Substance Abuse Counselor
This position is located with the Great Plains Area Youth Regional Treatment Center (GPAYRTC).The primary purpose is to support adolescents in managing alcohol and other substances, preparing them for reintegration into their families and communities. Services are provided in collaboration with a clinical team and includes individual, group, and family counseling and educational programming. A REAL ID will be required beginning May 7, 2025, in accordance with 6 C.F.R. 37.5 (2021).
08/12/2026: This position is being re-announced to solicit additional candidates. Applicants who previously applied to this announcement need not re-apply unless submitting updated information and/or missing forms. Provide direct patient care substance abuse counseling services in the forms of individual counseling, facilitation of inpatient groups, case management and other direct patient care duties. Provides the care needed to furnish continuing intervention services to patients, but are not limited to, assessment, treatment planning, individual and group therapy for residents and their families, educational presentations, therapeutic interventions, and follow-ups. Utilize substance abuse skills and exercise informed professional judgement in the process of assessing clients, evaluating situations, considering alternative courses of action in relation to their needs and circumstance. Collaborates with the treatment team and/or clinical supervisor, develops clinical/ therapeutic materials, which may include, but are not limited to, group therapy curricula/ agendas, format(s) and content.
Selectee may be subject to a probationary period ESEP appointees typically serve a two year trial period U.S. Citizenship is required Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Applicant must be available for days, evening and weekend work, and may be subject to "call back" duty in emergency situations. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify/. You will need to set up direct deposit so we can pay you. Background Investigation Requirement: This position requires the successful completion of a federal background investigation as a condition of employment. A background investigation is a standard process used by the Federal Government to verify an individual's identity, employment history, education, and other relevant information to determine suitability for Federal service. Upon receipt of instructions, applicants must complete all required background investigation forms within five (5) calendar days of issuance. Timely completion is critical to avoid delays in processing or a determination of unsuitability. Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize this requirement and to maintain regular communication with their assigned Personnel Security Specialist throughout the process. Financial Suitability Requirement: This position requires a review of the applicant's financial history as part of the personnel security and suitability determination. Applicants must demonstrate financial responsibility, maintain good standing with creditors, and satisfy all legal financial obligations prior to applying. Individuals with substantial delinquent or unresolved financial obligations-including, but not limited to, delinquent federal or state tax liabilities, defaulted federal student loans, court-ordered fines or fees, or child support arrears-may be deemed unsuitable for employment with the Indian Health Service (IHS). Prior to the appointment, candidates must present two valid forms of identification. If one of the documents is a state-issued ID or driver's license, it must be REAL ID-compliant.