts and negotiation.</li>
<li>Experience in directing staff in post-procurement administering of contracts by assuring compliance with the Statement of Work.</li>
<li>Experience with ensuring acquisitions comply with legal, regulatory, and agency requirements. Proving input and recommendation concerning ongoing procurement initiatives, trends, recurring problems and recommended solutions.</li>
<li>Experience establishing internal policies, procedures, and controls and coordinates with other procurement officials and/or supervisors to ensure uniformity and consistency.</li>
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If applicable, credit will be given for paid any unpaid experience. To receive proper credit, you must show the actual time (such as number of hours worked per week) spent in the activities.
Your eligibility for consideration will be based on your responses to the questions in the application
Education
See Qualifications Section for education requirements, if applicable.
ONLY if education is a requirement/substitution for specialized experience, applicant MUST upload legible transcripts as verification of educational requirement. Transcripts MUST be uploaded and electronically linked from USAJOBS at the time you apply and MUST include identifying information to include School Name, Student Name, Degree and Date Awarded (if applicable). All academic degrees and coursework must be completed at a college or university that has obtained accreditation or pre-accreditation status from an accrediting body recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, Click Here.
Foreign Education: For information regarding foreign education requirements, please see Foreign Diploma and Credit Recognition at the U.S. Department of Education website: Recognition of Foreign Qualifications.
If you are selected for this position and qualified based on education (i.e. basic education requirement and/or substitution of education), you will be required to provide an OFFICIAL transcript prior to your first day on duty.
Additional information
This position IS NOT included in the bargaining unit.
The representative rate for this position is $153,336 per annum ($73.47 per hour).
<h3>Special Conditions of Employment Section</h3>
Initial appointment to a supervisory/managerial position requires a one-year probationary period.
The incumbent is subject to geographic relocation to meet the needs of the agency.
Appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of a urinalysis, physical, and background investigation. All applicants are subject to National Crime Information Center (NCIC) and credit checks.
The addresses listed on the USAJOBS account/resume must be the primary residence at the time of application. You may be required to provide proof of residence.
Additional selections may be made if vacancies occur within the life of the certificate.
<h3>Current Federal Law Enforcement Employees</h3>
A prerequisite of the secondary law enforcement position is the completion of the mandatory courses in "Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II". If you have not completed the mandatory courses in "Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II", you are ineligible for secondary law enforcement position(s) and coverage but may still be considered for a non-law enforcement position.
If you are not a current Bureau of Prisons employee, you must submit training records demonstrating you have completed the mandatory courses in "Introduction to Correctional Techniques Phase I and Phase II" to your hiring Human Resource office prior to appointment.
Individuals selected who are under the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS) or Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS) and who have not had three years "primary" law enforcement retirement coverage, will not be covered by law enforcement retirement while in this position. To regain coverage, individuals must return to a position with "primary" coverage.
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.
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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.
Eligibility 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 Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
The following Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) are required:
If your composite score exceeds the average score for this job, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your online assessment questionnaire responses and utilized to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement. If you rate yourself higher than what is supported by your application materials, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this job. If you are found to be among the top candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
<h3>There are several parts of the application process that affect the overall evaluation of your application</h3>
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<li>Your resume, which is part of your USAJOBS profile;</li>
<li>Your responses to the eligibility questions;</li>
<li>Your responses to the online assessment questionnaire;</li>
<li>Your supporting documentation, if required.</li>
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Time-in-Grade: Federal employees must meet time-in-grade requirements for consideration. You must meet all qualification requirements upon the closing date of this announcement.
Experience that would not normally be part of the Federal employee's position is creditable when documented by satisfactory evidence (e.g., a memorandum from the manager, Human Resource Manager, SF-52, etc.)
What Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities are Required for this Position?
The following Competencies/Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA's) are required
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<li>Written Communication</li>
<li>Oral Communication</li>
<li>Reasoning</li>
<li>Manages Human Resources</li>
<li>Policy, Planning and Management</li>
<li>Administration and Psychology</li>
<li>Contracting/Procurement</li>
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