This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/527046600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
SOTS responsibilities include assessing and completing documentation on an assigned caseload of sex offenders. Completes the intake using the agency approved risk/needs assessment and complete an Individual Treatment Plan for each client. Facilitate behavioral change in offenders, conduct specialty groups, and liaise with Risk Management Staff to assist transition of sex offenders. Present case load information to committees related to offender planning, risk management issues, and transition.
Learn more about this agency03/11/2019 to 03/25/2019
$96,970 - $126,062 per year
GS 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Not required
No
Permanent
Full-time - Full Time
Competitive
13
No
Yes
OC-19-019-DEU-KS
527046600
(The duties described reflect the full performance level of this position)
SOTS responsibilities include assessing and completing documentation on an assigned caseload of sex offenders. Completes the intake using the agency approved risk/needs assessment and complete an Individual Treatment Plan for each client. Facilitate behavioral change in offenders, conduct specialty groups, and liaise with Risk Management Staff to assist transition of sex offenders. Present case load information to committees related to offender planning, risk management issues, and transition
Plans, schedules, and conducts projects and studies to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program or project operations.
Acts as a liaison and/or consultant with the vendor(s), other CSOSA staff, and national professional organizations regarding program issues and requirements.
Establishes a continuing relationship with the offenders, evaluating progress towards goals, performing follow-up after referral or if the offender misses an appointment, and adjusts treatment plan if results are inadequate.
A background security investigation will be required for all new hires. Appointment will be subject to the applicant's successful completion of a background security investigation, drug testing, and favorable adjudication. Failure to successfully meet these requirements will be grounds for termination.
U.S. Citizenship: Applicants must be a U.S. citizen or national. Failure to certify US Citizenship may result in your application not being considered.
Successful completion of a full four-year course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in the behavioral or social sciences, or in a related discipline that included at least 24 semester/36 quarter hours in the behavioral or social sciences.
Basis of Rating: Your application will be rated under Category Rating Procedures and be placed in one of three categories: Highly Qualified (highly proficient with an overall comprehensive level of knowledge, skills, and abilities of the job based on a complete review of experience, education and training), Well Qualified (competent in the position with an overall accomplished level of knowledge, skills, and abilities of the job based on a complete review of experience, education and training), or Qualified (an overall basic level of knowledge, skills and abilities of the job based on a complete review of your experience, education and training). With the exception of positions which are professional and scientific at the GS-09 (or equivalent) and above, qualified preference eligibles with a compensable service-connected disability of 30-percent or more (CPS) and those with a compensable service-connected disability of at least 10-percent but less than 30-percent (CP) move from the category in which they would otherwise be placed to the top of the highest quality category. Bargaining Unit Status: Eligible. Relocation Expenses: Relocation expenses are not authorized. Appointment may require completion of a one-year probationary period. This vacancy announcement may be used to fill future vacancies for identical positions within the next year.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be rated based on your qualifications for this position as evidenced by the education, experience and training you report relative to this position which shows that you possess the knowledges, skills and abilities required. Paid or unpaid experience will be considered.
Generally, preference is granted to veterans who entered military service prior to October 14, 1976; or served on active duty during the period from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992, and who are otherwise eligible; or who served on active duty during the period beginning September 11, 2001, and ending on the last day of Operation Iraqi Freedom; or who have served in a military action for which they received a Campaign Badge or Expeditionary Medal. This includes the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal (AFEM) awarded to those who participated in Operation Joint Endeavor or Operation Joint Guard. Also, you may be entitled to veterans' preference if you are a disabled veteran; you have received a Purple Heart; you are the spouse or mother of a disabled veteran; or you are the widow, widower, or mother of a deceased veteran. You will need to submit a Standard Form (SF) 15 and proof of your claim. If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference you must attach a copy of your DD-214 "Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty" or other proof of eligibility. If you are applying for consideration under the 30% or more Disabled Veteran Authority, you must attach a SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the proof required by that form.
CTAP/ICTAP: If you are an eligible Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant, you may apply for special selection over other applicants for this position. Individuals who have special priority selection rights under the CTAP or ICTAP must be well qualified for the position. To be well qualified, applicants must satisfy all qualification requirements for the vacant position and meet the mid-level (scoring between 85 and 89) of the crediting plan for all factors or the established cutoff score. CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
Selective Service Registration: As a condition of employment, all male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must have registered for the selective service. If selected for this position, the applicant must sign a statement certifying his registration, or the applicant must demonstrate exempt status under the Selective Service Law.
DIRECT DEPOSIT: All Federal employees are required to have Federal salary payments directly deposited into a financial institution of their choosing.
Please submit copies of your transcripts if using education to qualify.
To determine your eligibility for a primary law enforcement position, indicate whether you meet the following age requirement: I am under age 37; OR, after subtracting the months of Federal Service worked in a primary law enforcement/firefighter position, I am less than age 37; OR I am a veterans preference eligible, I am older than age 37 and am requesting a waiver to the maximum age requirement. Please attach a document to verify date of birth or attach a DD form 214 and veteran disability documents to verify veteran status.
A current licensure or certification such as Clinical Psychologist, Licensed Mental Health Counselor, License Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), OR comparable license in a social science discipline such as psychology or social work is required. Must also be a Certified Sex Offender Treatment Provider. Proof of the licensures must be attached for further consideration. Failure to supply these documents will deem the application ineligible.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Applications for this position are being processed through an on-line applicant assessment system that has been specifically configured for Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency applicants. Even if you have already developed a resume in USAJOBS, you will need to access this on-line system to complete the application process. To obtain information about this position and TO APPLY, please click on https://www.avuecentral.com/casting/aiportal/control/toVacancy?referenceCode=ASQKT.
If you are unable to apply online, or are experiencing technical difficulties' with the system, please email Joe.Avue@Avuetech.com
CSOSA uses E-Verify. If you are selected for this position, the documentation that you present for purposes of completing the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Form I-9 will be verified through the DHS "E-Verify" System. Federal law requires DHS to use the E-Verify System to verify employment eligibility of all new hires, and as a condition of continued employment obligates the new hire to take affirmative steps to resolve any discrepancies identified by the system.
Once you successfully complete the application process, you will receive an acknowledgement e-mail of receipt. Your application package will be reviewed to ensure you meet the basic eligibility and qualifications requirements. A review will be made of your online questionnaire and the documentation you submitted to support your responses. A list of highly qualified applicants will be created and sent to the selecting official, and you will be notified via email if this occurs. The selecting official may choose to conduct interviews, and once the selection is made, you will receive a notification of the decision.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/527046600. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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