SOCIAL WORKER (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT)

SOCIAL WORKER (BEHAVIORAL HEALTH CONSULTANT), Fairchild AFB, Spokane, WAClinical Psychologist (Behavioral Health Consultant) Fairchild AFB, WAAbout the Position: This position is located at Fairchild Air Force Base in Spokane, Washington.This is a Direct Hire SolicitationFairchild AFB is located in beautiful Spokane, Washington. Spokane is a beautiful four-season destination where there's always something to do whether you hope to stay in or adventure outdoors. If you're relocating with family, we've got you covered with fun things to do in Spokane to keep the kiddos busy and parents equally entertained. If you consider yourself an outdoor enthusiast, check out our numerous outdoor recreation options in our local and state parks. If you're a night owl, there's an abundance of Spokane nightlife to keep you entertained. If you're ready to dive into our arts and culture scene, we'll show you performances, history, and art museums to admire. Discover upcoming Spokane attractions and events with the latest Spokane event calendar and more! Visit https:www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/benefits/MAJOR DUTIESProvide expertise in Behavioral Health, Psychosocial and Crisis Intervention for Individuals seeking treatment and care in an emergency room setting.Develop individualized treatment plans for each case based on psychiatric, cognitive, psychosocial, environmental, and medical needs.Utilize social work systems, theories, and principles that impact patient care.Work with highly complex cases in which individuals are severely impacted by moderate to severe psychiatric diagnoses to include a history of trauma, physical abuse, neglect, exploitation, co-occurring conditions, and suicide.Select, administer, and interpret instruments for the purpose of assisting in the diagnosis and assessment of treatment plans with behavioral/psychiatric disorders.Collect bio-psycho-social information about patients using interviewing, case history, observation, and various assessment methods.This position has a requirement to lift up to 35 lbs. in the regular performance of duties.PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.Who May Apply: US CitizensIn order to qualify, you must meet the experience/education requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.Basic Requirement for Social Worker (Behavioral Health Consultant):Degree: Master's degree (or higher degree) in social work from a school accredited by the Council on Social Work Education.Licensure: Current, active, valid, and unrestricted clinical license to practice Social Work independently offered by a U.S. State, District of Columbia, Commonwealth, territory, or jurisdiction. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below:Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes conducting behavioral health assessments; providing individual and group treatment; and working as part of a multidisciplinary team. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone--no substitution of education for experience is permitted.EducationFOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show 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 further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/

Created: 2025-12-22