About the opportunity
This position is multidisciplinary and may be filled as a Psychologist, Social Worker, Marriage and Family Therapist, or a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor at the Program Manager/Coordinator level. The incumbent serves as a Vet Center Director (VCD) responsible for professional and administrative supervision and oversight of all readjustment counseling, outreach, referrals, and follow-up care coordination services provided to eligible individuals within the designated Vet Center Service Area. The VCD supervises both professional and nonprofessional staff, oversees fiscal, contractual, and operational obligations, leads congressional briefings, implements Vet Center policies, and provides direct readjustment counseling services both in-person and virtually.
Salary and benefits
- Annual leave accrual based on prior work or military service experience
- Eligibility for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program providing up to $200,000
- Federal employee benefits package
Who can apply?
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Must hold a master's or doctoral degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling, or a related field from a CACREP-accredited program
- Must hold a full, current, and unrestricted license to independently practice as a Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor including diagnosis and treatment
- Must have at least one year of progressively complex experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level demonstrating advanced practice skills and judgment
- Must be proficient in spoken and written English
- Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Required documents
- Resume
- Transcript
- Standard Clinical Resume Document (downloaded from VA careers and uploaded into the restricted 'Resume' document field)
- Cover Letter
- DD-214 / Statement of Service
- Disability Letter (VA)
- License
- Performance Appraisal
- Professional Certification
- Separation Notice (RIF)
- SF-15
- SF-50 / Notification of Personnel Action
When to apply
- Opening Date: August 28, 2026
- Closing Date: September 8, 2026 at 11:59 PM (ET)
How to apply
- Create a USAJOBS account or log in to an existing account
- Download the standard Clinical Resume Document and upload it into the primary resume upload field
- Upload your full resume/CV and any required supporting documents such as transcripts and licenses
- Complete the online occupational questionnaire
- Submit your application package before the closing date
Additional information
- This position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status.
- Selected applicants are required to serve a 1- or 2-year trial period.
- Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a condition of employment.
- This position is eligible for EDRP student loan reimbursement, and application must be submitted within four months of appointment.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselors with at least one year of GS-12 equivalent experience.
- Clinicians interested in both direct counseling and administrative program oversight.
- Professionals seeking a stable federal career with EDRP student loan reimbursement.
What should you think carefully about?
- Requires a specific standard Clinical Resume Document for the application.
- The position is in the Excepted Service and requires a 1-2 year trial period.
- EDRP application must be submitted within four months of the appointment date.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role is perfect for a counselor looking to transition into a program management capacity where they can lead a team and manage the operational aspects of a Vet Center. It offers a clear path for professional development and financial security through federal benefits and student loan assistance.
Our take
Counselors with the necessary advanced practice experience and a desire for leadership should apply, as this position offers a comprehensive package for the right candidate.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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