Correctional Treatment Specialist (Psychology Treatment Programs Manager)

Corrections professionals who foster a humane and secure environment and ensure public safety by preparing individuals for successful reentry into our communities.

Coordinates with and supports the Chief of Drug Treatment Programs in the development and implementation, administration, training, designation, data collection and oversight activities for the operation of Bureau's drug abuse and specialty treatment programs including programming for the mentally ill and sex offenders. Coordinates with and supports the Chief of Drug Treatment Programs in reviewing initial designations and transfers for their appropriateness for treatment programs throughout the Bureau including RDAP, treatment for the mentally ill and sex offender treatment. Provides expertise to the DSCC on laws effecting designation and computation of inmates, i.e., the Adam Walsh Child Protection and Safety Act of 2006 (Walsh Act) and the Violent Crime Control and Law Enforcement Act of 1994 (VCCLEA). Ensures compliance with affected policy requirements and clinical direction, e.g., §3621(e) Early Release, management of the mentally ill, elements of the Modified Therapeutic Community, etc., as well as clinical testing based on the Presentence Report and other formal documentation. Serves as a liaison with other Central Office Branches and Divisions, such as Correctional Programs and Residential Reentry Branches, as well as the Office of General Counsel and the Information Policy and Public Affairs Division for the purpose of data collection and reporting where common policies and interests are involved.

Career Transition Programs (CTAP): These programs apply to Federal and/or DOJ employees who meet the definition of surplus or displaced from a position in the competitive service. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: 1. Meet CTAP eligibility criteria; 2. Be rated well-qualified for the position, scoring at least half of the total possible points for the vacancy KSAs or competencies; and 3. Submit the appropriate documentation to support your CTAP eligibility: A copy of the agency notice (i.e., separation notice or agency RIF letter), Most recent performance appraisal, and Most recent SF-50 showing current/former position, grade, promotion potential, and duty location. See USAJOBS' Career Transition Programs for more information. NOTE: Applicants claiming CTAP eligibility must complete all assessment questions to be rated under the established ranking criteria. EEO Statement/Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor. More information can be found here: https://www.justice.gov/jmd/media/1425556/dl?inline.