Intervention Specialist (Domestic Violence)

About this role

BASIC ENTRY QUALIFICATION: A. 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. OR B. Four years of appropriate experience that demonstrated the applicant has acquired knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field.

OR C. Combination of education and experience that provided the applicant with knowledge of one or more of the behavioral or social sciences equivalent to a major in the field. NOTE: Transcripts are required for all claimed education. ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT: In addition to meeting the basic entry qualification requirement, applicants must have specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level in the Federal service.

Specialized experience is defined as facilitating evidence-based domestic violence or cognitive-behavioral interventions for high-risk offenders and adapting strategies to address resistance or co-occurring issues; managing complex domestic violence cases, conducting advanced risk assessments, and making recommendations that guide intervention and supervision decisions; and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams and community partners to address offender needs, evaluate intervention outcomes, and recommend improvements to enhance program effectiveness and victim safety.

Licensure Requirement: To qualify for this position, applicants must possess a current licensure or certification to practice independently in the social services field. This includes Licensed Independent Social Worker (LISW), Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW), Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT), or comparable certification in a social science discipline such as psychology or social work.

Licensure must be current at the time of application and maintained throughout employment. Applicants are responsible for ensuring their licensure remains in good standing and for completing all continuing education requirements necessary to maintain licensure. A copy of your current, unrestricted license must be submitted with your application. Failure to provide a copy of your license will result in loss of consideration.